Which train station is best for Dolomites?

Getting to the Dolomites Train: Pieve di Cadore is very near a train station (Calalzo di Cadore, 10 minutes by bus or taxi) and San Candido has a train station (on a different line which does not interconnect and is convenient mainly if you are coming from northern Europe).



The best train station depends on which part of the Dolomites you're visiting, but Bolzano (Bozen) is the primary gateway for the Western Dolomites (Val Gardena, Alpe di Siusi). A supportive peer "transit" guide: if you're headed to the Eastern Dolomites (Val Pusteria or Alta Badia), the Bressanone (Brixen) or Fortezza stations are better for transfers. For those going to Cortina d'Ampezzo, you typically take a train to Dobbiaco (Toblach) or Calalzo di Cadore. In 2026, Bolzano remains the most popular "hub" because it’s a stop for high-speed Frecciarossa and EuroCity trains from Munich, Verona, and Venice. From Bolzano, a seamless network of regional buses and even cable cars can whisk you directly into the heart of the mountains, making it the most stress-free entry point for most international travelers.

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Nowadays, the nearest railway station is at Calalzo di Cadore, 35 km away. The through journey from Venice to Cortina takes about 3,5 hours (train+bus). On the north there is the Fortezza-Dobbiaco railway line. Transfer to Cortina by bus.

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Train. The nearest train station to Cortina d'Ampezzo is Calalzo di Cadore, about 45 minutes away by car. From Calalzo di Cadore, you can take a train to Venice or other major cities in Italy. Once you reach the train station, you can take a shuttle bus or a private transfer to Cortina d'Ampezzo.

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The main international airports closer to the Dolomites are the one in Venice (160km) and the one in Munich (Germany). There also are smaller airports in the region, in Treviso, Verona and Innsbruk (Austria). We recommend flying to Venice (Marco Polo) as a first choice. Once in Venice you can take a bus to Cortina.

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TO BOLZANO TRAIN STATION Bolzano is the gateway to the Dolomites and the largest city in the region. It's a beautiful, bustling town that feels more Austrian than Italian, and has some of the most incredible vistas in the world.

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Located in the Dolomites, Cortina d'Ampezzo is renowned as a luxurious ski resort. Properties with panoramic views of the mountains and in close proximity to the main shopping street Corso Italia and the ski slopes are particularly sought after. Apartments in the city centre cost up to 14,000 euros per square metre.

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Canazei Canazei is a small town located in the Fassa Valley region of the Dolomites. It's surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks and is a great base for climbing trips. There are plenty of accommodation options in Canazei, including hotels, B&Bs, and apartments.

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THE DOLOMITES ARE EXPENSIVE BUT ALSO AFFORDABLE WITH THESE TIPS. We're not going to lie, the Dolomites can be very expensive, and for many travellers, prohibitively so. Accommodation, especially in popular areas, can exceed €200 per night and will likely be your largest cost.

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It is the perfect tour for those who have only one day to visit the splendid Dolomites: you will travel in full “The Great Dolomites Road” from Bolzano to Cortina d'Ampezzo, with the best of the Western and Eastern Dolomites and all the most beautiful alpine lakes.

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Enjoy a private hiking tour through the Dolomites accompanied by a professional local guide. Hike safely and at a speed appropriate to your level of experience as you discover some of Italy's most beautiful scenery.

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Best Scenic Drives in the Dolomites
  1. The Great Dolomites Road (Grande Strada delle Dolomiti) The most famous road is the Great Dolomites Road stretches about 100 km long from Bolzano to Cortina D'Ampezzo.
  2. Gardena Pass. Best driven from Ortisei towards the Gardena Pass. ...
  3. Val Di Funes & St. ...
  4. Tre Cime & Lago di Braises.


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Belluno & the National Park of the Belluno Dolomites The ancient town of Belluno, with 37,000 inhabitants, is the most important town in the eastern Dolomites.

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The Dolomites are farther east and slightly north, concentrated around Trento/Bolzano. The mountains surrounding Lake Como are the Pre-alps or Alpine foothills. Looking north, up toward Colico from Bellagio, you can see part of the Bernina Range of the Alps. In a word no.

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