- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
6
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Innsbruck to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Venice will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 6 buses that leave Innsbruck for Venice on Mon, Jun 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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 train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $288.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price | $684 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Venice:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Venice costing on average $91 (€73).
A bus is $636 (€512) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Venice costing on average $684 (€551).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Flight takes on average 7h 40m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $66 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 4h 58m versus 4h 30m 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Venice buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:10 PM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h00 | 6:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:30 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h25 | 6:55 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 5h45 | 7:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 6h50 | 4:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 7h10 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Innsbruck to Venice run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:09 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Venice's premier museum for Venetian painting, with masterpieces by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, known for masterpieces of Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract art.
Venice's monumental main square, surrounded by major landmarks and one of the city's defining must-see spaces.
Venice's main waterway lined with palaces, best appreciated from bridges, vaporetto rides, and waterfront walks.
Colorful lagoon island famous for vividly painted houses and photogenic streets, especially popular with social media visitors.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins; a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval trading influences.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s best-known cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, giving it a rich sea taste and dramatic black color.
Small, celebrated seafood osteria near Saint Mark’s, prized for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and intimate service.
Respected traditional seafood restaurant in a hidden central lane, known for classic Venetian dishes and an old-school atmosphere.
Well-known Burano restaurant worth the trip for lagoon seafood, risotto, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Venice is pricey due to tourism and island logistics. Hotels and dining cost more than in many Italian cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated.
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