The cheapest and fastest trains from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ventimiglia station for Venice Santa Lucia on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 40 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.
2:10 PM8h40Ventimiglia station10:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$491One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM7h40Ventimiglia station3:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$581One-way0 transfers
4:09 AM7h41Ventimiglia station11:50 AMVenice Santa Lucia$611One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM7h40Ventimiglia station3:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$581One-way0 transfers
4:09 AM7h41Ventimiglia station11:50 AMVenice Santa Lucia$611One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM8h40Ventimiglia station10:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is $0.74 (€0.59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average $61 (€48).
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€48) compared to roughly $174 (€139) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $113 (€90). The journey takes 6h 54m versus 5h 13m 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.
Live departures
Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia train times
The table below shows live departures for Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h41 | 11:50 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h40 | 3:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 8h40 | 10:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia
Trains from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€46) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 14:10. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€46) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 2:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia trainsIntercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Ventimiglia station and Venice Santa Lucia from $41 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ventimiglia station to Venice Santa Lucia
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Cavour.
- Ristorante Marco Polo
- La Grotta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sole Mare
- Hotel Calypso
- Hotel Provenza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Regional and Intercity trains
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
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