- Must visit
Museo Faraggiana Ferrandi
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 18
92
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Novara will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Novara without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 · S6 TRENORD 24658
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · S6 TRENORD 24638
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 · S6 TRENORD 24698
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · S6 TRENORD 24662
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · S6 TRENORD 24634
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale Veloce 2020
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+
Regionale Veloce 2028
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
Regionale Veloce 2032
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+
Regionale TRENORD 2434 · Regionale Veloce 2056
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+
Regionale TRENORD 2436 · Regionale Veloce 2058Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €32, while a bus costs an average of €44.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Novara:
A train is €11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Novara costing on average €44.
A train is €276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Novara costing on average €308.
Other travel options to Novara take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 44m.
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
Tickets start at around €32 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €20. The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 3m 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 Novara trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:12 PM Venice | 6h00 | 9:12 PM Novara | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:12 PM Venice | 6h00 | 10:12 PM Novara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale TRENORD 2416 · S6 TRENORD 24604 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h03 | 9:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale TRENORD 2928 · Regionale TRENORD 2223 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 9:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
8970+ S6 TRENORD 24608 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h45 | 10:42 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8970+ S6 TRENORD 24630 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 11:12 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8970+ S6 TRENORD 24632 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h45 | 11:42 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 · S6 TRENORD 24630 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h02 | 11:12 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Regionale Veloce 2018 | 6:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h36 | 9:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 · S6 TRENORD 24630 | 6:23 AM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 11:12 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · Regionale Veloce 2022 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h20 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · S6 TRENORD 24634 | 6:47 AM Venice Mestre | 5h25 | 12:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ Regionale TRENORD 2932 · Regionale TRENORD 2229 | 6:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 10:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ Regionale TRENORD 2418 · S6 TRENORD 24608 | 6:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h54 | 10:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ Regionale Veloce 2020 | 7:49 AM Venice Mestre | 3h05 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8974+ S6 TRENORD 24640 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h45 | 1:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8974+ S6 TRENORD 24636 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h45 | 12:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8974+ S6 TRENORD 24638 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 1:12 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 · Regionale TRENORD 2231 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 3h49 | 11:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 · S6 TRENORD 24632 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 3h42 | 11:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale Veloce 2024 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ Regionale Veloce 2022 | 8:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h36 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · S6 TRENORD 24638 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 1:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 2940 · S6 TRENORD 24636 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 3h42 | 12:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 2940 · Regionale TRENORD 2235 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 3h49 | 12:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 3h54 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 2424 · Regionale 11523 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 5h23 | 2:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 · Regionale Veloce 2026 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 · S6 TRENORD 24642 | 9:23 AM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 2:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ Regionale Veloce 2026 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h28 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale Veloce 2028 | 10:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · S6 TRENORD 24646 | 10:23 AM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 3:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Regionale TRENORD 2948 · Regionale TRENORD 2245 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 2:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Regionale TRENORD 2426 · S6 TRENORD 24644 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h54 | 2:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
8978+ S6 TRENORD 24652 | 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h45 | 4:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8978+ S6 TRENORD 24648 | 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h45 | 3:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8978+ S6 TRENORD 24650 | 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 4:12 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 11:30 AM Venice Mestre | 3h24 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale Veloce 2028 · Regionale 11522 | 11:30 AM Venice Mestre | 3h57 | 3:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale TRENORD 2952 · Regionale TRENORD 2249 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 3:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale Veloce 2030 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h06 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale TRENORD 2428 · Regionale 11527 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 4:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale TRENORD 2428 · S6 TRENORD 24648 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h54 | 3:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale Veloce 2032 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · S6 TRENORD 24654 | 12:23 PM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 5:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Regionale TRENORD 2430 · S6 TRENORD 24652 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h54 | 4:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Regionale TRENORD 2956 · Regionale TRENORD 2255 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 4:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 · Regionale Veloce 2034 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 · S6 TRENORD 24658 | 1:23 PM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 6:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 1:30 PM Venice Mestre | 3h24 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ Regionale Veloce 2032 · Regionale 11526 | 1:30 PM Venice Mestre | 3h57 | 5:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TRENORD 2432 · S6 TRENORD 24656 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h54 | 5:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale Veloce 2034 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h06 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TRENORD 2432 · Regionale 11531 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 6:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TRENORD 2960 · Regionale TRENORD 2259 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 5:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
8984+ S6 TRENORD 24662 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 7:12 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8984+ S6 TRENORD 24688 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h45 | 7:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8984+ S6 TRENORD 24660 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h45 | 6:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale Veloce 2036 | 2:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h44 | 6:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · S6 TRENORD 24662 | 2:23 PM Venice Mestre | 4h49 | 7:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Regionale TRENORD 2434 · Regionale Veloce 2056 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h32 | 6:20 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Regionale TRENORD 2964 · Regionale TRENORD 2265 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h01 | 6:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
8986+ S6 TRENORD 24692 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h45 | 8:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8986+ S6 TRENORD 24688 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h45 | 7:42 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
8986+ S6 TRENORD 24690 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h15 | 8:12 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice to Novara run on average 69 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 69 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Novara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Novara trip today.
Novara’s main museum, inside the castle, with archaeology, art, and local history collections that give an excellent introduction to the city and province.
Civic gallery housed in the Broletto, featuring modern and contemporary works with a strong local focus. A rewarding stop for art in a historic setting.
Museum section dedicated to archaeology and the area’s earliest history. Useful for understanding Novara from Roman times through later centuries.
Novara’s principal central square, framed by major civic landmarks. Ideal for orientation, people-watching, and experiencing the city’s historic core.
Historic center walking area around the Broletto, cathedral, and castle. Best choice for a self-guided walk covering Novara’s main monuments on foot.
The cathedral square, surrounded by key monuments and elegant urban space. A top stop for architecture, photos, and access to Novara’s religious center.
Paniscia novarese is Novara's signature risotto with rice, beans, cabbage, salami della duja and red wine, prized as a hearty farmhouse dish from the surrounding rice fields.
Salame della duja is a soft cured pork salami preserved in lard or fat, a historic Novara specialty once stored for winter and often served with rustic bread or polenta.
Gorgonzola, produced widely in the Novara area, is a famous blue cheese with creamy texture and bold flavor that reflects the region's long dairy tradition.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the countryside near Novara, known for refined Piedmontese cuisine, seasonal tasting menus and polished service.
Historic, traditional restaurant in central Novara serving local Piedmont dishes in a classic setting, with strong focus on regional ingredients and wines.
Well-regarded casual venue for Novarese and Piedmont cooking, appreciated for hearty local specialties, risotto dishes and an unfussy atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy; hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafes remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest in Italy. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Novara Railway Station -> Piazza Martiri della Libertà, Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Novara 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 Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Novara trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Novara station pair, with some services arriving at Novara Nord. Use this guide to compare Venice and Novara 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.
Novara is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara 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 Marechiaro, Osteria del Gallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Novara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Novara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Novara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Novara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cavour, Hotel La Bussola, Hotel Croce di Malta.
Novara Nord is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Novara Nord.
ATMs are available at Novara Nord.
Available at Novara Nord: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Novara Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara Nord.
Vignale is 4 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Vignale has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Vignale.
ATMs are available at Vignale.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vignale.
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