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Taking the train from Milan to Venice in 2h
Want to travel from Milan to Venice by train and need more information? You’ve come to the right place!
On average, the train journey from Milan to Venice takes 2h 48m, but if you want to get there quicker, the fastest Frecciarossa services take just 2h. As there are direct services available, you don’t need to worry about changing along the way either. On this route, you’ll depart from either Milan Centrale or Milan Rogoredo and arrive at either Venice Santa Lucia or Venice Mestre.
Whether you’re travelling on a Trenitalia or Italo service, you’ll travel on a high-speed train and cross the Venetian Lagoon in your comfortable seat - and you’ll wonder why you ever considered driving! If you’re travelling on Trenitalia’s Frecciarosa service, why not treat yourself? Upgrade to Frecciarossa’s Executive Class and travel in maximum comfort with luxury reclining leather seats and a meal served to your seat.
Once you’ve arrived in Venice, you can start exploring the city’s fascinating history. Unsure where to begin? Head over to our Venice travel hub for inspiration, including the best things to do in Venice, such as visiting the Bridge of Sighs or discovering the Venetian Lagoon Islands.
It's also worth knowing about Venice's new tourist fee, whether you're planning on taking a day trip or staying a little longer.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Milan to Venice in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. Want to learn more? Keep reading for information on taking the train from Milan to Venice, including train times, ticket prices and FAQs.
Milan to Venice by train
It takes an average of 3h 48m to travel from Milan to Venice by train, over a distance of around 152 miles (245 km). There are normally 42 trains per day traveling from Milan to Venice and tickets for this journey start from $14.65 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:22 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:33 pm | |
| Departure station | Milan | |
| Arrival station | Venice | |
| Journey time | From 2h 36m | |
| Distance | 152 miles (245 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $14.65 | |
| Train and bus operators | Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trenitalia, Flixbus, Italo |
Trenitalia offers from Milan to Venice
Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia trains from Milan to Venice
Frecciarossa
Italo
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection and four levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in train selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat). From December 2021, you can also travel with Frecciarossa from Milan to Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The trains are operated by Trenitalia France and have 4 levels of service - Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room - and two types of carriages: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.
Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
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Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity classes from Milan to Venice
Compare the different travel classes offered by Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity when traveling from Milan to Venice.
Frecciarossa
Italo
Trenitalia Eurocity
Standard
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi at a reasonable price.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- Free magazine
- More legroom
- Welcome drink
- Snack box
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
Premium
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and baggage space, as well as a welcome service supplying a complimentary sweet or salty snack and a drink. You can also order your meal via the EasyBistrò paid service available on board.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- Free magazine
- More legroom
- Welcome drink
- Snack box
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
Business
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, EasyBistrò meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free snack box is also served to your seat.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- Free magazine
- More legroom
- Welcome drink
- Snack box
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
Executive
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB ports
- Dining car
- In-seat meal service
- Free magazine
- More legroom
- Welcome drink
- Snack box
- Quiet area
- Conference room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
Smart
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Prima
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Club Executive
If you want to travel in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free access to Italo Club Lounge.
- Vending machine
- Entertainment pass
- Leather seats
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Welcome service
- Fast track access
- More legroom
- Free magazines/newspapers
- Lounge car
- Personal screens
- In-seat meal service
Second Class
From spacious armchairs to power outlets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
First Class
Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfortable buses.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
Onboard services on Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Milan to Venice.
Frecciarossa
Italo
Trenitalia Eurocity
- You can take your bags on board Frecciarossa trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
- You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks.
- You can also order your favourite meal from the comfort of your seat – go to the entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.
- If you travel in Premium or Business Class, you’ll get a free snack and drink. If you travel in Executive Class, you’ll get a complimentary meal by the renowned TV chef Carlo Cracco.
- You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciarossa trains. Connect to their entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
- You can also use Portale FRECCE to get the latest updates on your journey, as well as book other services that will help you reach your destination.
- Kids under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (Frecciarossa’s standard fare).
- Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
- Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for kids under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re traveling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
- You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciarossa trains provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 17.7 inches).
- Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
- Small pets can travel on all Frecciarossa trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches).
- Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a half-price Standard ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
- You can’t travel with bigger dogs in Executive and Premium Class, in quiet carriages and in restaurant cars.
- Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.
- You can take your bags on board free of charge. If you have a small bag or backpack, you can place it under your seat.
- If you’re traveling with a larger bag, you can place it on the luggage racks above your seat.
- In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. However, if you travel in Italo Smart, your bags must not be larger than 75 x 53 x 30cm (29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches).
While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
- Italo trains offer free WiFi and a free entertainment portal called ItaloLive, where you can choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
- You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
- Kids aged 0-3 travel for free on Italo trains if they don’t occupy a seat. However, if an adult travels with more than one child aged 0-3, they will need to pay for a seat.
- Children aged 2-14 get 50% off the Flex fare if they’re traveling in Italo’s Smart Class.
- You can travel with a folding bike if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
- You can travel with a traditional bike if it’s disassembled and placed in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 40cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 15.7 inches).
- Pets under 10kg (22 lbs) can travel for free on all Italo trains provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage
- Pets over 10kg (22 lbs) will need a ticket to travel with you. They must also be kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
- You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
- A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.
Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.
Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.
All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.
A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.
Cheap train tickets from Milan to Venice
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Milan to Venice by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
How to get from Milan airports to Milan city center
If you’re flying into Milan, you’ll need to travel from the airport to the heart of the city. Read on for more information on how to get to the city center from each of Milan’s three airports.
How to get to Milan city center from Milan Malpensa airport
How to get to Milan city center from Linate airport
How to get to Milan city center from Milan Bergamo airport
Everything you need to know about Milan's train stations
Read on for more information on how to get to Milan's train stations.
How to get to Milano Centrale station
How to get to Milano Porta Garibaldi station
First Class Lounges available at the station
Waiting for your train has never been so relaxing! Both Italo and Frecciarossa welcome you into dedicated First Class Lounges with everything you need to sit back and relax before you travel.
Italo Club Lounge
Free Italo Fast Track service
FRECCIALounge at Milano Centrale station
Free Frecciarossa Fast Track service
Where do trains from Milan to Venice call at?
Your Italo or Frecciarossa train from Milan to Venice may call at some or all of the following stations:
Arriving in Venice
When getting a train from Milan to Venice, you may arrive at Venezia Mestre station on the mainland. Trains departing from Milan may also stop at Venezia Santa Lucia station, which is a 20-minute walk from the renowned Rialto Bridge, in the heart of the city.
Using public transport in Venice
Although Venice is a small city and can be visited on foot, you can still make use of the public transport available. Keep reading for more details.
Taking the bus in Venice
Even if tourists and locals don’t usually need to take a bus to get around the city center, it is sometimes necessary to get to other destinations. For example, if you’re traveling to Venice Airport, you can take bus line 5 from Piazzale Roma, which is only a few minutes away from Venezia Santa Lucia station.
As most of the public transport on the island of Venice is waterborne, urban buses are the least used means of transport.
Taking the water bus in Venice
Water buses, also known as vaporetti in Italian, replace the normal urban buses and are used to get around the heart of the city via its canals. The most useful water bus lines for tourists are the following:
- Line 1: It slowly cruises the Grand Canal from the central bus station in Piazzale Roma to Venezia Lido. It stops at most landmarks down the Canal, including St Mark’s Square (or Piazza San Marco), Ca’Rezzonico or Rialto Bridge
- Line 3: It connects Piazzale Roma with Murano
- Line 7: It connects St Mark’s Square with Murano
- Line 10: It’s the quickest way to get from St Mark’s Square to Lido
- Line 18: It runs between Lido and Murano.
Top things to see and do in Venice
Boasting picturesque canals and bridges, medieval churches and palaces, there’s so much to discover in beautiful Venice! To help you narrow it down, here are some ideas for things to see and do in Venice:
Explore Europe by train with a Eurail Pass
After visiting Venice, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With a Eurail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
You can use a Eurail Pass if you’re not a European citizen or resident. If you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country, you can use an Interrail Pass instead.
FAQs for Milan to Venice
Want to know more about your journey from Milan to Venice? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Milan to Venice take?
The average journey time by train between Milan and Venice is 3 hours and 48 minutes, with around 42 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Milan and Venice by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Milan to Venice is 2 hours and 36 minutes.
How much does the train from Milan to Venice cost?
Train tickets from Milan to Venice can start from as little as $14.65 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Is there a direct train from Milan to Venice?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Milan to Venice without having to change trains. There are 9 direct trains from Milan to Venice each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
What time does the first train from Milan to Venice leave?
The first train from Milan to Venice leaves at 00:22. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Milan to Venice leave?
The last train from Milan to Venice leaves at 23:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Milan and Venice by train?
Trains travelling from Milan to Venice cover a distance of around 152 miles (245 km) during the journey.
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If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Venice to Milan.
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