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Museo di Palazzo Ducale
Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Cheapest price on Oct 18
$15
Average ticket price on Oct 18
$16
Fastest journey on Oct 18
3 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
3 h 55 m
Trains on Oct 18
3
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Mantua will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Sun, Oct 18, we found 3 trains from Venice to Mantua, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 18 the direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Sun, Oct 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.






Trains from Venice to Mantua run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Mantua trains for today, Saturday, October 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17176 · Regionale TTPER 16471 | 5:04 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h13 | 8:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale TTPER 16471 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h38 | 8:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 16882 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 8:23 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 16882 | 5:53 AM Venice Mestre | 2h30 | 8:23 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale 17133 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 9:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ Regionale 17133 | 6:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 9:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3482 · Regionale 17135 | 7:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 10:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale 16954 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 10:23 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale 16954 | 7:53 AM Venice Mestre | 2h30 | 10:23 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Regionale 17135 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 2h17 | 10:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TTPER 16473 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h07 | 1:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 22470 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 3h43 | 1:17 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Regionale TTPER 16473 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 1:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale 17137 | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 2:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 16948 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 2:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale 17137 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 2:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 16948 | 11:53 AM Venice Mestre | 2h30 | 2:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Regionale 17141 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 3:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TTPER 16475 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 4:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 16964 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 4:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TTPER 16475 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 4:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 16964 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 2h30 | 4:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TTPER 16477 | 2:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 5:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Regionale TTPER 16477 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 5:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TTPER 16479 | 3:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 6:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale TTPER 16479 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 6:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TTPER 16317 | 4:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale 16914 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 7:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ Regionale TTPER 16317 | 4:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale 16914 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 2h30 | 7:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TTPER 16421 | 5:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h07 | 8:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16983 | 5:35 PM Venice Mestre | 2h48 | 8:23 PM Mantua station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 16983 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 8:23 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9752+ Regionale TTPER 16421 | 5:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h29 | 8:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3524 · Regionale TTPER 16413 | 6:22 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h55 | 9:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h50 | 11:30 PM Mantua station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TTPER 16413 | 7:00 PM Venice Mestre | 2h17 | 9:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 · FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h37 | 11:03 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
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Historic ducal apartments, chapels, and masterpieces across one of Europe’s largest palace museums; essential for understanding Mantua’s court culture.
Celebrated museum palace with frescoed rooms, temporary exhibitions, and Giulio Romano’s architecture; a cornerstone of Mantua’s artistic identity.
Archaeology museum displaying local prehistoric, Etruscan, and Roman finds; a useful complement to the city’s better-known Renaissance attractions.
Mantua’s monumental main square, framed by the Ducal Palace, cathedral, and civic buildings; the best place to grasp the city’s historic power.
Lively medieval square with market atmosphere, arcades, and major monuments; ideal for people-watching and easy access to the old center.
Elegant square beside Sant’Andrea, known for arcaded buildings and its central role in city events, walks, and daily local life.
Pumpkin-filled pasta with amaretti, mostarda, Parmigiano and spices. A signature Mantuan first course balancing sweet and savory flavors.
Slow-braised donkey stew, usually served with polenta. A rustic Lombard-Mantuan specialty rooted in the area’s farming tradition.
Air-dried salami made from coarsely ground pork and garlic. It is one of Mantua’s best-known cured meats and a classic local starter.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the city center, known for refined interpretations of Mantuan cuisine in a historic, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for classic Mantuan dishes such as tortelli di zucca and local meats in a polished atmosphere.
Well-known osteria offering hearty regional cooking, house specialties and a relaxed, authentic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Venice, while local buses and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for especially good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Mantua 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 Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Mantua trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Mantova station pair, with some services arriving at Borgochiesanuova. Use this guide to compare Venice and Mantua 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.
Mantova is 1 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Mantova 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 Masseria, Osteria dell'Oca
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mantova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mantova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mantova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mantova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mantova.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Casa Poli, Hotel La Favorita, Hotel Broletto.
Borgochiesanuova is 3 km from Mantua city centre. Public transport options include:
Borgochiesanuova has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Available at Borgochiesanuova: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Borgochiesanuova.
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