- Must visit
Museo della Biblioteca Malatestiana
Historic library museum route showcasing the UNESCO-listed Malatestian collections, interiors, and manuscripts. Essential for book and history lovers.
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Cesena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Cesena will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Venice for Cesena on Thu, Aug 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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 Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Cesena:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Cesena costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Cesena take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €6. The journey takes 2h 38m 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 to Cesena trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h14 | 8:40 AM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3961+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 9:40 AM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h14 | 9:40 AM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3963+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h17 | 10:57 AM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Intercity 604 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h15 | 10:07 AM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Intercity 605 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h24 | 10:50 AM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3965+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 11:54 AM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3967+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h02 | 12:42 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 3h14 | 11:54 AM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 3h08 | 12:42 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 1:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h56 | 1:22 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3971+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3921 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 2:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale Veloce 3921 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h14 | 2:40 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3973+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 3:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3490+ Intercity 611 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h39 | 4:49 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h14 | 3:40 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3975+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 4:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h56 | 4:22 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3977+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3929 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h06 | 5:46 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale Veloce 3929 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h20 | 5:46 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3979+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3931 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h02 | 6:42 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale TTPER 17627 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h55 | 6:21 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce 3931 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 3h08 | 6:42 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3981+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 7:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale TTPER 3941 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h37 | 7:03 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3983+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 8:44 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 · FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 8:27 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3985+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 9:40 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 · FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h01 | 9:27 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3987+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale TTPER 88123 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h03 | 10:43 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale TTPER 88123 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h17 | 10:43 PM Cesena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3989+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale TTPER 3949 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h48 | 11:28 PM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 770 · InterCityNotte 757 · InterCityNotte 754 | 10:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h05 | 5:10 AM Cesena station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice to Cesena run on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 51 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Cesena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cesena trip today.
Historic library museum route showcasing the UNESCO-listed Malatestian collections, interiors, and manuscripts. Essential for book and history lovers.
Museum inside the fortress presenting rural traditions, tools, and daily life of Romagna. It adds depth to a visit to the Rocca.
Archaeological museum with prehistoric, Roman, and local finds. It is the best place to understand Cesena’s deep historical layers.
Cesena’s main square, framed by historic buildings and the Masini Fountain. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old center.
Pleasant central square beside the Malatestiana Library and the abbey route. It offers one of the city’s most atmospheric urban settings.
Lively central street known for shops, porticoes, and easy access to key sights. It is one of the most useful walking routes in Cesena.
Fresh egg pasta cut into strips, traditionally served with rich meat ragù. A cornerstone of Romagna home cooking and Sunday family meals.
Small hand-folded pasta often filled with cheese, meat, or herbs, usually served in broth or with sauce. A proud Romagna specialty tied to festive meals.
Soft flatbread from Romagna, cooked on a griddle and filled with squacquerone, herbs, or cured meats. It is one of the area's most iconic everyday foods.
Refined restaurant known for contemporary Romagna cuisine, polished service, and seasonal ingredients in an elegant central setting.
Casual spot for authentic piadina and Romagna street food, popular for quick local bites in a relaxed setting.
Historic Cesena venue celebrated for traditional Romagna dishes, handmade pasta, and a classic, welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging is often cheaper than major tourist cities, while dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable for most visitors.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Cesena Railway Station -> Piazza del Popolo, Cesena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Cesena 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 Cesena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Cesena trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Cesena station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Cesena 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, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
Cesena 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: Ristorante Pizzeria La Rocca, Osteria Michiletta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cesena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cesena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cesena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cesena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cesena: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Unaway Hotel Cesena Nord, Best Western Cesena Hotel, Hotel Casali.
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