Porta Nuova Railway

The station building offers passengers a modern level of comfort, connecting high-speed lines linking Milan and Venice with regional routes. For the convenience of travellers, clear navigation, spacious halls, and well-developed infrastructure are provided.

Important for passengers: The station has several levels, but the main platforms (binari) are located on the ground level. Access to the tracks is provided via pedestrian subways equipped with lifts and escalators. The main entrance is located on the Piazzale XXV Aprile side, where the taxi ranks and bus terminal are also situated.

• Official website: rfi.it / trenitalia.com (general information and tickets)
• Address: Piazzale XXV Aprile, 37138 Verona VR, Italy
• Information desk phone: +39 06 68475475 (Trenitalia Call Centre, toll number)
• Opening hours: The station is open daily from 05:00 to 00:00 (closed for technical break at night)
• Luggage storage: KiPoint, located on the ground floor (usually near platform 1), open from 08:00 to 20:00
• Accessibility: Sala Blu service for assistance to passengers with reduced mobility (booking 24 hours in advance is recommended)

Getting to Verona Porta Nuova station is very simple, as it is a key hub for city logistics.

On foot: A straight and wide street, Corso Porta Nuova, leads from the station to the main attraction, the Arena di Verona. The walk will take about 15–20 minutes (approximately 1.5 km). This is a great way to immediately immerse yourself in the city's atmosphere.

Public Transport: Directly in front of the station exit is a large bus terminal. Routes No. 11, 12, 13, 51, 52 and many others will quickly take you to Piazza Bra (the centre). Tickets can be purchased at tobacco shops (Tabaccheria) at the station or from machines. The Aerobus shuttle to Verona Airport also departs from here (travel time ~15 minutes).

Taxi: The official taxi rank is located to the right of the main exit. A trip to the centre will take 5–10 minutes and cost on average 10–15 Euros.

The infrastructure of Verona Porta Nuova covers all the basic needs of travellers. In the central hall, there are ticket offices (Biglietteria) and numerous self-service machines that accept cards and cash.

Waiting areas are provided for train departures, and premium class passengers or loyalty card holders have access to the Freccia Club and Italo Club lounges. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station (registration required). To charge gadgets, it is best to look for sockets in the waiting rooms or cafés.

Other amenities include: paid luggage storage (Left Luggage), clean paid restrooms, a railway police station, a currency exchange point, and the Sala Blu assistance service for passengers with disabilities.

It is difficult to stay hungry at Verona Porta Nuova station. Inside the building, there are several cafés and food outlets, such as Chef Express and McDonald's, where you can grab a quick bite before your journey.

For a true Italian experience: visit any station coffee bar for an espresso and fresh pastry (brioche). This is the fastest and most budget-friendly option (coffee at the counter costs less). The average bill for breakfast is 3–5 Euros.

If you have time (30–40 minutes), it is better to exit to the station square or walk a little further along Corso Porta Nuova, where more authentic trattorias with local cuisine begin, although prices there may be higher than deeper in the city.

The history of the railway hub in Verona began in the mid-19th century. The original station was opened in 1851, becoming an important element of the connection between Venice and Milan, and later a strategic point on the route to the Brenner Pass.

During the Second World War, the station was heavily bombed and practically completely destroyed. The current building was designed by architect Roberto Narducci and opened in 1949. Its architecture reflects the rationalist style of that era.

In recent decades, the station has undergone massive renovation as part of the "Grandi Stazioni" project, which allowed for the modernization of retail spaces and improvement of passenger flows while preserving the historical appearance of the façade.

Tickets and Validation: If you are travelling on a regional train (Regionale) and have a paper ticket without a reserved seat, you must validate it in the green or yellow machines before boarding. This is not required for high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Italo) with assigned seating.

Arrival: It is recommended to arrive at the station 20–30 minutes before departure. Platform numbers for regional trains may be announced shortly before arrival, so keep an eye on the information boards.

Safety: As at any major station, watch your luggage and pockets, especially in crowds when boarding. The station closes at night, so do not plan to sleep in the waiting hall.

Transfers: Verona is a convenient point for transferring to trains heading towards Lake Garda (Desenzano, Peschiera) or the Dolomites (via Bolzano). Transitions between platforms are wide but require the use of stairs or lifts.