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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa
Museum in the castle displaying finds from ancient Venusia, including Roman artefacts, inscriptions and material from local excavations.
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Venosa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Venosa will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rome for Venosa every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
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9939Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Venosa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 296 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £66 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Venosa trains for today, Friday 7 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9939 | Delayed 15:50 17:30Rome Termini | 3h56 | 19:46 19:46Barletta station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Autobus PZ306 | 19:00 Rome Termini | 4h30 | 23:30 Barile | 1 change | |
| Saturday 8 August | |||||
9939 | On time 17:12 Rome Tiburtina | 4h14 | 21:26 Barletta station | 0 changesdirect | |
9939 | On time 17:30 Rome Termini | 3h56 | 21:26 Barletta station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Rome to Venosa run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:15, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 2:15 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Venosa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venosa trip today.
Museum in the castle displaying finds from ancient Venusia, including Roman artefacts, inscriptions and material from local excavations.
Open-air archaeological route through Roman and medieval remains, useful for understanding how the city developed over centuries.
Accessible Roman house with preserved mosaic floors and rooms, offering a close look at domestic life in ancient Venusia.
Atmospheric old-town quarter of lanes and stone buildings, best explored slowly for architecture and everyday local character.
Main square framed by historic buildings and cafés, ideal for a pause while exploring the old centre on foot.
Historic route through the centre lined with palaces, churches and small shops, giving a strong sense of old Venosa.
Traditional semolina pasta from Basilicata, shaped by hand and usually served with tomato sauce, pork ragù or peppers. A staple of local Sunday meals.
Sun-dried sweet peppers from Basilicata, fried until crisp. They are a regional emblem, eaten as a snack or to add crunch to pasta and meat dishes.
Rustic lamb stew slowly cooked with potatoes, tomatoes and herbs. It reflects the pastoral cooking traditions of inland Basilicata.
Established restaurant in Venosa known for Lucanian dishes, local wine and a traditional setting suited to a leisurely meal.
Traditional venue serving regional specialities, pasta and grilled meats in a relaxed atmosphere popular with local diners.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant with dependable local dishes, pizza and straightforward service in the historic town.
Venosa is generally cheaper than larger Italian tourist cities, with lower dining and lodging costs. Public transport is limited, so car costs may matter more than transit.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Tipping is appreciated, not obligatory.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Venosa 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 Venosa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Venosa trains use the Roma Termini to Barile station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Venosa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense 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: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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