The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price
£229
Average price
£229
Fastest journey
22 h 54 m
Average duration
23 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
922 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around £229 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £229.
To travel from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £229.
Distance: 922 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£229 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 0m Average total duration 14h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 25m Average total duration 22h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia trains for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 24h05 | 18:25 Venice Santa Lucia | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 4 March | |||||
![]() | 16:20 Rotterdam Centraal | 22h54 | 15:14 Venice Santa Lucia | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia
Trains from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £229 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 16:20, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 922 km distance in 20h 54m.
Distance 922 km |
Average train duration 14h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £229 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 20h 54m |
First train 16:20 |
Last train 18:20 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia trainsDeutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Rotterdam Centraal and Venice Santa Lucia from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam Centraal to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Santa Lucia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rotterdam Centraal and Venice Santa Lucia
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
- Located inside the central hall.
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
