Train from Milan to Venice

🇮🇹 Milan → 🇮🇹 Venice

Straight-line Distance

243 km

E (90.1°)

Rail Distance

~316 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 18m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

56.4 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 5.4 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 61.7 kg

Taking the train saves 56.4 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

High-Speed Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Milan

🇮🇹

Destination

Venice

Journey Tips

Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains run frequently on this Lombardy-to-Venice route, crossing the broad Po Valley plain. The service is a convenient and fast connection between Italy's financial capital and its most romantic city. First class on Frecciarossa is a worthwhile upgrade for its comfortable Business class seats and complimentary catering.

Scenic Highlight

The approach to Venice across the Venetian Lagoon causeway, with the shimmering water on both sides and the skyline of the Serenissima emerging ahead, is one of Europe's most memorable rail arrivals.

Booking Tip

Book Trenitalia or Italo tickets in advance via their respective websites; this is one of Italy's most popular tourist routes and trains fill quickly in summer months.

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Continue Your Journey

Continue from Venice

🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 383 km 🇨🇭 Sion 394 km 🇨🇭 Aigle 426 km 🇨🇭 Altdorf 326 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 302 km

Also from Milan

🇨🇭 Aigle 196 km 🇨🇭 Sion 165 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 157 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 138 km 🇨🇭 Andermatt 136 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Milan to Venice takes approximately 1h 18m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~316 km using a high_speed service.

The estimated rail distance from Milan to Venice is approximately 316 km (243 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.

Travelling by train from Milan to Venice emits approximately 5.4 kg of CO2, compared to 61.7 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 56.4 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.

The route from Milan to Venice typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.

Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Milan and Venice.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27