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Travel from one of the most romantic cities in Italy to the setting for the tragic story of Romeo and Juliet. Find out about taking the train from Venice to Verona.

Venice is a must-see destination in Italy, but make sure not to overlook Verona on your travels! Verona was the city Shakespeare chose as the setting for “Romeo and Juliet ,” and you can visit this destination easily by train.

Venice and Verona are only 71.5 miles (115 km) apart by train. Both driving and taking the train will take about the same amount of time, but the train allows you to have a simple and relaxing journey.

Frequent Trains from Venice to Verona

There are at least 55 trains each day from Venezia Santa Lucia  station bound for Verona Porta Nuova station. The trains connecting Venice with Verona  can take as little as 1 hour and 10 minutes.

The other option for direct trains from Venice to Verona are Regionale trains which make the journey in just under 1.5 hours. Tickets on this route begin at $11 for the Regionale trains, and can cost between $18-23 for the high-speed trains.

Note that weekends and holidays typically mean less frequent service and sometimes longer travel times.

Direct Trains from Venice to Verona

There are many options for direct trains from Venice to Verona, both with the high-speed and the local train so travelers should have no trouble finding a direct train departing for Verona at a time that suits their schedule. There are also trains on this route that require a train change along the way, so pay careful attention when you’re booking.

Amenities on Trains from Venice to Verona

Frecciabianca trains are the third-tier AV trains. They are very similar to Frecciarossa trains in terms of passenger experience, they are just not as fast. On the Frecciabianca trains, there are both 1st-class and 2nd-class cars. Passengers in 1st-class cars get a free drink and a newspaper. Frecciabianca trains sometimes have a cafe car which all passengers can use, and power outlets are in both class cars at each seat.

Venice and Verona Train Stations

Venice has two stations, Mestre and Santa Lucia. Mestre station is on the mainland, while Santa Lucia (sometimes shortened to S. Lucia) is on the island. If you are going to Santa Lucia, pay attention so that you don't get off too early at Mestre accidentally. Some trains stop at both Venice stations, while others stop at only Santa Lucia. Once at Santa Lucia, there's a vaporetto stop right outside the station on the Grand Canal.

Porta Nuova is Verona’s primary train station. It opens onto Piazzale 25 Aprile, which is also Verona’s main hub for city and regional buses. The train station isn’t right within the historic center, but there are frequent buses from the piazza into the center.

Journey Information

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This beautiful 1940s-50s train station boasts 16 platforms and sits across the lagoon, right on the Grand Canal.

Verona Train Station

The primary train station in the Veneto city of Verona is Verona Porta Nuova, opened in 1852. The station was rebuilt twice, the second time because it was destroyed in World War II, and the current building dates from the late 1940s.

Things To Do in Verona

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Murano and Burano Islands Boat Tour

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Hotels in Verona

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Ca’ Sagredo Hotel

Live like royalty when you stay at the elegant and refined Ca’ Sagredo hotel; every part of the hotel evokes opulence. Don't miss the splendid terrace overlooking the Grand Canal and the Rialto markets.

Corte di Gabriela Hotel

Tucked away off of a small street close to Campo Sant’Angelo, this boutique hotel is conveniently situated for easy access to the Rialto, Piazza San Marco and La Fenice Opera House.

Types of Trains in Italy

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Venice to Verona (day trip from Venice 2024)

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Are you thinking of doing a day trip from Venice to Verona?

When talking about Verona you can not think about Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy of Romeo and Juliet .

Even if the Juliet’s balcony and the Arena di Verona, the city’s Roman amphitheatre, attract thousands of visitors every single year, the city is not just about these attractions.

Verona has a remarkable historical city centre , declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its architecture and urban structure.

Verona is also known to be a romantic and fascinating destination in the Veneto region with its bridges over the Adige river , the medieval buildings and the lively narrow streets.

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Venice to Verona day trip

Here every era has left a mark, and if you’re currently spending a couple of days in Venice, Verona can make a great day trip from the city of bridges and canals .

In this post, I’ll explain how you can get from Venice to Verona for a day trip.

Where is Verona?

Verona is one of the most important cities in the Veneto region.

Located in north-east Italy the city is 121 kilometres away from Venice , 57 kilometres away from Vicenza and 96 kilometres away from Padua.

Not far from Verona, you can find the Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake and a few more points of interest such as the Valpollicella , famous for its wines, and Lessini Mountains , rich of prehistoric fossils.

Verona is also crossed by the Adige river, the second-largest Italian river.

Is Verona worth visiting?

There’s an abundance of reasons why you should visit Verona at least once!

Below are three reasons why I believe Verona is worth visiting:

• Verona is worth visiting for its incredible historical and architectural heritage . Its foundation dates back to the 1st century BC. and when walking around the streets of the city centre you can clearly identify the elements of each historical period. First to mention is the Arena , one of the better preserved Roman amphitheatre left, then the Scaliger Bridge , symbol of the Scala family’s influence on the city in the XI century and finally the beautiful Piazza delle Erbe where on top of the column stands a sculpture of the St. Mark’s Lion, symbol of La Serenissima’s power, in the XIII century.
• Verona is the city of love , therefore a great destination if you’re travelling as a couple . This is because of the love story of Romeo and Juliet and also because Verona offers enchanting places to walk hand in hand with your other half. The first stop should be Juliet’s house and the balcony from which she looked out to converse with Romeo. The corridor towards Via Cappello , with thousands of promises of love is a must too. A few steps from there is Piazza delle Erbe, offering a splendid romantic atmosphere during sunset. For the most fearless, climb the Lamberti tower , the tallest building in the city.
• Verona is well-connected to other cities in the Veneto region and outside too, by car or train. In fact, it’s not more than 1 hour and a half away from cities like Milan, Mantua, Trento, Florence, Vicenza, Padua and Venice. There’s also the airport Villafranca-Valerio Catullo , only 20 minutes away from the city centre, connecting Verona, not only to the main Italian cities but also to European cities like London, Athens, Dublin, Amsterdam and many more!

If you’re still wondering whether Verona is worth visiting or not, why not take a look at my dedicated guide that gives even more reasons why I believe it is worth your time?

How far is Verona from Venice?

Verona is 121 kilometres away from Venice which corresponds to 1 hour and 15 minutes drive .

Getting from Venice to Verona is pretty straightforward whether you decide to hire a car and drive all the way to the city of Romeo and Juliet or take a train to Verona Porta Nuova, the main railway station in Verona.

The two cities are connected with more than 70 trains every single day. There’s also the option to travel by bus if you want to save some money and the journey will be 15/20 minutes longer than by the train one.

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How to get from Venice to Verona

Let’s now find out how to get from Venice to Verona by train, by car, by bus or if you want to join a private day tour and the best way to save money and time.

Train from Venice to Verona

If you decide to get a train from Venice to Verona, it’s important to remember that the two railway stations from where you’ll leave and arrive are called Santa Lucia (Venice) and Porta Nuova (Verona) . I recommend that you read more about the train stations in Venice if you feel like you need more detailed information.

The train station Verona Porta Nuova is 18 minutes walk from the heart of the city.

From Venice, there are nearly 100 trains connecting the two cities. You can either choose to get a direct regional, fast regional or high-speed train.

Let’s look at the pros and cons of each option:

• Regional train: these trains are the cheapest option to get from Venice to Verona. The journey lasts 2 hours and 22 minutes and the ticket cost is 9,70 euros one way which is the same price that you’d pay for the fast regional train. Hence, a regional train is the option to avoid.
• Fast regional train: is the same price as the regional train, but the journey lasts 1 hour and 28 minutes. This is a cheap and fast way to get to Verona.
• High-speed train: you can also get the Freccia Argento train and arrive in Verona in just 1 hour and 12 minutes. This is the fast option, however, the ticket price is almost double the cost of the regional and fast regional train.

💡 Smart Travel Tip: There are two companies providing the train service called Trenitalia and Italo. Always check both websites and the best deals they offer.

Venice to Verona by car

If you want to have complete flexibility and stop along the way from Venice to Verona, you can also hire a car and drive to your destination.

I always recommend checking the rental car prices before leaving to try to get the best price with the best car hiring company.

If you’re driving from Venice city centre (Piazzale Roma), first get on Mestre’s Tangenziale from Via della Libertà , then take A4/E70 motorway to Via Flavio Gioia in Verona for 105 kilometres and take exit Verona Sud from A4/E70.

Finally, take Viale delle Nazioni, Viale del Lavoro and Viale del Piave to Corso Porta Nuova to get to the city centre.

The free parking spaces in Verona are called Porta Palio car park, Piazzale Guardini and Piazzale Olimpia. They’re not exactly in the city centre, but 15/20 minutes away from it.

There are also multiple paid parking spaces closer to the city centre, the biggest ones are Cittadella car park, Parking Arena and Court Parking.

Bus from Venice to Verona

If you’re a solo traveller and travelling on a budget, you can also take into consideration the idea of getting from Venice to Verona by bus.

There are two companies providing the service from Venice or Mestre: Flixbus and Itabus . If leaving from Venice you should get to the Tronchetto car parking area from where the coach leaves, if you’re in Mestre , from the railway station .

They are both direct services and it can take between 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and 45 minutes, depending on the bus you selected. The cheapest price you can find for a one way ticket is 5,99 euros with Flixbus and 7 euros with Itabus.

The arrival bus station in Verona is Porta Nuova , close to the railway station.

The bus is the cheapest way to arrive to Verona but it can take a bit longer compared to the train, which is also a lot more comfortable. These buses provide comfortable seats, free Wi-Fi, outlets and WC on board.

Tour from Venice to Verona

In case you don’t want to hire a car or get on public transport to reach Verona, then joining a day tour can be the best option!

Why not check out this amazing Verona & Amarone Tour which is the ideal way to spend a day outside the lagoon city and visit the romantic Verona and outskirts?

This is all without having to think about how to get there. Note that the meeting point is near Piazzale Roma in Venice, where the minivan leaves from.

The tour includes the free time to visit Verona, a guided visit to a historical winery and its vineyard in the Valpolicella wine region, Italian and English-speaking driver and round trip from and to Venice.

This tour is a great way to not just visit the city in total freedom but also explore places like the Valpollicella, which can be difficult to reach by public transport, accompanied by a local expert.

Best way to travel from Venice to Verona

From my personal point of view, the best way to travel from Venice to Verona is by fast regional train .

Considering the amount of trains leaving throughout the day, the comfortable service provided by Trenitalia and the quick ride, choosing the train is a no-brainer.

You won’t have to think about car parking space but only walk from the railway station to the historical city centre and start exploring!

Venice to Verona FAQs

Here are some questions people ask when visiting Verona from Venice:

Is Verona worth a day trip from Venice?

Yes, Verona is worth a day trip from Venice. If you have enough time to spend in Venice and can explore other cities in the Veneto region, Verona should be on your top list. The main attractions like the Arena, the Juliet’s Balcony and Piazza delle Erbe are all located in the historic centre and you can visit them plus many other landmarks in one day.

Is Verona a walkable city?

Yes, in Verona you can move around on foot to reach all its popular attractions. Verona is a compact city and its historic centre is fairly small. This means that you can literally walk everywhere and visit the main piazzas, the amphitheatre and castle in 24 hours.

Is Verona safe to walk at night?

Yes, Verona is one of the safest cities in northern Italy and it shouldn’t be a concern of yours to walk around at night. Like in other cities in Europe, it’s advisable to take the usual precautions and remain alert at all times of your surroundings. Verona is also safe both during the day and at night for solo and female travellers.

What is the best part of Verona to stay in?

Getting from Venice to Verona

Now you should know how to get from Venice to Verona for a day trip or even to spend a night or two to fully enjoy all the best that this city has to offer.

If you’re spending more than two days in Venice and looking to explore more places in the Veneto’s region, Verona should be on your top list.

If you are lucky enough to have more time in the region and you’re looking for other possible day trips from Venice , you can get more inspiration from this site.

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A Perfect Day Trip from Venice to Verona by Train

Are you considering taking a day trip from Venice to Verona by train?

This is an easy and rewarding day trip and as I have taken this journey a few times, I can help you on your way. With just a little planning, you can hit the highlights of Verona like a travel ninja.

Get the lowdown in my guide to taking a day trip to Verona from Venice, which covers how to get there and what to do.

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• Distance from Venice to Verona: 66 miles
• Journey time : From 1 hour 12 minutes
• Cost of train ticket: From €9 one-way

Why Do a Venice to Verona Day Trip?

Venice is one of the greatest cities in the world. But fame and beauty go hand-in-hand with crowds, inflated prices and mediocre food and service.

It’s good to escape La Serenissima for a day to experience a different, less touristy Italian city. With its wealth of historical, architectural and artistic treasures, Verona is a fabulous destination . 

As Verona is the setting for Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers , the city has become a symbol of romance across the globe. Literary connections notwithstanding, Verona is famous for its Roman ruins, including the immense Roman Arena, which is the majestic setting for the renowned annual opera festival.

And as it is a relatively compact city, it is very walkable. This makes it easy to explore Verona in a day , including the world-famous Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony.

My top travel tip!

Avoid taking a day trip to Verona on a Monday. Many of its main attractions are closed on this day of the week.

How to Get from Venice to Verona by Train

Trains depart from Venezia Santa Lucia and arrive at Verona’s Porta Nuova station.

Trenitalia, Trenord and Italo operate frequent services between the cities. If you travel on a Trenitalia or Italo high-speed train you will be in Verona in as little as one hour.

Take a look at prices and timetables for Trenord / Trenitalia here and for Italo here . However, it may be easier to check fares and times across both operators here .

High-speed trains

High-speed train services between Verona and Venice are provided by Italo and Trenitalia ( Frecciarossa trains)

Regardless of which operator you choose, these services are comfortable and fast. The journey time is just over one hour with both operators.

As both operators have fixed allocations of seats in the lower fare classes, you will pay more the closer you get to your travel date.  

Regional trains

Trenord operates frequent regional trains between Venice and Verona. These come in two different flavours: Regionale (R) and Regionale Veloce (RV) trains.

As fare prices are fixed , there is no advantage in booking in advance. The prices of Regionale and Regionale Veloce trains are identical.

Regionale Veloce is an excellent alternative to the high-speed Frecciarossa  trains for your day trip to Verona from Venice. Fares can be significantly cheaper and you don’t need to book your ticket in advance.

The Regionale Veloce trains will get you to Verona in 90 minutes , just 16 minutes slower than the Frecciarossa service. Trains are usually new, comfortable and may be “double-decker,” allowing you to enjoy the views from the upper level.

I don’t advise taking a Regionale train. These trains take 2 hours and 22 minutes to get from Venice to Verona, stopping at every stick and gate post along the way.

Don’t forget to stamp your ticket in one of the machines before boarding a regional train service.

Getting to Venice Santa Lucia Train Station

It’s a 30-minute walk from St. Mark’s Square to Venezia Santa Lucia train station. Alternatively, you can take a vaporetto, alighting at Ferrovia .

The train station is closer Cannaregio or Santa Croce districts of the city.

Getting from Verona Porta Nuova Train Station

Verona’s Porta Nuova train station is a 15-minute walk from the Roman Arena.

Getting Around Verona

The best way to get around Verona is on foot. But if you are feeling weary, city buses are also available.

Tickets for the green and blue ATV buses are sold at bus stations and newsagents. You can also buy tickets on board the bus, but these are more expensive. Find out more here .

You can also explore Verona on a bike, including a guided bike tour , and on a  hop-on-hop-off bus .

What to See in Verona

As with any city, don’t try to shoehorn too much into your day. Pick a handful of things to see on your Venice to Verona day trip and stick with them.  

The Verona Card saved me a ton of money and should be good value for most travellers, even if you are only visiting three sites. This city pass includes a skip-the-line ticket for the Arena di Verona.

You can buy the Verona Card from various places across the city, including the train station and the Tourist Office on Piazza Bra. I bought my card online before my visit.

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1. Arena di Verona

Dating from the 1 st Century AD, the Roman Arena is the jewel in Verona’s crown. Measuring 466 by 400 feet, this was the eighth-largest amphitheatre in the Roman Empire and the fourth-largest in Italy.

Verona was an important Roman city and this is where up to 30,000 of the city’s residents would cheer gladiator duels. Today’s audiences watch plays and concerts and attend the world-famous Verona Opera Festival .

Climb the steps to the seats at the top of the Arena for fabulous views of Verona and beyond.

To beat the crowds, this is one attraction for which a guided tour with a skip-the-line ticket is worth considering. A fast-track ticket for the Arena is also included in the Verona Card .

2. Juliet’s House

Incurable romantics from across the globe come here to grope Juliet’s bronze breast, said to bring good fortune in love.

But if you want to blow kisses from Juliet’s balcony, you need to pay a small fee to visit Juliet’s House. Inside, the house is nothing special but displays costumes and props used in Franco Zeffirelli’s Romeo and Juliet , including a bed.

3. Scaliger Tombs

Verona was ruled by the powerful Scaliger family from 1277 until 1387. The Scaligeri were to Verona what the mighty Medici were to Florence .

They are buried in lacy 14th-century Gothic tombs enclosed by a wrought iron fence.

4 St. Peter’s Bridge (Ponte Pietra)

Ponte Pietra is Verona’s sole surviving Roman bridge. Just.

St. Peter’s Bridge suffered bomb damage in World War II and was rebuilt with slabs of marble fished out of the Adige River.

There are fabulous views of Verona from both ends of the bridge. The fortress of Castello San Pietro , crowns the hillside on the opposite side of the river to the historic core. Beneath this is the Roman Theatre and Archaeological Museum which are well worth a visit if you can squeeze it into your day trip.

5. Castelvecchio

Although squeezing the Castlevecchio art gallery into your Verona day trip may be ambitious, it’s worth taking a look at this medieval castle from the outside. Built by the Scaligeri in the 14 th century as both a residence and fortress, it has ramparts with crenellated parapets and an internal moat.

6. Verona Cathedral

Visit Verona Cathedral for the Romanesque carvings on its façade and the baptistery’s font carved with eight biblical scenes.  It is also home to Titian’s Assumption.

7. Basilica di Sant’Anastasia

Consecrated in 1497, the light-filled Basilica di Sant’Anastasia is my favourite of Verona’s historic churches . Its important works of art, include St. George and the Princess (1438) by Pisanello, above the chapel to the right of the main altar.

Don’t leave before touching the hump of the grimacing hunchbacks near the entrance. It’s said to bring good luck.

8 Lamberti Tower

Climb Lamberti Tower for views of Verona you won’t forget. This bell tower was built in the 12 th Century and stands 84 metres high.

9. Piazza dei Signori

Piazza dei Signori is one of the loveliest squares in Northern Italy. Linked by arches – try to spot the whale’s rib hanging over one of them –  its elegant buildings span five centuries.

Taking centre stage is a statue of a pensive Dante Alighieri (locals call the square Piazza Dante). The Scaliger family granted him asylum in Verona after he was kicked out of Florence by the pope.

10. Piazza del Erbe

Once the site of the Roman Forum, Piazza del Erbe has been the focal point of civic life in Verona for millennia. A basin from the Roman baths was recycled in the square’s Fountain of Madonna Verona, a symbol of the city.

This is also the perfect place to stop for an Aperol Spritz at the end of your day in Verona.

Wine Tasting in Verona

Did you know that in and around Verona is one of the best areas for wine tasting in Italy? So if you have a bit more time on your hands, why not join one of the great wine-tasting tours in Verona? Better still, choose one that combines a guided tour of the city with trying local food and win. READ THIS NEXT: Wine Tasting in Verona, Italy: 7 Fabulous Wine Tours

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