- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price
£314
Average price
£314
Fastest journey
10 h 39 m
Average duration
12 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
844 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Paris will cost around £314 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £314.
To travel from Venice to Paris you need to make at least one change.
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £89.
Distance: 844 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£161 Average Price | £79 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Paris trains for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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8974+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 14h39 | 22:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
8980+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 11:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h39 | 22:36 Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 change | |
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Trains from Venice to Paris run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £89 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 844 km distance in 9h 48m.
Distance 844 km |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £89 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 48m |
First train 0:21 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Making the lengthy journey from Venice to Paris by train is relatively simple and convenient thanks to the regular services that run each day. Trains from Venice to Paris run from Venezia Santa Lucia or Venezia Mestre and reach Paris Gare de Lyon within 11 hours. This journey usually requires 1 to 2 changes on the way at Milano Centrale or Geneva. Some services also require transfers between stations to complete the journey. Trains from Venice to Paris run from mid-morning until the afternoon, with overnight trains taking approximately 14 hours to reach Paris.
Venice's main train station, Venezia Santa Lucia, is situated in the historic centre of the city on the Grand Canal and is therefore easy to reach either on foot or by water. Venezia Santa Lucia train station is located to the west of the city centre near Ponte della Libertà. Travellers can reach the station on foot by following signs to Ferrovia or take a water bus to Ferrovia. Some trains only leave from the city's other main railway station, Venezia Mestre, which is located on the Venetian mainland.
Trains from Venice arrive in Gare de Lyon, one of six main train stations located in Paris. Centrally located on Boulevard Diderot, the station is close to many of the city's most popular sites. A Metro station is conveniently located at the train station, making transfers across the city quick and easy. Bus stops are located nearby at Boulevard Diderot and Rue de Bercy. Alternatively, visitors can opt to use the taxi rank located just outside the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Paris trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Paris 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.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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