There are 4 ways to get from Sölden to Venice by train, night bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Verona • 5h 29m
€27 - €122
3 alternative options
Train • 7h 53m
€50 - €113
Train, night bus • 8h 50m
€34 - €45
Drive • 3h 50m
€45 - €70
Sölden to Venice by bus and train
The journey time between Sölden and Venice is around 10h 12m and covers a distance of around 472 km. The fastest journey normally takes 7h 45m. Operated by VVT, Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Railjet and others, the Sölden to Venice service departs from Sölden Postamt and arrives in Venezia S. Lucia. Typically nine services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Route overview
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Sölden to Venice bus and train schedules
Departing Friday, August 6, 2021
Departing Saturday, August 7, 2021
Departing Sunday, August 8, 2021
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Departing Wednesday, August 11, 2021
Departing Thursday, August 12, 2021
Austrian Railways (ÖBB)
Austrian Railways (ÖBB)
Austrian Railways (ÖBB)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Deutsche Bahn Eurocity
Deutsche Bahn Eurocity
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- 5-day mandatory quarantine and a negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival or 10 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine and COVID-19 test at the end of the isolation period
- Travellers with the Digital Green Certificate are exempt from the quarantine. Digital Green Certificate is proof that a person has been vaccinated against COVID-19, received a negative test result, or recovered from COVID-19
- Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- 5-day mandatory self-quarantine and COVID-19 test at the end of the isolation period
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- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
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- Inter-regional travel is permitted
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Venice is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Venice is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Venice is 1.5 metres.
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Sölden to Venice is to train and night bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 8h 50m.
The quickest way to get from Sölden to Venice is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 50m.
The distance between Sölden and Venice is 198 km. The road distance is 366.5 km.
The best way to get from Sölden to Venice without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs €45 - €120.
It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Sölden to Venice, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Sölden to Venice is 367 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sölden to Venice.
There are 1479+ hotels available in Venice. Prices start at €87 per night.
- Distance: 198.4 km
- Duration: 5h 29m
What companies run services between Sölden, Austria and Venice, Italy?
You can take a train from Sölden to Venice via Merano Meran, Bolzano Bozen, and Verona Porta Nuova in around 5h 29m.
Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €19 - €27
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €24
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 1m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 18m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10 - €21
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €18 - €21
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €17
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €15 - €17
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €55
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €14 - €20
- Base Standard
- €30 - €40
- Base Premium
- €35 - €55
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €50
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €12 - €17
- Base Standard
- €27 - €40
- Base Premium
- €35 - €50
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Bolzano to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €45
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €16 - €23
- Smart Low Cost
- €14 - €20
- Smart Flex
- €30 - €45
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Santa Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €13 - €40
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €15 - €22
- Smart Low Cost
- €13 - €19
- Smart Flex
- €28 - €40
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €19 - €35
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Westbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- Railjet
Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €18 - €25
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 37 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €17 - €24
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Oetztal to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Night bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Venice
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €20 - €25
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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