- Must visit
Museo Civico
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
Cheapest price on Oct 18
€38
Average ticket price on Oct 18
€63
Fastest journey on Oct 18
3 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
4 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 18
16
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Siena will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Siena without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3977+
Intercity 597+
Regionale 18225
Intercity 594+
Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053
Intercity 594+
Regionale 18227
Intercity 584+
Regionale 18217
Intercity 584+
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19041
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+
Regionale 18209
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+
Regionale 18217
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+
Regionale 18225
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+
Regionale 18203
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
Regionale 18229Trains from Venice to Siena run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (248 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 154 miles (248 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Siena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18229 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h13 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985+ Intercity 599+ Regionale 18233 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h36 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, October 18 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18203 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 9:38 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale 18209 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 3h58 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale 18213 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18217 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 6h03 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19041 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 4h42 | 2:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18371 · Regionale 19045 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h50 | 3:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18217 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h11 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 19049 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h48 | 5:14 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597+ Regionale 18225 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h58 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale 18223 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale 18225 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 4h42 | 8:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18227 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 5h06 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 18227 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h14 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
This major museum complex occupies a former hospital and combines archaeology, frescoes, chapels, and underground spaces in a memorable setting.
The cathedral museum preserves sculptures, stained glass, and treasures from the Duomo complex, including close views of masterpieces and architecture.
Siena’s iconic shell-shaped square is the social and visual heart of the city, perfect for architecture, people-watching, and understanding the Palio.
This broad square in front of the cathedral frames some of Siena’s finest Gothic monuments and is a natural stop on any walking route.
The city’s main pedestrian street links major sights with shops and noble facades. It is ideal for a first walk through Siena’s historic core.
Thick rustic soup of bread, beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. A Tuscan staple in Siena, prized for peasant roots and deep, comforting flavor.
Dense vegetable and bread soup made with beans, tomato, onion, celery and stale bread. Traditional cucina povera, often linked to Sienese home cooking.
Hand-rolled thick spaghetti, usually served with rich garlic-forward tomato sauce or duck ragù. A classic Tuscan pasta common in Siena trattorie.
Popular central trattoria focused on pici, ribollita and other regional staples, offering a casual atmosphere near major sights.
Well-known osteria for classic Tuscan and Sienese dishes, with a cozy brick interior and strong local wine selection.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant near Piazza del Campo, known for refined Tuscan tasting menus and polished historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging and dining cost more than small towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Siena Railway Station -> Piazza del Campo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Siena 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 Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Siena trains use the Venezia Mestre to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Siena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
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