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Museo Tecnico Navale della Marina Militare
Technical museum on naval history with figureheads, weapons and ship models, offering insight into La Spezia’s maritime role.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£28
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£45
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
4 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
4 h 53 m
Trains on 20 Oct
44
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to La Spezia will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
To travel from Venice to La Spezia you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale 19257
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale TTPER 19241
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
Regionale 18319+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
Regionale 18381
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+
Regionale 18371
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+
Regionale 18367
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
Regionale 18377Trains from Venice to La Spezia run on average 49 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 49 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to La Spezia trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Intercity 687 | 18:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h07 | 0:25 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale 18329+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 18:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h59 | 23:25 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 21:31 Venice Santa Lucia | 12h06 | 9:37 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 794 | 5:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h11 | 10:37 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 6:53 Venice Mestre | 7h01 | 13:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 13:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241 | 7:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 13:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 14:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale Veloce 4023 · Regionale 19346 | 8:40 Venice Mestre | 5h09 | 13:49 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 | 8:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 14:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411+ Regionale 18367 | 9:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 14:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18371 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 5h46 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 5h02 | 14:36 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 5h02 | 14:36 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18371 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 5h46 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 | 9:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 15:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245 | 9:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 15:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale 18371 | 10:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 | 10:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 16:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 | 10:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 16:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415+ Regionale 18373 | 11:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 16:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 11:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 17:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 | 11:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 17:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 18377 | 12:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 17:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 18:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 | 12:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 18:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18381 | 13:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h54 | 18:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 13:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 19:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 19253 | 13:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 19:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale Veloce 4045+ FRECCIAROSSA 8556 | 14:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h59 | 19:25 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 14:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 20:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 14:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 20:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Intercity 679 | 14:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h33 | 21:21 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale 18311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 15:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h18 | 20:44 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 15:34 Venice Mestre | 5h20 | 20:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 19255 | 15:34 Venice Mestre | 5h20 | 20:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 15:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h19 | 21:59 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426 · Regionale 19257 | 15:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h19 | 21:59 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale Veloce 3285 | 15:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h27 | 22:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale 19257 | 15:53 Venice Mestre | 6h06 | 21:59 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale Veloce 4049 · Regionale 19380 | 16:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h23 | 21:49 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 16:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 22:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 19259 | 16:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h14 | 22:54 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 17:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h48 | 22:14 La Spezia Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Technical museum on naval history with figureheads, weapons and ship models, offering insight into La Spezia’s maritime role.
Museum with seals, manuscripts and local archaeology inside a former convent, useful for understanding Lunigiana history.
Museum dedicated to 20th-century art in a central former convent, known for paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions.
Elegant palm-lined seafront promenade for harbour views, evening walks and easy access to ferries and city landmarks.
Main pedestrian shopping street with Liberty-era buildings, useful for exploring the city centre between sights.
Tree-lined public gardens by the waterfront, pleasant for a break and close to monuments, ferries and the historic centre.
Savoury pie of rice, eggs and cheese baked in pastry. A classic Ligurian street food found in bakeries around La Spezia.
Small mussels from the Gulf of La Spezia, often stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs and cheese. A local speciality tied to the city’s maritime tradition.
Fresh anchovies layered with potatoes, tomatoes and herbs, then baked. A homely coastal dish typical of eastern Liguria.
Traditional seafood trattoria known for mussels, pasta and Ligurian dishes in a relaxed, local setting near the centre.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined Ligurian seafood and seasonal ingredients, with a polished atmosphere suited to dinner.
Well-known local spot for fresh fish, mussels and classic coastal cooking, popular for a lively informal meal.
Moderate for Italy: stays rise in peak season, but dining and local transport are manageable versus pricier Cinque Terre bases.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up; café tipping is optional.
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La Spezia Centrale -> Piazza Europa, La Spezia
The most popular day trips by train from La Spezia are Pisa, Florence, Lucca, Genoa and Monterosso al Mare. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from La Spezia on Omio.

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.
There are 78 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 39m.

Florence is known for Renaissance art and architecture, with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio shaping its skyline. Despite its fame, it feels compact and lived-in, with busy piazzas, artisan workshops and a strong Tuscan food culture.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 32m.

Lucca is known for its complete Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches and handsome historic squares. Its compact old centre feels calm and distinctly Tuscan, with medieval streets and a strong local character.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 45m.

Genoa is a historic Ligurian port known for its maritime past, grand palaces and maze-like old town. Its busy harbour, seafood culture and weathered elegance give the city a distinctly seafaring feel.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 4m.

Monterosso al Mare is the largest of the Cinque Terre villages, known for its beach and colourful seafront. It combines a relaxed holiday atmosphere with an old town of narrow lanes and the traditional character of the Ligurian coast.
There are 89 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 11m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to La Spezia trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to La Spezia Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at La Spezia Migliarina. Use this guide to compare Venice and La Spezia 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 Porto Marghera is 6 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Porto Marghera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Porto Marghera.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Porto Marghera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera, Hotel Lugano Torretta, Hotel Mondial.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
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