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M9 - Museo del '900
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 6 buses that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Venice Mestre on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Venice Mestre take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54 (€44). The journey takes 3h 15m versus 2h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:07AM | Duration 4h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:29PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:29PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:29PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:29PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:19PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:19PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h35 | 2:55 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 5:29 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 6:29 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 7:29 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 8:29 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h59 | 10:19 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h59 | 11:19 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h55 | 5:35 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h15 | 7:10 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h15 | 8:10 AM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Venezia Mestre — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venezia Mestre trip today.
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Historic fortress complex with exhibition spaces, cultural programming, and occasional art installations in a large green setting.
Major cultural venue in Mestre hosting art exhibitions, photography shows, and local cultural events.
Mestre's main square, lined with shops and historic buildings, and the heart of daily city life.
Large waterfront park with skyline views toward Venice, popular for walking, cycling, photography, and sunset visits.
Historic pedestrian street in the old center, good for strolling between Mestre's main square and medieval landmarks.
Classic Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep seafood taste and lagoon identity.
A traditional Venetian dish of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts, balancing sweet and sour flavors.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, commonly served on bread or polenta and central to Venetian aperitivo culture.
Established contemporary restaurant in Mestre known for creative Italian cooking, polished service, and a more refined dining experience.
Well-known Mestre restaurant with a traditional Venetian focus, appreciated for seafood, meat dishes, and a warm local atmosphere.
Popular traditional osteria in Mestre recognized for classic Venetian and Venetian-mainland dishes in a casual, welcoming setting.
Moderate for northern Italy. Mestre is usually cheaper than Venice for hotels and casual meals, but tourist areas and transport can raise daily costs.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Small change is fine for cafes; round up taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre 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 Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Venice Mestre bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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