- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and vast papal collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to heavy demand.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
72
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Rome will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 72 trains that leave Venice for Rome on Sun, May 17, 64 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 394 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
Intercity 584
Regionale Veloce 3518+
InterCityNotte 763
Regionale Veloce 3977+
Intercity 597
Intercity 594
Regionale Veloce 3975+
FRECCIAROSSA 9637
FRECCIAROSSA 9466
8913
8911
FRECCIAROSSA 9433
FRECCIAROSSA 9437Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Rome:
A bus is $28 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Rome costing on average $63 (€51).
A bus is $198 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Rome costing on average $234 (€189).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
The journey is about 1m faster (5h 23m by train vs 5h 24m by car) and roughly $44 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€51) vs $108 (€87)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Rome trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 10:25 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963+ Intercity 1589 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h32 | 3:12 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 · FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h18 | 11:10 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
8903 | On time 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 10:54 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | On time 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 11:05 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | On time 7:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 11:05 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | On time 7:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 10:54 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h56 | 11:22 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8905 | On time 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 11:54 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8905 | On time 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h05 | 12:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8905 | On time 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h53 | 12:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8905 | On time 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 11:54 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 | 8:34 AM Venice Mestre | 3h31 | 12:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 3h45 | 12:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 3h34 | 12:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 3h45 | 1:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3997+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h30 | 2:10 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
8902 | On time 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 1:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8902 | On time 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 2:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 2:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | On time 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h05 | 3:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | On time 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h48 | 2:53 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | On time 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 2:53 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | On time 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h53 | 3:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:38 AM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 3:14 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 4:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h52 | 3:57 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 4:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h40 | 3:57 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h58 | 4:24 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h48 | 4:53 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 4:53 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h58 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 6:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h40 | 9:20 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
8915 | On time 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 6:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8915 | On time 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 6:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 6:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 · FRECCIAROSSA 9645 | 2:52 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h23 | 7:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
8919 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 7:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 6:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | On time 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 7:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | On time 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 6:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 7:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 6h46 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981+ FRECCIAROSSA 9649 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 8:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
8923 | On time 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 8:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8923 | On time 4:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 8:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 8:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | On time 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 8:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | On time 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 9:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | On time 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 9:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | On time 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 8:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 9:30 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:38 PM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 9:14 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 9:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h05 | 10:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h53 | 10:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 9:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 10:25 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 11:30 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:38 PM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 11:14 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3518+ InterCityNotte 763 | 9:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h56 | 6:06 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770 | 10:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 6:35 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h07 | 9:33 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 3h37 | 9:15 AM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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By Thibault Constant
Every time I go to Italy for work or a holiday, traveling by train is a must for me. It’s fast, reliable, and affordable. Venice to Rome by train is a scenic, recommended way to discover this wonderful country. You can zoom through on a high-speed train or take it easy on local trains and experience the real Italy. Come with me as I travel from the Veneto all the way to Lazio via the splendid Tuscany region.

A Trenitalia Frecciarossa high-speed train at the platform in Venice.
To go from Venice to Rome, you have three options. Two are via high-speed trains, which link the cities in about four hours. The high-speed route goes via Florence. The two operators are the national railway Trenitalia, with its Frecciarossa service, and Italo, a private high-speed train operator – that’s the one I chose for today’s experience. If you’re not in a rush, you can also take a night train to link the two cities. To sum things up, there's plenty of choice!
I booked my ticket via Omio since it shows all operators, including Trenitalia and Italo. I went with Italo, as it was the cheapest, and I scored a first-class seat for a small upgrade fee. With that, it was time to treat myself!

An Italo high-speed train at Rome Termini station.

An Italo train on the track, seen from a platform in Venice.
Venice Santa Lucia station has to be one of my favorite stations in Italy. When you step out of the terminal, you’re literally right in front of the Grand Canal. No taxis or cars in sight – just pedestrians, boats, and the immense beauty that only Venice can offer. Everything is just a five-minute walk from here. Rome Termini Train Station is definitely different from Venice but still has its own charm. Despite being quite a contrast compared to the surrounding buildings, the station is conveniently located in the city center and well-connected to Rome’s transit system. My personal recommendation: always walk wherever you need to go – you get to see more!
Venice Santa Lucia station has to be one of my favorite stations in Italy. When you step out of the terminal, you’re literally right in front of the Grand Canal. No taxis or cars in sight – just pedestrians, boats, and the immense beauty that only Venice can offer. Everything is just a five-minute walk from here.
Rome Termini Train Station is definitely different from Venice but still has its own charm. Despite being quite a contrast compared to the surrounding buildings, the station is conveniently located in the city center and well-connected to Rome’s transit system. My personal recommendation: always walk wherever you need to go – you get to see more!
High-speed trains take, on average, four hours to connect the two cities. With Trenitalia, you’ll have a train departing every hour – plenty of choice! The same goes for Italo, which also runs hourly. Both operators offer four classes, from the very fancy business class to the comfortable economy class, which honestly isn’t bad. Two trains per hour between Venice and Rome? I’m in!
I traveled in first class (Prima Business) during my four-hour ride through Italy and had a solo seat – perfect for relaxing. In this class, you get free snacks and coffee served via trolley service! I remember sipping my espresso as we went through Tuscany – truly memorable. And if you want more coffee, the train has a Lavazza coffee machine, and you can see it grinding beans and making coffee through a glass door – pretty cool! Don’t miss the view after Venice Santa Lucia Train Station. For a few minutes, the train runs on a bridge above the Venetian Lagoon. My personal tip: sit on the right-hand side when leaving Venice for the best view. On the left side, the road unfortunately blocks some of the view, but it’s still cool! After Florence, you’ll experience Italian high-speed rail at 300 km/h. Even at that speed, Tuscany feels surreal – I just want to stop the train and get lost in one of those tiny villages. Just four hours after leaving Venice and its canals, I arrived stress-free in the bustling city of Rome. It’s quite magical – but that’s what Italy’s high-speed trains offer!

A comfortable, red leather solo seat in Italo's first-class section.
The sooner, the better, especially for high-speed trains. But with so many departures, you have a good chance of getting a deal. I paid €67 for my four-hour Venice to Rome train journey with Italo, and the upgrade was only €17 via Omio – I couldn’t resist.
| Item | Cost (eur) |
|---|---|
| Ticket price | €117 |
| Food & drinks | € |
| Travel to departure station | € |
| Travel from arrival station | € |
| Total | € 117 |
Train travel in Italy never disappoints, and I’m glad I did it once again. Venice-to-Rome is one of the classic train experiences you must do between these two iconic cities. And the transition from Veneto to Lazio via Tuscany? Just amazing. Italy in a nutshell.

Trains from Venice to Rome run on average 67 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 58 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 67 |
Direct trains 58 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and vast papal collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to heavy demand.
Premier art gallery in Villa Borghese, known for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required.
Rome’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring ancient Roman sculpture, bronzes, and sweeping views over the Forum.
Elegant baroque square famed for Bernini fountains, church facades, and lively street atmosphere. A classic place to stroll day or night.
Beloved neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-clad buildings, and vibrant evening life, popular with both locals and visitors.
Iconic monumental staircase and social gathering point linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti, especially photogenic at golden hour.
Iconic Roman pasta made with tonnarelli or spaghetti, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A minimalist classic strongly associated with Rome.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
Roman favorite of pasta dressed with tomato, guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and chili or black pepper. Deeply rooted in local trattoria culture.
Rome’s landmark fine-dining restaurant offering refined Italian cuisine, luxury service, and panoramic city views. Best for a splurge experience.
Historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for classic Roman dishes such as carbonara, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties. Traditional and intimate.
Celebrated central Rome dining room known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an excellent wine list. Busy, polished, and very popular.
Compared with many Western European capitals, Rome is moderate overall: budget dining is accessible, but central hotels and tourist-area restaurants can be costly.
Service is often included or reflected in menu prices, and tipping is not as obligatory as in some countries. In restaurants, rounding up the bill or leaving about EUR 1-5 for good service is common;
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