- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
86
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3502 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 10881
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 10877
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 10865
Regionale Veloce 3524 · Regionale TRENORD 2686 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 · Regionale TRENORD 10875
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 · FRECCIAROSSA 8825
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 8802
8911+
Intercity 606
FRECCIAROSSA 9740 · FRECCIAROSSA 8823
8913+
Intercity 608Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €330.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €330 Average price | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza:
A bus is €0.10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza costing on average €40.
A bus is €290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza costing on average €330.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 5h 22m.
Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 2h 22m 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h47 | 3:57 PM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h18 | 8:44 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale Veloce 3069 · Regionale TRENORD 10859 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 9:53 AM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403+ Regionale Veloce 3904 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 10:15 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 11:15 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h43 | 11:48 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce 3906 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 11:15 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8903+ Intercity 580 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 11:17 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Regionale Veloce 3906 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 11:15 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 12:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce 3908 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 12:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h10 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 10865 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h43 | 12:53 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ Intercity 604 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 12:50 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 · Regionale TRENORD 10867 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h43 | 1:53 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16828+ Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 9:13 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h02 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 16:40, the last at 16:40. The fastest train covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 35 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:40 PM |
Last train 4:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice Santa Lucia to Piacenza trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Santa Lucia and Piacenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Piacenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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