How to get from Milan to Venice by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Milan to Venice is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 151 miles (244 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus or train | |
Ticket price range | $10 - $23 | |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $10 (€9) • 4 h 10 min | |
Fastest mode | Train • $23 (€20) • 2 h 16 min | |
Popular travel companies | Itabus or Italo |
Take a bus or train to travel 151 miles (244 km) between Milan and Venice. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 2 h 16 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $10 (€9). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Itabus or Italo among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Milan to Venice.
The journey from Milan to Venice is popular with travelers in Italy and is usually best undertaken by bus or by train. The train offers the quickest option, with direct journeys taking just over 2 and a half hours. All trains to Venice depart from Milan's Central Station, which is located in the city center. Buses take 4 hours for direct services, while services which require changes take longer. Buses to Venice depart from Milan's Lampagnano Bus Station.
Trains from Milan to Venice | Buses from Milan to Venice | Return trips from Venice to Milan
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
|
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Bus |
€12 |
4:05 h |
1 Month Ahead |
Train |
€28 |
2:10 h |
2 Months Ahead |
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Milan to Venice. Most buses traveling from Milan to Venice depart from Milano Lampugnano bus station and take at least 4 hours to arrive at Venice's Tronchetto bus station. More than 10 buses travel from Milan to Venice every day with the first bus departing at 7:15 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Milan to Venice include Flixbus, Baltour, and BusCenter.
Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Milan to Venice. Trains traveling from Milan to Venice depart from Milano Centrale train station and arrive at either Venice's Santa Lucia or Mestre train station after as little as 2:10 h. More than 30 trains travel from Milan to Venice every day, with the first train departing at 6:35 a.m. Trenitalia is the main train company that travels from Milan to Venice, with both Frecciarossa and Frecciabianca train types frequently making the journey.
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Milan to Venice. Traveling from Milan to Venice by train is almost 2 hours faster than taking the bus. However, traveling from Milan to Venice by bus is also a popular option for those who aren't strapped for time and would prefer to save some money.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Step on board a Frecciarossa travel and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed travel make about 200 connections across Italy per day, including major destinations like Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice and Naples. These travel reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), so you can travel 151 miles (244 km) from Milan to Venice quickly on a Frecciarossa high-speed travel. There are four different classes to choose from: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.
We show you the latest Frecciarossa travel schedule for the Milan to Venice route, so you can select the best times for your upcoming trip. You can find other travel information on Omio for this route, such as departure and arrival travel stations, journey times, number of stops, and cheap fares. You can select from three ticket types: Super Economy, Economy, and Base. Once you’ve picked your ticket, book a cheap travel between Milan and Venice with us today and enjoy your journey with Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa!
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
You can get from Milan to Venice 2 different ways: bus or train.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Venice is a bus with an average price of $10 (€9).
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Venice:
Taking a bus costs $13 (€11) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $23 (€20).
The quickest way to travel from Milan to Venice is by train, which takes on average 2 h 16 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Getting to Venice by bus takes 4 h 10 min on average.
Venice is approximately 151 miles (244 km) away from Milan.
The average frequency per day from Milan to Venice is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Venice as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Venice:
The following travel companies offer services from Milan to Venice:
Yes, there are direct routes from Milan to Venice with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Venice tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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