- 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
$177
Average price
$246
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 30 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Venice will cost around $246 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $177.
It's difficult to get from London to Venice without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $111.
Distance: 706 miles (1137 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$185 Average price | $137 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 23m Average total duration 27h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Venice:
A flight is $48 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Venice costing on average $185 (€149).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 53m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 43h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $251 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 39h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $150 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Venice buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h40 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h20 | 4:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h15 | 4:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h30 | 5:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h45 | 7:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h10 | 8:40 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h00 | 9:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 33h00 | 9:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from London to Venice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 27h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€89) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 706 miles (1137 km) distance in 29h 35m.
Distance 706 miles (1137 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€89) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 29h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 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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Venice Piazzale Roma, Venice -> Venezia Santa Lucia, Venice
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