- 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
$182
Average price
$195
Fastest journey
29h 5m
Average duration
30h 28m
Buses per day
6
Distance
916 km
Omio 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 $108.
Distance: 706 miles (1137 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$180 Average price | $134 Average price Cheapest | $24 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 $47 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Venice costing on average $180 (€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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $250 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $230 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $241 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 29h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 43h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $230 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $241 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 31h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 33h36 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $251 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Venice buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h40 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h05 | 2:05 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h40 | 5:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h10 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h45 | 7:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h25 | 6:55 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 $108 (€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 $108 (€89) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 29h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
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.
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
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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 London 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 London to Venice buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Venezia, Tronchetto station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione). Use this guide to compare London and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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