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Museum für Volkskultur at Schloss Porcia
The town museum inside Schloss Porcia presents local history, art, and cultural heritage in a major Renaissance setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€70
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Spittal an der Drau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Spittal an der Drau will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Venice to Spittal an der Drau, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 42 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Spittal an der Drau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €590.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€35 Average price | €590 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Spittal an der Drau:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Spittal an der Drau costing on average €35.
A bus is €567 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Spittal an der Drau costing on average €590.
Other travel options to Spittal an der Drau take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €12. The journey takes 6h 10m versus 2h 58m 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 Spittal an der Drau trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:05 PM Venice | 8h32 | 3:37 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Venice | 8h32 | 4:37 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 8:08 AM Venice | 3h42 | 11:50 AM Spittal an der Drau | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice to Spittal an der Drau run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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Discover the best of Spittal an der Drau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Spittal an der Drau trip today.
The town museum inside Schloss Porcia presents local history, art, and cultural heritage in a major Renaissance setting.
Permanent gallery and exhibition spaces within Schloss Porcia featuring rotating art and cultural presentations.
Regional folklore displays highlighting Upper Carinthian traditions, daily life, and material culture.
Historic main square framed by old buildings, events, and everyday city life. Ideal for orientation and strolling.
The old-town core offers attractive streets, shopping, and heritage architecture in a compact walkable area.
Castle park around Schloss Porcia with open green space, shade, and one of the town’s most pleasant public areas.
Carinthia’s signature filled pasta with mint, potatoes and curd cheese. A festive regional classic found across inns in the Drau valley.
A hearty Carinthian noodle soup with hand-cut pasta, root vegetables and often beef. A warming traditional dish from alpine home cooking.
Boiled pork served with sauerkraut, mustard and horseradish. A rustic Austrian tavern dish long linked with winter and farmhouse cooking.
Established hotel restaurant serving Austrian and Carinthian classics in an elegant traditional setting near the center.
Traditional inn atmosphere with regional Austrian dishes, seasonal menus and a dependable local reputation.
Castle dining in a historic setting, known for refined Austrian cuisine and special-occasion meals.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are reasonable. Cheaper than major alpine resorts, but pricier than many smaller Central European towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés if service was good.
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Spittal-Millstättersee -> Spittal an der Drau Hauptplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Spittal an der Drau 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 Spittal an der Drau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Spittal an der Drau trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Spittal-Millstättersee station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Spittal an der Drau 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.
Spittal-Millstättersee is 1 km from Spittal an der Drau city centre. Public transport options include:
Spittal-Millstättersee 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: Restaurant Zellot, Restaurant Pizzeria Piccolo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Spittal-Millstättersee. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Spittal-Millstättersee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spittal-Millstättersee: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ertl, Hotel Erlebnis Post, Hotel Landhof Simeter.
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