- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riomaggiore to Venice will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Riomaggiore to Venice without transferring at least 2 times.
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399+
Intercity 592
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413+
FRECCIAROSSA 9423
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016+
FRECCIAROSSA 9709
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413+
FRECCIAROSSA 9423
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928+
Intercity 674+
FRECCIAROSSA 9755
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393+
FRECCIAROSSA 9426Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riomaggiore to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Riomaggiore to Venice:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riomaggiore to Venice costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 5h 15m versus 3h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Riomaggiore to Venice trains for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928+ Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 2:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h32 | 9:00 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399+ Intercity 592 | 3:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h34 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 5:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 5h53 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 1:10 AM Riomaggiore station | 9h32 | 10:42 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12310+ Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9710 | 4:39 AM Riomaggiore station | 6h33 | 11:12 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 18425+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 5:13 AM Riomaggiore station | 6h53 | 12:06 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 7:12 AM Riomaggiore station | 7h00 | 2:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 9:55 AM Riomaggiore station | 6h47 | 4:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 12:13 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h21 | 6:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22920+ Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 12:28 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h44 | 7:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 1:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h32 | 7:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 2:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h32 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Riomaggiore to Venice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Venice's premier museum for Venetian painting, with masterpieces by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, known for masterpieces of Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract art.
Venice's monumental main square, surrounded by major landmarks and one of the city's defining must-see spaces.
Venice's main waterway lined with palaces, best appreciated from bridges, vaporetto rides, and waterfront walks.
Colorful lagoon island famous for vividly painted houses and photogenic streets, especially popular with social media visitors.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins; a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval trading influences.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s best-known cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, giving it a rich sea taste and dramatic black color.
Small, celebrated seafood osteria near Saint Mark’s, prized for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and intimate service.
Respected traditional seafood restaurant in a hidden central lane, known for classic Venetian dishes and an old-school atmosphere.
Well-known Burano restaurant worth the trip for lagoon seafood, risotto, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Venice is pricey due to tourism and island logistics. Hotels and dining cost more than in many Italian cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated.
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