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Gallerie dell'Accademia
A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
89
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Venice will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 89 trains that leave Bologna for Venice every day 89 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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 3972
Regionale 3994
Regionale 3992
Regionale 3998
Regionale 3990
FRECCIAROSSA 9480
8920
8906
8904
8928Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 131 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Venice trains for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 17:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 18:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 17:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 18:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3986 | 17:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 19:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3986 | 17:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 19:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8918 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 18:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 18:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 19:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 18:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 19:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3988 | 18:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h51 | 20:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3988 | 18:16 Bologna Corticella | 2h04 | 20:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8928 | 18:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 19:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8928 | 18:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 19:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 18:41 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 19:56 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 20:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 20:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3990 | 19:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 21:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3990 | 19:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 21:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8920 | 19:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h19 | 20:40 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 592 | 20:00 Bologna Centrale | 1h36 | 21:36 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 20:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 21:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 22:09 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h38 | 21:56 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8922 | 20:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 21:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8922 | 20:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 21:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3992 | 21:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 23:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3992 | 21:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 23:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 21:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 22:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 21:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 22:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 22:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 23:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 22:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 23:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 August | |||||
InterCityNotte 774 | 4:25 Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 6:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3998 | 5:25 Bologna Corticella | 1h42 | 7:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3998 | 5:25 Bologna Corticella | 1h55 | 7:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3960 | 6:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h51 | 8:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3960 | 6:16 Bologna Corticella | 2h04 | 8:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3962 | 7:16 Bologna Corticella | 2h04 | 9:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3962 | 7:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h51 | 9:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 9:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 9:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3966 | 8:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h51 | 10:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3966 | 8:16 Bologna Corticella | 2h04 | 10:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 9:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 10:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 9:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 10:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3970 | 9:16 Bologna Corticella | 2h04 | 11:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3970 | 9:16 Bologna Corticella | 1h51 | 11:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8924 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 10:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8924 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 10:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 10:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 11:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 10:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 11:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3972 | 10:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 12:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3972 | 10:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 12:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8904 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 11:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8904 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 11:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 12:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 12:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3994 | 11:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 13:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3994 | 11:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 13:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8906 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 12:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8906 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 12:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 12:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 13:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 12:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 13:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3974 | 12:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 14:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3974 | 12:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 14:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8908 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 13:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8908 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 13:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 13:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 14:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 13:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 14:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3978 | 13:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 15:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3978 | 13:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 15:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8910 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 14:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8910 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 14:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 14:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 15:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 14:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 15:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h38 | 15:56 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h50 | 16:08 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8914 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 15:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
8914 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 15:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3980 | 14:33 Bologna Corticella | 1h34 | 16:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3980 | 14:33 Bologna Corticella | 1h47 | 16:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 588 | 14:51 Bologna Centrale | 1h25 | 16:16 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 16:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 16:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3982 | 15:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 17:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3982 | 15:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 17:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8916 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 16:42 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
8916 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 16:55 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 16:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 17:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 16:01 Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 17:23 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3984 | 16:15 Bologna Corticella | 1h52 | 18:07 Venice Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3984 | 16:15 Bologna Corticella | 2h05 | 18:20 Venice Santa Lucia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Venice run on average 75 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 73 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 75 |
Direct trains 73 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
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A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
This museum displays Peggy Guggenheim’s modern art collection, with works by Picasso, Pollock and Kandinsky in her former home.
A restored customs house at Punta della Dogana presenting contemporary art exhibitions in a dramatic waterside setting.
Venice’s principal square is framed by arcades, monumental buildings and landmark views, making it the city’s ceremonial and social heart.
A small island famed for colourful houses and peaceful canals, popular for photography and a slower pace beyond central Venice.
This lively district offers bars, canals, artisan corners and a more local rhythm, especially around Campo Santa Margherita and its side streets.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A Venetian bacari staple linked to the city’s historic trade routes.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour lagoon dish reflects Venice’s long tradition of preserving fish.
Small Venetian tapas served in bàcari, from crostini to seafood bites. They are central to local social eating and aperitivo culture.
Refined restaurant serving seasonal Venetian cuisine with a modern touch. Elegant but relaxed, with strong attention to lagoon ingredients.
Historic, lively bàcaro known for classic cicchetti and sandwiches. Expect a bustling, standing-room atmosphere near the Rialto market.
Well-known fine-dining restaurant with a creative tasting menu rooted in Venetian flavours. Intimate setting focused on seafood and local produce.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in the centre and vaporetto fares adding up for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazza San Marco, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Venice trains use the Bologna Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale 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: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
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.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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