- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
69
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 $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 69 trains that leave Venice for Rome on Sun, Jun 14, 59 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 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, Jun 14 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 · Regionale Veloce 4155
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 · Regionale 4493 · Regionale Veloce 4155
InterCityNotte 770
Intercity 594
Intercity 584
FRECCIAROSSA 9466
8907
8913
8911
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 | $233 Average price | $107 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 $27 (€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 $197 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Rome costing on average $233 (€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 $107 (€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, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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, June 14 | |||||
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 | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h59 | 10:25 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 · Regionale 4493 · Regionale Veloce 4155 | 6:46 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h24 | 6:10 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 · FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h18 | 11:10 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 · Regionale Veloce 4155 | 6:58 AM Venice Mestre | 11h12 | 6:10 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
8903 | On time 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 11:05 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | On time 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h49 | 10:54 AM Rome Tiburtina | 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 | On time 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 3h45 | 1:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | On time 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 3h34 | 12:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h04 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 6h46 | 4:20 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 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 | |
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 | 3h53 | 3:10 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8911 | On time 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 3h36 | 2:53 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 | 3h40 | 3:57 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 4:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h30 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
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 | 3h36 | 4:53 PM Rome Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 3h48 | 5:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h58 | 5:24 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h27 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h35 | 6:15 PM Rome Termini | 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 | On time 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h00 | 7:05 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | On time 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 | 4h36 | 8:16 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 | |
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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 |
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World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
One of Rome’s finest art museums, known for Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required because entry is strictly timed.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, imperial sculpture, and art with views over the Forum.
Elegant Baroque square built on an ancient stadium, lined with fountains, palaces, and lively street life. A classic area for strolling and people-watching.
Atmospheric neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and busy evening streets. Popular with visitors but still one of Rome’s most characteristic areas.
Famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti. A highly photographed landmark and social-media favorite.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and a benchmark of Roman cooking.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is famous for its rich sauce without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino Romano, closely tied to Rome’s culinary identity and served with bucatini or rigatoni.
Rome’s most famous fine-dining restaurant, offering elegant tasting menus, panoramic views, and one of the city’s most prestigious dining experiences.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for traditional Roman dishes such as gricia, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties.
A celebrated central Rome venue known for classic Roman pasta, exceptional cured meats, and a refined but lively atmosphere.
Rome is moderate by Western Europe standards: sights are affordable, but central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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