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There are 7 ways to get from Cinque Terre to Venice by train, bus, night train, car or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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Train via Florence

  1. Take the train from La Spezia Centrale to Pisa Centrale
  2. Take the train from Pisa Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.
  3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Venezia S. Lucia

Bus

  1. Take the bus from La Spezia Chiosco Palme Viale Italia to Bologna Centrale
  2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Venice

Train

  1. Take the train from La Spezia Centrale to Padova

Night train, bus

  1. Take the night train from La Spezia Centrale to Padova
  2. Take the bus from Stazione Padova to Venezia

Drive

  1. Drive from Cinque Terre to Venice

Drive to Florence, fly

  1. Drive from Cinque Terre to Florence
  2. Fly from Florence (FLR) to Venice (VCE)

Train to Genoa, fly

  1. Take the train from Levanto to Genova Brignole
  2. Fly from Genoa (GOA) to Venice (VCE)

Cinque Terre to Venice by train

159 Weekly Trains
5h 48m Average Duration
€31 Cheapest Price
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The cost-effective way to get from Cinque Terre to Venice is to bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 43m.

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The quickest way to get from Cinque Terre to Venice is to drive which costs €60 - €95 and takes 4h 2m.

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No, there is no direct train from Cinque Terre to Venice. However, there are services departing from Corniglia and arriving at Venezia S. Lucia via La Spezia Centrale, Pisa Centrale and Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

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The distance between Cinque Terre and Venice is 253 km. The road distance is 385.8 km.

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The best way to get from Cinque Terre to Venice without a car is to train via Florence which takes 5h 48m and costs €30 - €130.

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It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Cinque Terre to Venice, including transfers.

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Cinque Terre to Venice train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from La Spezia Centrale station.

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The best way to get from Cinque Terre to Venice is to train via Florence which takes 5h 48m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 43m.

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There is no direct flight from Florence Airport to Venice Airport. The quickest flight takes 2h 50m and has one stopover.

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Cinque Terre to Venice train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia S. Lucia station.

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Map of how to get from Cinque Terre to Venice.
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  • Distance: 253.2 km
  • Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Cinque Terre, Italy and Venice, Italy?

You can take a train from Cinque Terre to Venice via La Spezia Centrale, Pisa Centrale, and Firenze S.M.N. in around 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cinque Terre to Venice via La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia Via Fiume, Via Chiodo Giardini, La Spezia Chiosco Palme Viale Italia, and Bologna Centrale in around 7h 43m.

Airlines
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Rome
Ave. Duration
3h 26m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€120 - €360
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Rome
Ave. Duration
3h 26m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€95 - €350
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 13m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€460 - €1200
Flights from Florence to Venice via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
4h 5m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€460 - €1200
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 57m
When
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price
€390 - €1500
Air France
Website
airfrance.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Rome
Ave. Duration
2h 50m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€120 - €360
Flights from Florence to Venice via Paris Charles de Gaulle
Ave. Duration
4h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€370 - €5000
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Rome
Ave. Duration
3h 10m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€95 - €350
Air Dolomiti
Website
airdolomiti.it
Flights from Florence to Venice via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 13m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€460 - €1200
Swiss
Website
swiss.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Zurich
Ave. Duration
4h
When
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
€420 - €1300
KLM
Website
klm.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Amsterdam Schiphol
Ave. Duration
5h 12m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€460 - €1800
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Genoa to Venice via London Stansted
Ave. Duration
5h 45m
When
Saturday
Estimated price
€40 - €550
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Naples
Ave. Duration
6h
When
Monday and Friday
Estimated price
€60 - €550
Austrian Airlines
Website
austrian.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Vienna
Ave. Duration
3h 30m
When
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€380 - €950
Volotea
Website
volotea.com
Flights from Florence to Venice via Lyon
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Thursday
Estimated price
€70 - €370
Vueling Airlines
Website
vueling.com
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Barcelona
Ave. Duration
6h 45m
When
Wednesday and Saturday
Estimated price
€110 - €650
Albawings
Website
albawings.com
Flights from Genoa to Venice via Tirana
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Sunday
Estimated price
€35 - €250
Train operators
Trenitalia Intercity
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from La Spezia Centrale to Pisa Centrale
Ave. Duration
54 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€6 - €9
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€6 - €9
Train from Levanto to Genova Brignole
Ave. Duration
1h 4m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€6 - €9
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€6 - €9
Trenitalia Frecce
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from La Spezia Centrale to Pisa Centrale
Ave. Duration
48 min
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€9 - €45
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€9 - €14
Base Standard
€23 - €35
Base Premium
€30 - €45
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Venezia S. Lucia
Ave. Duration
2h 14m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€21 - €70
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€21 - €28
Base Standard
€40 - €55
Base Premium
€50 - €70
Trenitalia
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from La Spezia Centrale to Pisa Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 19m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€6 - €12
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€10 - €12
Train from Pisa Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.
Ave. Duration
1h 22m
Frequency
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price
€6 - €12
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€10 - €12
Train from Levanto to Genova Brignole
Ave. Duration
1h 31m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€5 - €10
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€9 - €10
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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ItaloTreno
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Stazione Santa Maria Novella to Venezia Santa Lucia
Ave. Duration
2h 16m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€18 - €55
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€21 - €29
Smart Low Cost
€18 - €23
Smart Flex
€40 - €55
Nightjet
Phone
+43 51717
Website
nightjet.com
Train from La Spezia Centrale to Padova
Ave. Duration
6h 31m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€40 - €210
Website
https://www.nightjet.com/en/#/home
Sleeper Carriage
€140 - €210
Couchette Carriage
€85 - €120
Seating Carriage
€40 - €65
Bus operators
Marino Autolinee
Phone
+39 080 3112335
Email
info@marinobus.it
Website
marinobus.it
Bus from La Spezia Chiosco Palme Viale Italia to Bologna Centrale
Ave. Duration
2h 35m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€22 - €30
Website
https://marinobus.it/en/
FlixBus
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Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Venice
Ave. Duration
2h 35m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€14 - €20
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Itabus
Phone
+39 06 88 93 82 32
Website
itabus.it
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Ave. Duration
2h 10m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€1 - €12
Website
https://www.itabus.it/en/home

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