- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
7 h 41 m
Average duration
8 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia station to Venice 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 will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ventimiglia station for Venice on Wed, Jul 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 416 km distance in an average of 8 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 41 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia station to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 258 miles (416 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration Fastest 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ventimiglia station to Venice:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ventimiglia station to Venice costing on average $57 (€47).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€47) compared to roughly $107 (€88) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€41). The journey takes 7h 9m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ventimiglia station to Venice trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 631+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 9:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h02 | 4:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 631+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 9:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h40 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 745+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 10:59 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h51 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 10:59 AM Ventimiglia station | 6h31 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3367 · Regionale Veloce 2132+ FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 11:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 8h45 | 8:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12267 · Regionale Veloce 3021+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 12:28 PM Ventimiglia station | 8h32 | 9:00 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 3:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 8h40 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 3:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h32 | 9:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 639+ Autobus TRENORD 1911A · Regionale 16277 | 7:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 13h46 | 8:56 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 3:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h41 | 10:50 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 7h41 | 11:50 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ventimiglia station to Venice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $36 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 7h 41m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 41m |
First train 2:45 AM |
Last train 1:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Peggy Guggenheim’s former home presents an outstanding modern art collection with Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí overlooking the Grand Canal.
Venice’s civic museum of art and history in Piazza San Marco, with neoclassical rooms, imperial apartments, and important city collections.
Venice’s monumental main square is framed by arcades, museums, and the basilica. It is the city’s ceremonial heart and a classic first experience.
The broad canal-side promenade east of San Marco offers open lagoon views, landmark hotels, and one of Venice’s best waterside walks.
This lively central district around the market and bridge mixes commerce, everyday Venetian life, and some of the city’s most photogenic canal scenes.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A classic Venetian bacaro snack with roots in lagoon trade routes.
Rice cooked with fresh peas, somewhere between soup and risotto. It is a beloved spring dish, especially linked to the feast of Saint Mark.
Soft white polenta topped with tiny lagoon shrimp. This seasonal cicchetto showcases Venice's historic connection to its lagoon seafood.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant in a historic palace, celebrated for elegant Venetian tasting menus and polished canal-side dining.
Historic, lively bacaro near Rialto known for creative cicchetti, seafood small plates, and a standing-room wine bar atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a broad Venetian menu, including sarde in saor and seafood risotto, in a comfortable classic dining room.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially near major sights. Hotels, dining, and canal transport raise costs, though cicchetti bars and off-center stays can help.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, but not required. Small taxi rounding and café change are enough.
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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazza San Marco, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventimiglia station to Venice 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ventimiglia station to Venice trains use the Ventimiglia Stazione to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Ventimiglia station and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ventimiglia Stazione 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: Ristorante Marco Polo, La Grotta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ventimiglia Stazione. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ventimiglia Stazione. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ventimiglia Stazione: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sole Mare, Hotel Calypso, Hotel Provenza.
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.
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