Santa Lucia Train Station

Santa Lucia is a major hub for both regional and long-distance trains. It connects Venice to cities across Italy, including Milan, Florence, Rome, and Verona.

Santa Lucia Train Station (Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia) is the main railway station in Venice, located on the northern edge of the city. It serves as a key transportation hub for both local and international travel and receives over 80,000 visitors per day.

Located directly on the Grand Canal, Santa Lucia Train Station is not just a transport hub but also a gateway to experiencing the beauty and charm of Venice. Its strategic location, efficient services, and easy access to water transport make it an essential stop for anyone travelling to or from the city. Whether you're heading to Venice for a day or planning a longer stay, Santa Lucia is a convenient starting point for your journey.

The current station was built in the 1940s and 50s on the site of the former church of Sanit Lucy. It features a neoclassical design, with a grand entrance and wide steps leading down to the canal. As such, it offers stunning views of the Grand Canal and the city. 

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From Santa Lucia Station to Venice Hotel: Private Water Taxi

Travel Curious is at your service for all of your Venice Transfers, to and from your centrally located hotel in the city.

Santa Lucia Station is the only railway station on the island of Venice, serving passengers arriving from all over Italy and beyond. The station is situated directly on the Grand Canal, making it easily accessible by water transport. The so-called Floating City is unique in the world in the sense that you will not find any cars on the islands and as a result, travelling by boat is the most convenient and scenic way to get to your hotel in Venice. Arranging for a private water taxi transfer ahead of time takes the stress out of the planning of your trip to Venice. It also gives you an exhilarating introduction to the charming canals of Venice as you cruise towards your accommodation and saves you from navigating Venice’s winding streets and bridges with luggage.

We understand that water taxis can be difficult to find and understand for those new to Venice so our friendly English-speaking assistant will be on hand to meet you on the train platform when you arrive at Santa Lucia Station. With a deep knowledge of the layout of Venice and its canals, they will escort you to your private water taxi which will take you directly to your hotel. We provide this ‘meet and greet’ facility in all train station pick-ups for our Venice Transfers, along with the safe handling of your luggage. We also offer a fixed-price service to ensure costs remain predictable and manageable. 

Private water taxis are the ideal option if you want to get to your hotel quickly, especially if you are short on time or have an evening arrival. Ultimately, a private water taxi offers a luxurious and convenient start to your stay in Venice, and it’s worth it if you’re looking for a special, hassle-free arrival.

From your Venice Hotel to Santa Lucia Station: Private Water Taxi

Travel Curious is at your service for all your Venice Transfers, to and from your centrally located hotel in the city.

Santa Lucia Station is the only railway station located on the island of Venice. It serves passengers arriving from and departing all over Italy and beyond. Situated directly on the Grand Canal, the station is easily accessible by water transport. The city of Venice is unique in the world because you will not find any cars on the islands. As a result, travelling by boat is the most convenient and scenic way to arrive and depart from your hotel in Venice. Arranging for a private water taxi transfer ahead of time takes the stress out of the planning of your departure from Venice. It also gives you one last glimpse of the charming canals of Venice as you cruise towards Santa Lucia and saves you from navigating Venice’s winding streets and bridges with all of your luggage.

We understand that busy train stations can be difficult to navigate for those unfamiliar with Venice so our friendly English-speaking assistant will be on hand to meet you at the water taxi stop and escort you inside Santa Lucia Station. With a deep knowledge of the layout of Venice, they will escort you from your private water taxi which will take you directly to your train platform. We provide this ‘meet and greet’ facility in all train station drop-offs for our Venice Transfers, along with the safe handling of your luggage. We also offer a fixed-price service to ensure costs remain predictable and manageable. 

Private water taxis are ideal if you want to get to the train station quickly, especially if you are short on time or have an evening departure. Ultimately, a private water taxi offers a convenient end to your stay in Venice, and it’s worth it if you’re looking for a scenic, hassle-free departure.

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