- 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
$85
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
10h 0m
Average duration
13h 10m
Buses per day
8
Distance
478 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 301 miles (486 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $177 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg 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 Geneva to Venice:
A bus is $101 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Venice costing on average $168 (€138).
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Venice costing on average $177 (€145).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
Tickets start at around $67 (€55) compared to roughly $129 (€106) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $63 (€51). The journey takes 7h 32m versus 6h 15m 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, 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 Trenitalia | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 8h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:37PM | Duration 10h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:12PM | Duration 8h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h50 | 1:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h40 | 4:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h55 | 5:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 18h05 | 10:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 18h25 | 10:55 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h00 | 6:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h20 | 7:05 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
57201 · 4781 | 11:50 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 12h05 | 11:55 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h15 | 4:50 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h35 | 5:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Geneva to Venice run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:17, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (486 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 301 miles (486 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 12:17 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Venice buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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