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Musee d'histoire du Valais
Leading archaeology museum of Valais, presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages in a historic setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$56
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$71
Fastest journey on Sep 15
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
6 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 15
8
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Sion will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 8 trains from Venice to Sion, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.
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Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 44Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Sion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $105 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $105, while a flight costs an average of $930.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$105 Average price Cheapest | $930 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Sion:
A train is $825 (€671) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Sion costing on average $930 (€756).
Other travel options to Sion take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Tickets start at around $105 (€86) compared to roughly $115 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 5h 59m versus 5h 47m 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.
Direct services run with Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Sion trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:10 PM Venice | 6h39 | 6:49 PM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
8974+ EuroCity 44 | 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h52 | 7:49 PM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 44 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 7:49 PM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 44 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h01 | 7:49 PM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Venice to Sion run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 8:09 PM |
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Discover the best of Sion — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sion trip today.
Leading archaeology museum of Valais, presenting regional finds from prehistory to the Middle Ages in a historic setting.
Fine arts museum featuring Swiss and Valais artists, with strong exhibitions in a historic castle complex.
Nature museum covering Alpine geology, flora, and fauna, ideal for understanding the landscapes around Sion.
Scenic hill and lake area with vineyard paths, woodland walks, and one of the best easy viewpoints near the city center.
Historic quarter at the foot of Valere and Tourbillon, rich in medieval lanes, old houses, and postcard views.
Main old-town street lined with historic buildings, shops, and lively terraces, perfect for strolling through central Sion.
A rich Valais cheese fondue made with local alpine cheese and white wine. It is a classic mountain dish shared in winter across the region.
Raclette from Valais AOP, melted and scraped over potatoes with pickles. This is the canton’s most iconic traditional dish.
Air-dried beef from Valais, cured in mountain air and sliced thin. It is a prized local specialty often served as an apéritif platter.
Historic fine dining restaurant in Sion known for refined Valais cuisine, polished service and an elegant old-town setting.
Well-known casual spot for local wines and Valais plates, ideal for tasting dried meat, cheese and regional specialties.
Popular traditional brasserie serving raclette, fondue and other Swiss classics in a warm, relaxed atmosphere near the center.
Sion is costly versus many European cities; hotels, dining, and regional transport are typically priced at Swiss levels.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafes can be rounded to the next franc.
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Gare de Sion -> Place du Midi, Sion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Sion trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Gare de Sion station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Sion 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.
Gare de Sion has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Inglewood Sion, Brasserie de la Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Sion. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Sion. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Sion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Sion: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sion: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moxy Sion, Hotel Elite, Hotel Castel.
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