How to get to Vicenza: train, plane, car and bus

How to get to Vicenza

Vicenza, the city of Palladio and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enjoys a privileged position in the heart of the Veneto region, along the Milan-Venice rail and motorway corridor. This location makes the city easily accessible from all over Italy and abroad.

Getting to Vicenza by train

Vicenza station is an important hub on the Milan-Venice line, served by both high-speed and regional trains.

• From Venice Santa Lucia: regional trains every 20-30 minutes, approximately 45-75 minutes; Frecce high-speed in about 45 minutes
• From Padua: frequent regional trains, only 20-25 minutes
• From Verona Porta Nuova: regional trains in about 30 minutes, Frecce in 20 minutes
• From Milan Centrale: Frecce in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes; regional trains with a change at Verona in about 2 hours 30 minutes
• From Rome Termini: direct Frecce in approximately 3 hours 30 minutes
• From Bologna: Frecce in approximately 1 hour 15 minutes

The station is about a 10-minute walk from the historic centre and the Teatro Olimpico, along Corso Andrea Palladio.

Getting to Vicenza by plane

Vicenza does not have its own commercial airport, but is well served by regional airports.

• Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN): approximately 55 km, reachable by train (Verona + regional) in about 1 hour 15 minutes or by car in 45 minutes
• Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): approximately 75 km, connected via train from Venice Mestre in about 1 hour; ATVO bus to Mestre then train
• Treviso Canova Airport (TSF): approximately 80 km, shuttle bus to Venice Mestre then train
• Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY): approximately 200 km, train connection with a change at Brescia or Verona

For intercontinental flights, Venice Marco Polo Airport is the best choice. For European low-cost flights, Verona Villafranca and Treviso Canova offer excellent alternatives.

Getting to Vicenza by car

Vicenza sits on the A4 Turin-Trieste motorway and connects to the A31 Valdastico.

• From Venice: A4 towards Milan, Vicenza Est or Vicenza Ovest exit, approximately 75 km (50 minutes)
• From Verona: A4 towards Venice, Vicenza Ovest exit, approximately 55 km (35 minutes)
• From Padua: A4 towards Milan, Vicenza Est exit, approximately 35 km (25 minutes)
• From Trento: A31 Valdastico southbound, Vicenza Nord exit, approximately 100 km (1 hour)
• From Milan: A4 towards Venice, Vicenza Ovest exit, approximately 200 km (2 hours)

The historic centre is partly a restricted traffic zone. Main car parks include Parcheggio Verdi (near the Teatro Olimpico), Parcheggio Cricoli and the Stadio Menti car park with free shuttle on weekdays.

Getting to Vicenza by bus

The bus station is adjacent to the railway station.

• FlixBus connects Vicenza with Rome, Florence, Bologna, Milan, Naples and several European cities
• SVT (Società Vicentina Trasporti) operates provincial connections to Bassano del Grappa, Schio, Thiene, Asiago and the Palladian villas in the area
• Seasonal services to the Asiago Plateau in summer and ski resorts in winter

Getting around Vicenza

Urban public transport is managed by SVT.

• Urban bus network with single tickets valid for 75 minutes
• The historic centre is compact and easily explored on foot: from the Teatro Olimpico to Piazza dei Signori takes about 5 minutes
• Cycle path along the Retrone river and bike sharing service
• To visit the Palladian villas outside the city (Villa La Rotonda, Villa Valmarana ai Nani), bus line 8 from the centre is convenient, or you can rent a bicycle

Vicenza's pedestrian centre is one of the most elegant in the Veneto: Corso Palladio, the Basilica Palladiana and Piazza dei Signori are all reachable on foot from the station in under 15 minutes.

Practical tips

Vicenza is an ideal base for exploring the Veneto region. Its central position on the railway line allows day trips to Verona, Padua and Venice. For international visitors, the recommendation is to fly into Verona or Venice and then take a direct train.

To plan your stay, also check our guides on where to stay in Vicenza, what to see in Vicenza in 2 days and where to eat in Vicenza.