The stunning  San Simeone Piccolo church is across the Grand Canal from Venezia S. Lucia

How to take the rail journey from Vienna/Wien to Venice/Venezia

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Wien / Vienna to Venezia / Venice / Venedig by train

This journey by train from Vienna/Wien to Venice/Venezia is near the top of Europe's must do journeys by train lists.
The two beautiful cities are connected by top tier day and night trains and the route between them is stunning!

Routes you can take to go from Wien / Vienna to Venezia / Venice / Venedig

When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.

Choose one of the following options:

Route Information

Option 1: travel by day
Travel Time (approx)

7hr 40min

Frequency

Daily

Travel Info

2 x trains per day


Is the journey from Vienna to Venice direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route


Is the journey scenic?
It is exceptional - check the 'Journey Information' for photos and videos.


What other tourist locations are along the route from Vienna to Venice?
Klagenfurt and the resort towns of the Worthersee - and Villach


When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Venezia S. Lucia?
After 14:00 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable


How easy is it to travel on from the station in Venice?
Santa Lucia station has a fantastic location on the Grand Canal and multiple boat bus routes arrive at the piers directly in front of the station - see the Station Guide for more information and easy access to booking accommodation in its neighbourhood.


When is the usual approximate latest departure from Wien Hbf?
Before 12:30 daily


How easy is it to get to the station in Vienna?
The U-bahn line 1 links the heart of the city to Wien Hbf
Lines S1, S2 and S3 of the city’s commuter train (S-Bahn network) all provide a useful link from the eastern areas of the city centre to Wien Hbf
See the Station Guide for more information, plus easy access to booking accommodation in its neighbourhood.


Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for this journey?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.


How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for this train?
Typically up to 4 months ahead of the travel date; though this period of time can be shorter, particularly when searching for journeys more than three months ahead during October and March.


What are the child ticket terms for this train?
Up to four children aged 15 and under can travel for free when accompanied by a fare paying Adult.


Does the ticket for this train include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.


Do rail pass users need to book reservations for this train?
Yes - See the rail pass reservation guide for info on the multiple booking options.


Is catering available on this train?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car and a restaurant car.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.


What else is good to know about Italian rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Italy.


What else is good to know about Austrian rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Austria.

Route Information

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