- Must visit
Museo Tecnico Navale della Spezia
Naval museum near the Arsenale with historic figureheads, maritime artifacts, weapons, and models that reflect La Spezia’s long military and seafaring history.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to La Spezia Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to La Spezia Centrale will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Venice to La Spezia Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale TTPER 19241
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale 19257
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
Regionale 18319+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
Regionale 18319+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+
Regionale 18367
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+
Regionale 18361
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
Regionale 18381Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to La Spezia Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m 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 La Spezia Centrale:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to La Spezia Centrale costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to La Spezia Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 31m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€20). The journey takes 4h 55m versus 3h 34m 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 La Spezia Centrale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18373 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 4:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8929+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8929+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8929+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 18377 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 5:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ Intercity 608+ Regionale TTPER 19251 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 6:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18381 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 6:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8915+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8915+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 7:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8915+ Regionale TTPER 17418 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale Veloce 4045+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h59 | 7:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Intercity 679 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h33 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8919+ Intercity 590+ Regionale TTPER 19255 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8919+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8919+ Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h54 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale 18311+ Intercity 518 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h39 | 8:05 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 5h20 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 5h20 | 8:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h19 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h19 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Intercity 685 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h33 | 10:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale 19257 | 3:53 PM Venice Mestre | 6h06 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8923+ Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8923+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale 19257 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8923+ Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 9:59 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale Veloce 4049 · Regionale 19380 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h23 | 9:49 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8925+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8925+ Intercity 612+ Regionale TTPER 19259 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 10:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642+ Intercity 887 | 5:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h07 | 12:17 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642+ Intercity 887 | 5:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h07 | 12:17 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h50 | 10:16 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Intercity 887 | 6:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h59 | 12:17 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale 18329+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h59 | 11:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 89512 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h11 | 10:37 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 89512 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h11 | 10:37 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 6:53 AM Venice Mestre | 7h01 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Regionale 18361 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 12:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Regionale 18361 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 12:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 1:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8905+ Regionale TTPER 17412 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 2:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8905+ Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 2:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 2:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale Veloce 4023 · Regionale 19346 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 5h09 | 1:49 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 2:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale Veloce 4023 · Regionale 19346 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 5h09 | 1:49 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale 18367 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 2:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale 18367 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 2:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 3:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 3:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18371 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 3:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18371 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 3:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18381 | 11:04 AM Venice Mestre | 7h16 | 6:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18381 | 11:04 AM Venice Mestre | 7h16 | 6:20 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8911+ Intercity 606+ Regionale TTPER 19247 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8911+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h49 | 5:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8911+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 4:54 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Venice to La Spezia Centrale run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 4:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Discover the best of La Spezia Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia Centrale trip today.
Naval museum near the Arsenale with historic figureheads, maritime artifacts, weapons, and models that reflect La Spezia’s long military and seafaring history.
Well-regarded civic museum with paintings, illuminated manuscripts, sculptures, and decorative arts from the private Amedeo Lia collection, housed in a former convent.
Contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection of modern and postwar works. A strong choice for travelers interested in culture beyond Cinque Terre day trips.
Popular seafront promenade lined with palms, boats, and views across the Gulf of Poets. One of the best walking areas for sunset, photos, and a relaxed first impression of the city.
Main pedestrian street in the historic center, busy with shops and daily life. It is the easiest place to feel the city’s rhythm and connect major central sights on foot.
Historic market square with local atmosphere, especially lively during the day. A strong choice for travelers wanting a more everyday and less polished side of the city center.
Traditional La Spezia soup of chickpeas, beans, and grains, born from port workers mixing spilled cargo. It is one of the city’s most distinctive humble dishes.
Local mussels stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, and often egg, then cooked in tomato sauce. A classic Spezzino seafood specialty.
Thin savory chickpea flatbread baked in a wood oven. Popular across Liguria and commonly eaten as a simple street food or snack.
Established restaurant near the station known for refined Ligurian cuisine, seafood, and a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
Historic venue famous for hearty traditional cooking and old-school character, popular for rustic local dishes in a memorable atmosphere.
Well-known traditional seafood trattoria appreciated for classic local fish dishes, mussels, and a casual authentic setting.
Generally moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and simple meals are reasonable; tourist areas and summer dining cost more.
Tipping is not obligatory. A servizio coperto may be added. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% for great restaurant service.
Official public transport app
La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia -> Piazza Verdi, La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to La Spezia Centrale 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 La Spezia Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need