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South Tyrol Museum of Mining Ridanna
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
6 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Brenner is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Brenner will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 3 trains that leave Venice for Brenner on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 1 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 23 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 Venice to Brenner 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 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Brenner:
A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Brenner costing on average €50.
Other travel options to Brenner take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 26m.
Tickets start at around €50 compared to roughly €46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.64. The journey takes 4h 30m versus 3h 29m 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 to Brenner trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:57 AM Venice | 6h01 | 12:58 PM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 4:57 AM Venice | 6h23 | 11:20 AM Brenner | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Venice to Brenner run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:59, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 1:59 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Brenner — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brenner trip today.
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Museum in nearby Fortezza fortress exploring regional history, wartime architecture, and major art exhibitions in a dramatic Alpine setting.
Multimedia museum in Vipiteno focused on hunting and fishing culture, with family-friendly exhibits and strong links to local traditions.
The famous Alpine crossing itself, visited for sweeping mountain scenery, borderland atmosphere, and its importance in European travel history.
Historic core of nearby Vipiteno, full of arcaded streets and colorful facades, perfect for combining culture, shopping, and architecture.
Central village area of Brennero, good for a short walk to observe local life, border architecture, and the historic pass setting.
Speck is South Tyrol’s lightly smoked, air-cured ham, prized in the Brenner area for its Alpine preservation tradition and rich flavor.
Schlutzkrapfen are half-moon pasta filled with spinach and ricotta, a classic Tyrolean dish served with melted butter and chives.
Knödel are hearty bread dumplings, often with speck, cheese, or spinach, central to South Tyrolean mountain cooking and winter meals.
Traditional South Tyrolean mountain inn near the pass, known for dumplings, schnitzel, and hearty Alpine plates in a rustic setting.
Established local restaurant in Brenner serving Tyrolean comfort food, soups, pasta, and meat dishes in a casual roadside atmosphere.
Casual stop at the Brenner outlet area with pizzas, pasta, coffee, and simple Italian meals suited to travelers and shoppers.
Moderate for the Alps: lodging and meals cost more than smaller Italian towns, but transit and simple dining stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brennero/Brenner Station -> Brennero/Brenner Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Brenner 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 Brenner, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Brenner trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Brennero - Brenner station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Brenner 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.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia Porto Marghera is 6 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Porto Marghera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Porto Marghera.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Porto Marghera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera, Hotel Lugano Torretta, Hotel Mondial.
Brennero - Brenner has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bar Brenner, Ristorante Europa
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Ticket office support is available at Brennero - Brenner. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brennero - Brenner. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brennero - Brenner: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bergkristall, Hotel Alpin.
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