1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 12 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo you need to make at least 2 changes.
Regionale 16856 · Autobus VE650 · CORTINA LINK CO118
Regionale 16880 · Treno 16560 effettuato con bus VE138 · CORTINA LINK CO132
Regionale 16382 · Autobus VE656 · CORTINA LINK CO134
Regionale 16854 · Treno 16548 effettuato con bus VE128 · CORTINA LINK CO116
Regionale 16382 · Autobus VE656 · CORTINA LINK CO134
Regionale 16854 · Treno 16548 effettuato con bus VE128 · CORTINA LINK CO116
Regionale 16856 · Autobus VE650 · CORTINA LINK CO118
Regionale 16880 · Treno 16560 effettuato con bus VE138 · CORTINA LINK CO132Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 123 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo:
A train is £0.88 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Cortina d'Ampezzo take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 3h 34m versus 2h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 16854 · Treno 16548 effettuato con bus VE128 · CORTINA LINK CO116 | 7:43 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h47 | 12:30 Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16856 · Autobus VE650 · CORTINA LINK CO118 | 8:43 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h27 | 14:10 Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16880 · Treno 16560 effettuato con bus VE138 · CORTINA LINK CO132 | 14:43 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h47 | 20:30 Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16382 · Autobus VE656 · CORTINA LINK CO134 | 16:43 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h47 | 21:30 Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 18:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Cortina d'Ampezzo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cortina d'Ampezzo trip today.
Open-air Great War museum on Monte Lagazuoi with tunnels, posts and exhibits that bring high-altitude frontline history to life.
Main local museum covering Ampezzo archaeology, fossils, art and ethnography, ideal for understanding the valley beyond skiing.
Museum of modern art in a historic building, showing temporary exhibitions and a cultural side of Cortina often missed by day visitors.
Cortina’s elegant main street for strolling, shopping and mountain views, especially lively in the afternoon and evening.
Central pedestrian square by the basilica and bell tower, a natural meeting point with classic views of the town centre.
Former railway path now used for walks and cycling, offering easy scenery through woods and open valley stretches.
Hearty barley soup with beans, potatoes and often smoked pork. A mountain staple in the Dolomites, prized for warmth and simple alpine ingredients.
Potato dumplings usually served with melted butter and cheese or ham. Common across the Dolomites and loved as comforting high-altitude fare.
Small half-moon ravioli filled with beetroot or spinach and ricotta, often dressed with butter and poppy seeds. A classic Tyrolean-influenced mountain dish.
Long-established venue serving regional specialities, grilled meats and pasta in a refined yet traditional setting in central Cortina.
Traditional Ampezzo restaurant known for local mountain dishes, wood-lined rooms and a warm alpine atmosphere close to the centre.
Elegant mountain restaurant focused on local ingredients, handmade pasta and game dishes, with a polished alpine dining room.
Cortina d'Ampezzo is pricier than many Italian mountain towns, with high hotel, dining and ski-season costs. Local buses help, but overall holiday spending is above average.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not obligatory.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Cortina d'Ampezzo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione.
Ticket office support is available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione.
Available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Autostazione: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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