- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Levanto to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Levanto to Venice will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 6 buses that leave Levanto for Venice on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 256 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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 train as it is the most popular option from Levanto to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. 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 train costs an average of $40, and a bus costs an average of $39.
Distance: 159 miles (256 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Levanto to Venice:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Levanto to Venice costing on average $53 (€44).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€44) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€15). The journey takes 5h 15m versus 3h 56m 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 12:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
The table below shows live departures for Levanto to Venice buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:55 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h20 | 5:15 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h00 | 4:55 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h35 | 9:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 6h55 | 9:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Sestri Levante, Piazza Italia | 10h00 | 1:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Lavagna, Via Aurelia (Stazione FS) | 9h50 | 1:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Levanto to Venice run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 159 miles (256 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 159 miles (256 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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