- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
Venice’s premier art museum, with masterpieces of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vatican for Venice Santa Lucia on Thu, Jun 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 394 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 8 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $156 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $48 (€40).
A bus is $139 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $156 (€129).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 37m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
The journey is about 59m faster (5h 37m by train vs 6h 36m by car) and roughly $109 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€40) vs $156 (€129)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 PM Vatican | 8h55 | 5:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 43 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Venezia Santa Lucia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venezia Santa Lucia trip today.
Venice’s premier art museum, with masterpieces of Venetian painting from the 14th to 18th centuries by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
A leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim’s former home on the Grand Canal, known for Pollock, Picasso, Dalí, Kandinsky, and sculpture gardens.
The former seat of Venetian power combines Gothic architecture, state rooms, prisons, and major artworks. Functionally a museum visit today and one of the city’s essential sites.
Venice’s grand ceremonial square, surrounded by major monuments and arcades. It is the city’s most famous public space and a classic first stop.
The main waterway of Venice, best experienced from bridges, vaporetto lines, and waterfront walks. It delivers the city’s most iconic urban scenery.
The brightly colored island neighborhood is famous for vivid houses, canals, and photogenic streetscapes that are especially popular on social media.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts; a classic Venetian cicchetto with strong lagoon heritage.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil until fluffy, usually served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink; rich, briny, and closely tied to the city’s seafood traditions.
Refined fine-dining venue offering creative cuisine in a luxury setting, suitable for a splurge while still drawing on Venetian ingredients.
Popular casual stop near Santa Lucia for cicchetti, wine, and quick traditional bites in an informal Venetian bacaro atmosphere.
Long-established restaurant loved for seasonal Venetian cooking with excellent vegetable dishes and a warm, intimate canal-side feel.
Venice is pricey by Italian standards, especially near the station and main sights. Dining and coffee cost more than in most other cities.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. No tip needed for quick coffee at the bar.
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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vatican to Venice Santa Lucia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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