How to travel from Venice to Siena

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Compare bus and train for Venice to Siena

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. 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 bus costs an average of zł74, while a train costs an average of zł157.

Distance: 154 miles (248 km)

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zł74

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zł157

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zł248

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5h 6m

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4h 36m

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4h 43m

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4h 13m

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3h 32m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Siena is a bus with an average price of zł74.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Siena:

A bus is zł83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Siena costing on average zł157.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Venice and Siena including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Siena among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł74 compared to roughly zł248 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł174. The journey takes 4h 36m versus 3h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Venice to Siena

How to get from Venice to Siena by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Venice to Siena is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 AM6h20
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    12:30 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    1111One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:10 AM6h20
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    12:30 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    1111One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9409+RegionaleRegionale 18209
    8:40 AM3h58
    Venice Mestre
    12:38 PMSiena station
    3241One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3985+IntercityIntercity 599+RegionaleRegionale 18233
    5:40 PM5h36
    Venice Santa Lucia
    11:16 PMSiena station
    1761One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 594+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053
    3:34 PM4h42
    Venice Mestre
    8:16 PMSiena station
    1871One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 594+RegionaleRegionale 18227
    3:34 PM5h06
    Venice Mestre
    8:40 PMSiena station
    1871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM6h00
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    12:30 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 PM4h45
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    7:05 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    1281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM5h05
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    7:05 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    1281One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1466+FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 AM10h40
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    9:55 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    19001One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Venice to Siena

Travel to Siena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Venice to Siena.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Venice and Siena including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Siena is a bus with an average price of zł74.

This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Siena:

A bus is zł83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Siena costing on average zł157.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 6m.

The distance from Venice to Siena is approximately 154 miles (248 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Siena is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Venice and Siena as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Siena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Siena station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Rovinj and arrive in Cesenatico.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Siena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Regionale to go to Siena by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Siena by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Venice to Siena:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Siena often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Pisa, San Gimignano, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Siena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Siena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Siena, you can visit Torre del Mangia for panoramic views, explore religious art at Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, and relax at Fortezza Medicea. Enjoy Italian wines at Enoteca Italiana, or take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes. Don't miss the Piazza del Campo with its historic ambiance or the magnificent Siena Cathedral. Also, check out the Palazzo Pubblico, Basilica of San Domenico, and Santa Maria della Scala for a rich cultural experience.
To fully experience Siena, including its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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