- 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
$82
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 17 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 11 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Venice on Fri, Jul 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 584 km distance in an average of 13 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 362 miles (584 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $281 Average price | $112 Average price | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 9m Average total duration 14h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice costing on average $112 (€92).
A bus is $209 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice costing on average $281 (€231).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 52m.
Bus takes on average 14h 39m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $158 (€129) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $86 (€70). The journey takes 14h 39m versus 9h 7m 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 FlixBus.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 12h30 | 8:00 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h05 | 5:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h45 | 4:50 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 11:15 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 15h05 | 2:20 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 13h35 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 15h35 | 8:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 14h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 362 miles (584 km) distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 362 miles (584 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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.
Official public transport app
Piazzale Roma -> St. Mark's Square, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Venice buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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