- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Teodoro (Genova) to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 181 miles (292 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg 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 San Teodoro (Genova) to Venice:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Teodoro (Genova) to Venice costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
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Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
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 San Teodoro (Genova) to Venice trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:44 AM San Teodoro (Genova) | 4h50 | 11:34 AM Venice | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:05 AM San Teodoro (Genova) | 4h07 | 11:12 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 AM San Teodoro (Genova) | 4h36 | 11:55 AM Venice | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:50 AM San Teodoro (Genova) | 5h05 | 12:55 PM Venice | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from San Teodoro (Genova) to Venice run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 181 miles (292 km) distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 181 miles (292 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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