How to travel from La Spezia to Ventimiglia, Italy

The distance between La Spezia and Ventimiglia is around 225km (140 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 50m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from La Spezia to Ventimiglia by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out VentimigliaLa Spezia if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Genova P.Za Principe and then to Ventimiglia.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €24($24)

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Bus

Take the bus to Ventimiglia.

  • Duration5h 35m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €19($19)
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Lirosi Linee

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Drive

Drive to Ventimiglia.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance267km (166 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between La Spezia and Ventimiglia

There are several options for getting from La Spezia to Ventimiglia by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €18 ($18) and will take around 4h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €49 ($49).

The distance between La Spezia and Ventimiglia is around 225km (140 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 181km (112 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from La Spezia and Ventimiglia by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from La Spezia to Ventimiglia is to drive which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €49 ($49).

The cheapest way to travel between La Spezia and Ventimiglia, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €18 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between La Spezia and Ventimiglia. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between La Spezia and Ventimiglia with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 4h 50m.

Trenitalia run train services between La Spezia and Ventimiglia. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from La Spezia and Ventimiglia. It typically takes around 5h 35m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from La Spezia to Ventimiglia. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Ponzano Bivio. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 5h 35m.

Lirosi Linee run regular bus services between La Spezia and Ventimiglia. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 5h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from La Spezia to Ventimiglia. We recommend that you take the train to Genova P.Za Principe and then to Ventimiglia. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Ventimiglia is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) (GOA) which is approximately 121km (75 miles) from Ventimiglia. Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) (MXP) and Pisa International Airport (PSA) (PSA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from La Spezia and Ventimiglia. The distance is around 267km (166 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from La Spezia to Ventimiglia is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around €24 ($24).

How do I get from La Spezia to Ventimiglia

Compare travel optionsbetween La Spezia and Ventimiglia

Transport options from La Spezia to Ventimiglia
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3hrs
€24($24)
every 4 hours225km (140 miles)
Train to Ventimiglia4h 50m
€18($18)
once daily227km (141 miles)
Bus
5h 35m
€19($19)
3 times a week297km (184 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
€49($49)
on demand267km (166 miles)

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Airports near Ventimiglia

The following major airports near Ventimiglia offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

GOA
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
121km (75 miles) from Ventimiglia
MXP
Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP)
International Airport
Distance
222km (138 miles) from Ventimiglia
PSA
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
International Airport
Distance
225km (140 miles) from Ventimiglia