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Palazzo Borromeo Museo
House museum on Isola Bella showing historic interiors, artworks and the Borromeo family collections inside the palace complex.
Regionale 88791 · Regionale TRENORD 2680 · Regionale 10240
Regionale 88755 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 2430
Regionale 88783 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 2406
Regionale 88777 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 2434
Regionale 88803 · Regionale TRENORD 2682 · Regionale TRENORD 2442
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 · FRECCIAROSSA 9642+
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FRECCIAROSSA 9726+
Regionale TRENORD 2430
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
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FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
Regionale TRENORD 2432
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 · FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
Regionale TRENORD 2440Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Stresa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 299 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price | £26 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Venice to Stresa trains for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:23 Venice | 6h42 | 20:05 Stresa | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 August | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ Regionale TRENORD 2408 | 5:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h10 | 10:36 Stresa station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 88783 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 2406 | 7:03 Venice Mestre | 7h33 | 14:36 Stresa station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ Regionale 10204 | 7:26 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h39 | 13:05 Stresa station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Venice to Stresa run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
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House museum on Isola Bella showing historic interiors, artworks and the Borromeo family collections inside the palace complex.
Museum in Villa Pallavicino with collections on local nature and history, visited alongside the lakeside gardens and park.
Gallery and exhibition venue hosting temporary art shows in an elegant historic building near the waterfront, useful for a cultural stop in town.
Lakeside promenade lined with grand hotels, gardens and mountain views, ideal for a relaxed walk and classic views across Lake Maggiore.
Panoramic mountain area above Stresa with walking routes and wide lake views, popular for fresh air, outdoor activities and summer escapes.
Main square by the lake and ferry area, surrounded by historic buildings and lively public space, convenient for boats and town strolls.
Air-dried cured beef from nearby Ossola valleys, sliced thin and dressed with oil and lemon. A classic alpine antipasto of the wider Verbano-Cusio-Ossola area.
Small gnocchi made with chestnut flour, a mountain staple once vital in this area. Usually served with butter, sage or local cheese.
Freshwater perch fillets from Lake Maggiore, typically pan-fried and served with butter and sage. A signature lake dish around Stresa.
Elegant hotel restaurant with lake views, offering carefully prepared Italian dishes and a more formal atmosphere.
Refined lakefront dining in central Stresa, known for seafood, pasta and polished service in an elegant historic setting.
Traditional restaurant serving Piedmontese and lake dishes with a warm, classic atmosphere close to the waterfront.
Moderate for Lake Maggiore: lakefront hotels and dining cost more than inland towns, but cafés, pizzerias and local trains or ferries keep day-to-day costs manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Stresa station -> Piazza Cadorna, Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice to Stresa trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Stresa station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Stresa 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.
Stresa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante LaStresa, Osteria Mercato
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Ticket office support is available at Stresa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stresa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stresa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stresa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stresa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Hotel La Palma, Regina Palace Hotel.
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