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Museo del Castello
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 26 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 26 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 26 Sept
5 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 26 Sept
5 h 19 m
Trains on 26 Sept
39
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Rapallo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Rapallo will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Venice to Rapallo you need to make at least one change.
8984+
Intercity 687
8986+
Intercity 687
8988+
Intercity 687
8984+
Intercity 685
8986+
Intercity 685
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+
Intercity 687
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+
Intercity 665
8986+
Intercity 679
8978+
Intercity 669
8992+
Intercity 687The table below shows live departures for Venice to Rapallo trains for today, Friday 25 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8986+ Intercity 685 | 14:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h27 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8986+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 14:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 21:13 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8986+ Intercity 687 | 14:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h25 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Intercity 685 | 15:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h36 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 15:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h25 | 21:13 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8988+ Intercity 687 | 15:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h25 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8988+ Intercity 685 | 15:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h27 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8988+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 15:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h42 | 23:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 16:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 23:06 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8992+ Regionale TRENORD 2383+ InterCityNotte 799 | 17:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h29 | 0:26 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8992+ Intercity 687 | 17:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h25 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Intercity 687 | 18:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h04 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 26 September | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale Veloce 3067 · Regionale Veloce 3097 | 5:39 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h48 | 11:27 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8970+ Intercity 665 | 5:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h24 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8970+ Intercity 669 | 5:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 10h22 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8970+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 5:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h26 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Intercity 511 | 6:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h43 | 13:01 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3482 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ Intercity 665 | 7:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h11 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+ Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 7:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h13 | 13:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8974+ Intercity 665 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h24 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8974+ Intercity 669 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h22 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8974+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h26 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12385 | 8:00 Venice Mestre | 6h09 | 14:09 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Intercity 665 | 9:00 Venice Mestre | 5h21 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 9:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h57 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 6h05 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Intercity 669 | 10:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h31 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8978+ Intercity 679 | 10:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h22 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8978+ Intercity 669 | 10:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h22 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8978+ Intercity 673 | 10:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h22 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ Intercity 673 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h09 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Intercity 641+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 11:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h47 | 17:35 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Intercity 673 | 12:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h31 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ Intercity 679 | 13:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h09 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale 12439 | 13:30 Venice Mestre | 6h15 | 19:45 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Intercity 675+ Regionale 12445 | 13:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 20:06 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8984+ Intercity 685 | 13:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h27 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8984+ Intercity 687 | 13:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h25 | 23:22 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8984+ Intercity 679 | 13:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h22 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Venice to Rapallo run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 22:55 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Rapallo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rapallo trip today.
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Compact lace museum in a historic villa, showing local craftsmanship, tools and delicate pieces linked to Ligurian textile traditions.
Gallery and exhibition space hosting changing art shows and cultural events inside the lakeside setting of Villa Tigullio.
Elegant seafront promenade lined with palms, harbour views and Belle Époque buildings; ideal for a scenic walk at any time of day.
Main square near the waterfront, surrounded by historic buildings and everyday town life, making it a useful and lively meeting point.
Public park around Villa Tigullio with lawns, trees and sea views, offering a relaxed green break close to the centre.
A thin Ligurian chickpea pancake baked in a wood oven. Simple, crisp and deeply traditional across the Gulf of Tigullio.
A savoury vegetable pie of Swiss chard, herbs and cheese in thin pastry. A classic Ligurian home dish eaten throughout the area.
Fresh pasta ribbons with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. This is one of Liguria’s signature dishes and common around Rapallo.
Traditional Ligurian restaurant known for seafood and regional pasta dishes in a relaxed, classic setting near the seafront.
Established seafood-focused dining with refined Ligurian cooking and a polished atmosphere, popular for fish and local specialities.
Casual spot for pizza, farinata and Ligurian favourites, valued for an easy-going atmosphere and dependable traditional choices.
Rapallo is pricier than many Italian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in peak season, though trains and simple lunches remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxi tipping is optional, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Rapallo railway station -> Piazza Cavour, Rapallo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Rapallo 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 Rapallo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Rapallo trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Rapallo 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.
Rapallo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
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