- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
68
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Venice will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 68 trains that leave Rome for Venice on Fri, Jun 05, 58 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 394 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 588
Intercity 592
InterCityNotte 764+
Regionale Veloce 3479
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3986
FRECCIAROSSA 9480
8900
8922
8908
8904Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $334 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Rome to Venice:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Venice costing on average $61 (€49).
A bus is $301 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Venice costing on average $334 (€269).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
The journey is about 29m faster (5h 15m by train vs 5h 44m by car) and roughly $45 (€37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€49) vs $107 (€86)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Venice trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 774 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 7h45 | 6:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 5:35 AM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 9:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 9:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 9:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 6:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 9:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 6:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 9:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:35 AM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 10:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 4h30 | 11:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8924 | 6:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 10:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 6:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 10:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 7:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 10:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 7:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 10:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 11:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 7:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 11:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 7:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 11:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 8:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 11:42 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 8:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 11:55 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | Delayed 8:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 11:12 AM 11:12 AMVenice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | Delayed 8:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 11:00 AM 11:00 AMVenice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | Delayed 9:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 11:00 AM 11:00 AMVenice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | Delayed 9:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 11:12 AM 11:12 AMVenice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | On time 9:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 1:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | On time 9:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 1:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 1:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 1:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 5h56 | 4:16 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 10:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 2:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 10:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 2:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 11:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 2:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 11:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 2:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | On time 11:55 AM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 3:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | On time 11:55 AM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 3:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | On time 12:03 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h52 | 3:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | On time 12:03 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h39 | 3:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 588 | 12:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h56 | 4:16 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 12:36 PM Rome Termini | 3h58 | 4:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 6h37 | 7:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 12:54 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h26 | 5:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8916 | On time 12:55 PM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 4:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | On time 12:55 PM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 4:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | On time 1:03 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h39 | 4:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | On time 1:03 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h52 | 4:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 5:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3984 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h30 | 6:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 6:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h30 | 7:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8918 | On time 2:55 PM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 6:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | On time 3:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 6:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 6h06 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 3:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 7:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 3:48 PM Rome Tiburtina | 7h32 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8928 | On time 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 7:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | On time 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 7:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | On time 4:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 7:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | On time 4:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 7:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 4:30 PM Rome Termini | 3h26 | 7:56 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h59 | 8:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8920 | 4:55 PM Rome Termini | 3h45 | 8:40 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 5:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h48 | 9:23 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h19 | 10:09 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
8922 | On time 5:55 PM Rome Termini | 4h00 | 9:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | On time 5:55 PM Rome Termini | 3h47 | 9:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | On time 6:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h50 | 9:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | On time 6:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h37 | 9:42 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:35 PM Rome Termini | 4h20 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662 · FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h05 | 10:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 7:36 PM Rome Termini | 3h58 | 11:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Venice run on average 70 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 59 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 70 |
Direct trains 59 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Venice's premier museum for Venetian painting, with masterpieces by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, known for masterpieces of Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract art.
Venice's monumental main square, surrounded by major landmarks and one of the city's defining must-see spaces.
Venice's main waterway lined with palaces, best appreciated from bridges, vaporetto rides, and waterfront walks.
Colorful lagoon island famous for vividly painted houses and photogenic streets, especially popular with social media visitors.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins; a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval trading influences.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s best-known cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, giving it a rich sea taste and dramatic black color.
Small, celebrated seafood osteria near Saint Mark’s, prized for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and intimate service.
Respected traditional seafood restaurant in a hidden central lane, known for classic Venetian dishes and an old-school atmosphere.
Well-known Burano restaurant worth the trip for lagoon seafood, risotto, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Venice is pricey due to tourism and island logistics. Hotels and dining cost more than in many Italian cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated.
Official public transport app
Venice Santa Lucia -> Piazzale Roma, Venice
Traveling between Rome and Venice is a delightful experience, thanks to the efficient train connections available. The journey can be comfortably made with providers such as Frecciarossa, Italo, and Intercity Notte. These trains offer various options for speed and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the scenic Italian countryside while traveling from the historic capital city of Rome to the enchanting canals of Venice in just a few hours.
Traveling from Rome to Venice takes approximately 3 hours and 59 minutes. There are up to 14 direct connections available each day, making it convenient for travelers. The main departure stations in Rome are Roma Tiburtina and Roma Termini, while the arrival stations in Venice include Venezia Santa Lucia and Venezia Mestre.
The first daily train from Rome to Venice departs at 13:30, providing travelers with a convenient afternoon option. The last journey of the day leaves at 22:55, allowing for late-night arrivals in the enchanting city of canals.
The cheapest ticket price for a train journey between Rome and Venice is €34. The average ticket price typically hovers around €55, making it an accessible option for travelers looking to explore these iconic Italian cities.
St. Mark's Basilica, a stunning example of Italo-Byzantine architecture, dates back to the 11th century and was built to house the relics of St. Mark, Venice’s patron saint. Its significance lies not only in its religious importance but also as a symbol of Venetian wealth and power during the height of trade in the Mediterranean. Unique features include its opulent mosaics that shimmer with gold leaf and intricate marble floors that tell stories from both biblical texts and history.
The Doge's Palace served as the residence for Venice’s supreme authority—the Doge—and is an architectural masterpiece reflecting centuries of political intrigue and artistic achievement since it was constructed in 1340. This landmark signifies Venice's rich governance system where art met politics; it housed important government offices alongside lavish chambers adorned with works by masters like Tintoretto. One cannot miss its iconic pink-and-white façade along with exquisite Gothic arches that create an enchanting atmosphere steeped in history.
Rialto Bridge is not just one of Venice’s most recognizable landmarks; it's also a vital commercial hub dating back to 1591 when it replaced earlier wooden bridges connecting San Marco to San Polo districts over the Grand Canal. The bridge symbolizes resilience through time—having survived fires, floods, and even wars—while serving as a bustling marketplace filled with shops selling everything from fresh produce to luxurious goods today. What makes Rialto truly unique are its elegant design featuring stone steps leading up into breathtaking views across vibrant canal life below—a perfect spot for capturing unforgettable memories!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

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