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Musée d'art du Valais
Art museum in the Château de la Majorie, presenting Swiss and Valais art in a historic setting near Sion’s old town.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£58
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£65
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
5 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
5 h 59 m
Trains on 29 Aug
12
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Sion will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 12 trains from Venice to Sion, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 144
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EuroCity 146
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EuroCity 146
EuroCity 146
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EuroCity 146
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EuroCity 144
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 144
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 144Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Sion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £62, while a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 395 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
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£62 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Sion trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8988+ EuroCity 146 | 15:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h52 | 21:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
EuroCity 146 | 16:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h31 | 21:49 Gare de Sion | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
8970+ EuroCity 42 | 5:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 9h52 | 15:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
8974+ EuroCity 144 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 11h52 | 19:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
8974+ EuroCity 42 | 7:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h52 | 15:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 42 | 9:00 Venice Mestre | 6h49 | 15:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 42 | 9:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 15:49 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 144 | 13:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 19:49 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 144 | 13:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h01 | 19:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
8984+ EuroCity 144 | 13:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h52 | 19:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
8984+ EuroCity 146 | 13:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h52 | 21:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
8986+ EuroCity 146 | 14:57 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h52 | 21:49 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
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Trains from Venice to Sion run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £35 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 20:09 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Sion — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sion trip today.
Art museum in the Château de la Majorie, presenting Swiss and Valais art in a historic setting near Sion’s old town.
Archaeology museum with artefacts from prehistory to the Roman period, offering strong context for the region’s long settlement history.
Small gallery space in Sion hosting changing contemporary art exhibitions, useful for seeing current regional and Swiss artists.
Historic quarter below Valère and Tourbillon, with narrow lanes, old houses and one of the most characterful walks in the city.
Atmospheric old town street lined with historic buildings, shops and cafés, ideal for strolling between Sion’s main monuments.
Main old town square framed by historic facades, frequently used for markets and events and a practical starting point for exploring Sion.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles. A Valais classic tied closely to alpine dairying and one of the region’s signature meals.
A hearty Valais cheese fondue, usually made with local mountain cheeses and white wine. It is a social winter staple across the canton.
Air-dried beef from Valais, cured in the dry mountain climate. It is prized for its deep flavour and commonly served in thin slices.
Popular traditional restaurant known for Raclette, fondue and other Valais specialities in a warm, rustic setting near the old town.
Refined dining in Sion with seasonal cuisine, polished service and a smart atmosphere suited to a more leisurely evening meal.
Established café and brasserie style venue for pastries, coffee, light meals and relaxed people-watching in central Sion.
Sion is costly versus many European cities: hotels, dining and local travel are priced at typical Swiss levels, though supermarket meals and regional passes can help.
Service is usually included. Round up a little in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, such as CHF 1-5 or up to about 10%.
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Gare de Sion -> Place du Midi, Sion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Sion trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Gare de Sion station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Sion 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.
Gare de Sion has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Inglewood Sion, Brasserie de la Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Sion. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Sion. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Sion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Sion: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sion: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moxy Sion, Hotel Elite, Hotel Castel.
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