- Must visit
Museo Tecnico Navale
Leading naval museum with ship models, weapons, figureheads, and artifacts explaining La Spezia’s long maritime history.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$35
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 20
34
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventimiglia to La Spezia will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 34 trains from Ventimiglia to La Spezia, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
Regionale Veloce 3367 · Regionale Veloce 3273
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3277
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221
Regionale Veloce 3375 · Regionale Veloce 3281
Regionale Veloce 3383 · Regionale Veloce 3289
Intercity 505
Intercity 505
Regionale Veloce 3375+
FRECCIARGENTO 8591
Intercity 631+
FRECCIABIANCA 8613
Intercity 635 · Intercity 673Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, while a bus costs an average of $56.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Ventimiglia to La Spezia:
A train is $21 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ventimiglia to La Spezia costing on average $56.
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around $35 compared to roughly $94 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59. The journey takes 3h 55m versus 3h 12m 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 Intercity.
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 to La Spezia trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 631 · Intercity 511 | 9:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h43 | 1:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 631 · Intercity 511 | 9:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h43 | 1:53 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | 9:10 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h04 | 1:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale Veloce 3269 | 9:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h18 | 2:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale Veloce 3269 | 9:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h18 | 2:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 745 · Intercity 665 | 10:59 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h22 | 3:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 745 · Intercity 665 | 10:59 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h22 | 3:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3367 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 11:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h13 | 4:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3367 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 11:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h13 | 4:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 11:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h17 | 4:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 1:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h17 | 6:14 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 1:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h13 | 6:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 1:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h13 | 6:10 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 635 · Intercity 673 | 3:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h11 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 635 · Intercity 673 | 3:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h11 | 7:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3375 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 3:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h18 | 8:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3375 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 3:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h18 | 8:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3375+ FRECCIARGENTO 8591 | 3:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 3h49 | 7:46 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3087 · Regionale 12449 · Regionale 3287 | 4:35 PM Ventimiglia station | 5h40 | 10:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3087 · Regionale 12449 · Regionale 3287 | 4:35 PM Ventimiglia station | 5h40 | 10:15 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 681 · Intercity 679 | 4:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h22 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 681 · Intercity 679 | 4:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h22 | 9:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3065+ Intercity 685 | 5:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h24 | 10:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3065 · Regionale 12465 · Regionale 12247 | 5:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h00 | 11:57 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3065 · Regionale 12465 · Regionale 12247 | 5:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h00 | 11:57 PM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3065+ Intercity 685 | 5:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h24 | 10:21 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3383+ Intercity 687 | 7:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h28 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3383 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 7:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h58 | 12:55 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3383+ Intercity 687 | 7:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h28 | 12:25 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3383 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 7:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 4h58 | 12:55 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 653+ Regionale 12323 | 4:45 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h35 | 9:20 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 653+ Regionale 12323 | 4:45 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h35 | 9:20 AM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 5:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 5h39 | 10:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale 12335 · Regionale 12221 | 5:09 AM Ventimiglia station | 5h39 | 10:48 AM La Spezia Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 505 | 6:37 AM Ventimiglia station | 3h38 | 10:15 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 505 | 6:37 AM Ventimiglia station | 3h38 | 10:15 AM La Spezia Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3361 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 7:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h28 | 12:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3361 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 7:57 AM Ventimiglia station | 4h28 | 12:25 PM La Spezia Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ventimiglia to La Spezia run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:27 PM |
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Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Leading naval museum with ship models, weapons, figureheads, and artifacts explaining La Spezia’s long maritime history.
Museum in a former convent with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning centuries of local collecting.
Archaeological museum inside San Giorgio Castle, displaying prehistoric and Roman finds from the Gulf of Poets area.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for strolling, harbor views, ferries, and evening walks along the Gulf of La Spezia.
Historic pedestrian street with arcades, shops, and everyday city life, connecting key squares in the center.
Central civic square near the station, a practical landmark and lively urban space for people-watching and orientation.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A Ligurian street classic, prized for its crisp edges and simple coastal tradition.
Steamed mussels from the Gulf area, often with lemon, garlic, parsley, and white wine. A staple seafood dish tied to local waters.
Fresh pasta ribbons with Ligurian basil pesto, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and cheese. A defining flavor of Eastern Liguria.
Refined dining with creative seafood tasting menus and polished service. Suitable for a splurge meal in an elegant setting.
Well-known casual spot for fresh fish, pasta, and Ligurian classics near the center. Relaxed setting and dependable local cooking.
Historic waterfront restaurant known for Ligurian seafood, mussels, and harbor views. Traditional atmosphere with a long local reputation.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but dining and local transit stay reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is enough.
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La Spezia Centrale -> Piazza Verdi, La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventimiglia to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ventimiglia to La Spezia trains use the Ventimiglia Stazione to La Spezia Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Ventimiglia and La Spezia 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.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
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