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Milan to Venice Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Milan to Venice trains depart mainly from Milano Centrale and arrive at Venezia Santa Lucia, the station on the Grand Canal, with some services also calling at Venezia Mestre on the mainland. The route is served by Trenitalia Frecciarossa high-speed trains, Italo high-speed trains, and Trenitalia Regionale Veloce services. Key intermediate stops can include Brescia, Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione, Peschiera del Garda, Verona Porta Nuova, Vicenza, and Padova. The fastest high-speed trains cover the roughly 267 km route in about 2 hours 13 minutes, while slower regional services usually take about 2 hours 28 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes. One-way fares between Milan and Venice start from about €13.90 ($15 USD) for advance or regional fares and can reach around €75 ($81 USD) for flexible high-speed fares in higher classes. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually around 45 to 60 departures per day in one direction, and Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Ferragosto, Christmas, Easter, and busy summer weekends.

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Milan

Venice

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:45

MilanMilano Centrale

2h 15m

09:00

VeniceVenezia Mestre

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9703

from

5478 USD

2h 15m, Direct

06:45

MilanMilano Centrale

09:00

VeniceVenezia Mestre

Secondary station

from

5478 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9703

07:15

MilanMilano Centrale

2h 27m

09:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9705

from

7023 USD

2h 27m, Direct

07:15

MilanMilano Centrale

09:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

from

7023 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9705

Day trains

12:05

MilanMilano Centrale

2h 37m

14:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

Direct

EuroCity 31

from

6336 USD

2h 37m, Direct

12:05

MilanMilano Centrale

14:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

from

6336 USD

Direct

EuroCity 31

12:45

MilanMilano Centrale

2h 27m

15:12

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9727

from

5478 USD

2h 27m, Direct

12:45

MilanMilano Centrale

15:12

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

from

5478 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9727

Evening trains

18:13

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

2h 29m

20:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9753

from

5821 USD

2h 29m, Direct

18:13

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

20:42

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

from

5821 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9753

18:45

MilanMilano Centrale

2h 15m

21:00

VeniceVenezia Mestre

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9755

from

6680 USD

2h 15m, Direct

18:45

MilanMilano Centrale

21:00

VeniceVenezia Mestre

Secondary station

from

6680 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9755

First train

06:45

Last train

20:45

Travel duration

2h 25m

Daily departures

Departure station

Milan

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Venice

Ticket price

$26

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Milan to Venice Route Overview

The Milan to Venice rail corridor crosses Lombardy and Veneto, linking Italy's financial capital with the lagoon city without requiring a road transfer from the mainland. A distinctive part of the trip is the final approach across the Ponte della Liberta, the rail and road causeway over the Venetian Lagoon into Venezia Santa Lucia. High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains use compulsory seat reservations, while regional trains on this corridor do not have assigned seats. Travelers staying in Venice's historic center should choose Venezia Santa Lucia rather than Venezia Mestre, which is on the mainland.

Travel time

2h 25m

Train type

EuroCity

Frecciarossa

Fastest trip

2h 13m

Longest trip

3h 33m

Milan

Milan is northern Italy's main business and design center, with rail links radiating toward Turin, Switzerland, Bologna, Rome, and Venice. Most Milan to Venice trains depart from Milano Centrale, the city's main long-distance station northeast of the historic center and connected to metro lines M2 and M3.

Milano Lambrate

Station

Milano Centrale

Station

Milano Porta Garibaldi

Station

Milano Rogoredo

Station

2h 25m

Venice

Venice is built across lagoon islands and is reached by train over the causeway from Mestre. Venezia Santa Lucia station opens directly onto the Grand Canal in the Cannaregio district, with vaporetto stops outside for San Marco, Rialto, and the Lido.

Venezia Santa Lucia

Station

Venezia Mestre

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Frecciarossa trains on the Milan to Venice route usually offer Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive service levels, with assigned seats in all classes. Standard is the basic high-speed class, Premium adds larger seats and a light welcome service, Business has wider seating and quieter carriage options on selected trains, and Executive has very limited seating with the most space. Italo trains normally offer Smart, Prima, and Club Executive classes, with seat reservation included. Trenitalia regional trains use a simpler second-class ticket model on this corridor and do not include assigned seats.

from

$3752

Standard Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$4244

Premium Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$4899

Business Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$6210

Standard Class / Economy Fare

from

$6538

Premium Class / Economy Fare

from

$7685

Business Class / Economy Fare

from

$8029

Standard Class / Base Fare

from

$9012

Premium Class / Base Fare

from

$10487

Business Class / Base Fare

from

$17972

Executive Class / Economy Fare

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Frecciarossa and Italo passengers carry their own luggage onto the train. There is no airport-style check-in, so bags should be manageable on stairs, platforms, and bridges in Venice.

Luggage Allowance

Frecciarossa does not publish a fixed standard suitcase weight limit for regular passengers, but luggage must be safe to carry and store without blocking aisles or exits. Italo generally permits standard hand luggage and larger suitcases; in Smart class, very large items above 75 x 53 x 30 cm may be restricted on some services.

Storage Facilities

High-speed trainsets have overhead racks for small and medium bags, floor-level spaces between some seat backs, and luggage racks near carriage entrances. On busy Milan to Venice departures, board promptly if carrying a large case and keep valuables at your seat.

Special Items

Folding bicycles, skis, and musical instruments are normally accepted if packed and stored within luggage spaces without disturbing other passengers. Full-size bicycles require the specific train and ticket conditions that allow bike transport, which are more common on regional services than on high-speed trains.

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Milan to Venice Map

The Milan to Venice route runs east from Milano Centrale across the Po Valley toward Brescia and Verona, then continues through Vicenza and Padova before reaching Venezia Mestre. The final section crosses the Ponte della Liberta over the Venetian Lagoon to Venezia Santa Lucia. Lake Garda lies north of the line near Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and Peschiera del Garda, while the last minutes of the trip give views of lagoon water, rail yards, and the edge of historic Venice.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Frecciarossa

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 25m

Price from

$27

Departures

623

Rating

Train

EuroCity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 39m

Price from

$26

Departures

Rating

Train

Eurocity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 37m

Price from

$26

Departures

Rating

The train links Milano Centrale with Venezia Santa Lucia, so travelers arrive in the historic city without an airport bus, taxi, or mainland transfer. Buses between Milan and Venice are usually cheaper but take longer and often arrive at Mestre or Tronchetto rather than directly beside the Grand Canal. Flights from Milan to Venice are uncommon for local travel and require airport access at both ends, check-in time, and security, making total door-to-door time longer than the fastest high-speed train. Rail also has a lower emissions profile than flying on this short northern Italy route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 25m

$26-$183

Bus

Apprx.

4h 0m

$8-$35

Flight

Apprx.

1h 0m

$80-$250

Milan to Venice Bullet Train

Frecciarossa is usually the fastest Milan to Venice option, reaching up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on suitable high-speed sections and completing the trip in about 2 hours 13 minutes on the quickest departures. Italo also runs high-speed services on this corridor, with typical journey times around 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes depending on stops. Regionale Veloce trains are slower, normally taking about 2 hours 28 minutes or more, but they serve intermediate cities such as Brescia, Verona, Vicenza, and Padova with simpler ticketing. Frecciarossa offers Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive, while Italo uses Smart, Prima, and Club Executive. Operators: Trenitalia and Italo.

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FAQ about the Milan - Venice Route

How much is the train from Milan to Venice?

One-way Milan to Venice train fares start from about €13.90 ($15 USD) for advance or regional fares and can reach around €75 ($81 USD) for flexible high-speed fares in higher classes. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How do I book Milan to Venice train tickets?

Book Milan to Venice train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your date, selecting a Frecciarossa, Italo, or regional departure, and choosing the available class or fare type. Payment is completed online, and ticket details are sent by email. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and provides iOS and Android apps for managing trips.

How fast is the Milan to Venice high-speed train?

Frecciarossa and Italo trains can reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on suitable high-speed sections of the Italian network. Average speed is lower on the Milan to Venice route because trains share some classic-line sections and call at cities such as Verona, Vicenza, and Padova.

Is the Eurail or Interrail Pass valid from Milan to Venice?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Trenitalia trains between Milan and Venice, but Frecciarossa high-speed trains require a paid seat reservation. Pass use on Italo is not covered under the standard Eurail or Interrail pass conditions. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the train from Milan to Venice?

The fastest Frecciarossa trains take about 2 hours 13 minutes from Milano Centrale to Venezia Santa Lucia. Italo services are often around 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes, while regional services can take about 2 hours 28 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes depending on stops and schedule.

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