- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price on Aug 30
$102
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$158
Fastest journey on Aug 30
15 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
17 h 2 m
Buses on Aug 30
10
Distance
762 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Venice will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 10 buses from Düsseldorf to Venice, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct buses cover the 762 km distance in an average of 17 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 20 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest buses will take 18 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, while a train costs an average of $193.
Distance: 473 miles (762 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price | $193 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 26m Average total duration 18h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Venice:
A bus is $28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Venice costing on average $120.
A bus is $101 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Venice costing on average $193.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 21m.
Bus takes on average 18h 56m.
You'll arrive about -8h -11m sooner (18h 56m by bus vs 11h 45m by car) and save roughly $-42.69 compared to fuel and tolls ($92 vs $50). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:27AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 21h28 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 36h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Venice buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h20 | 8:40 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h40 | 9:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h30 | 4:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h50 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h35 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h10 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h30 | 8:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h30 | 6:55 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h50 | 7:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Venice run on average 9 times per day, taking around 18h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $57 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:13, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 473 miles (762 km) distance in 15h 40m.
Distance 473 miles (762 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 40m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Peggy Guggenheim’s former home presents an outstanding modern art collection with Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí overlooking the Grand Canal.
Venice’s civic museum of art and history in Piazza San Marco, with neoclassical rooms, imperial apartments, and important city collections.
Venice’s monumental main square is framed by arcades, museums, and the basilica. It is the city’s ceremonial heart and a classic first experience.
The broad canal-side promenade east of San Marco offers open lagoon views, landmark hotels, and one of Venice’s best waterside walks.
This lively central district around the market and bridge mixes commerce, everyday Venetian life, and some of the city’s most photogenic canal scenes.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A classic Venetian bacaro snack with roots in lagoon trade routes.
Rice cooked with fresh peas, somewhere between soup and risotto. It is a beloved spring dish, especially linked to the feast of Saint Mark.
Soft white polenta topped with tiny lagoon shrimp. This seasonal cicchetto showcases Venice's historic connection to its lagoon seafood.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant in a historic palace, celebrated for elegant Venetian tasting menus and polished canal-side dining.
Historic, lively bacaro near Rialto known for creative cicchetti, seafood small plates, and a standing-room wine bar atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a broad Venetian menu, including sarde in saor and seafood risotto, in a comfortable classic dining room.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially near major sights. Hotels, dining, and canal transport raise costs, though cicchetti bars and off-center stays can help.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, but not required. Small taxi rounding and café change are enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Venice by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Venice buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
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