Savona, Liguria to Venice, Veneto from $30: 7 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• On your journey from Savona to Venice, you will likely be traveling with Trenitalia or Italo. Trenitalia offers a range of onboard catering services, including snacks, light meals, and beverages available from their onboard staff or via a vending cart in certain classes. If you opt for Italo, they provide a bistro service offering a selection of sandwiches, salads, and drinks available for purchase.

• Trenitalia provides different seating options for this route: First Class (Business), which offers wider seats, power outlets, and complimentary snacks, and Standard Class (Economy), which is more budget-friendly but still comfortable. Italo offers a similar distinction with its Italo Comfort and Italo Smart classes, featuring spacious seats, Wi-Fi, and the option to purchase food and drinks onboard.

• When you arrive in Venice, your train will likely terminate at Venezia Santa Lucia station. Here, you can leave your luggage at the Left Luggage office, which is open daily, allowing you to explore the city unencumbered. The station has restrooms available, but showers are not provided. To navigate the city center, the fastest way is to exit the station and walk to the nearby Vaporetto (water bus) stop. The ‘Line 1’ Vaporetto takes you down the Grand Canal, stopping at many central points and is the quickest and most scenic way to reach the heart of Venice.