How much does a train ticket cost from Bologna to Venice?

The cheapest train tickets from Bologna to Venice start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bologna to Venice?

The average train journey time from Bologna to Venice is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators serve the Bologna to Venice route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 40 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia , Italo .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bologna to Venice?

The earliest train from Bologna to Venice departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 22:01.

Which is the best train operator from Bologna to Venice?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Venice?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bologna to Venice?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bologna to Venice?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Bologna to Venice from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Venice on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:10	Bologna Centrale	2h 10m	09:20	Santa Lucia	Cheapest
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 21m	09:42	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	Fastest
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:21	Bologna Centrale	1h 34m	09:55	Santa Lucia	No tags
Train	08:01	Bologna Centrale	1h 33m	09:34	Santa Lucia	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bologna to Venice

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Venice. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

81 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £94	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £118	Average duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £17	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bologna and Venice?

Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy

Venice

A
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
Stazione di Venezia Mestre, 30171 Venezia VE, Italy
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B
Santa Lucia
Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
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C
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy
Visit page
D
Porto Marghera
30172 Venezia VE, Italy
E
Carpenedo
Via Santa Maria dei Battuti 26, 30174 Venezia VE, Italy

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi2.3

Italo

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

IT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Venice by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bologna to Venice?
The cheapest train tickets from Bologna to Venice start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bologna to Venice?
The average train journey time from Bologna to Venice is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Bologna to Venice route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 40 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia, Italo.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bologna to Venice?
The earliest train from Bologna to Venice departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 22:01.
Which is the best train operator from Bologna to Venice?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Venice?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bologna to Venice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bologna to Venice?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£14

10/12

£14

Today

£14

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£14

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£14

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£14

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£14

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£14

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Venice was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bologna to Venice as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £77 for a train ticket from Bologna to Venice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Italo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.