- 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
$95
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 57 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lucerne to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Venice will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lucerne for Venice on Fri, Jul 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 357 km distance in an average of 8 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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 Lucerne 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 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price | $288 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg 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 Lucerne to Venice:
A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Venice costing on average $122.
A bus is $220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Venice costing on average $288.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $68 compared to roughly $107 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39. The journey takes 7h 20m versus 5h 31m 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 09:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Venice buses for today, Thursday, July 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 | 1:10 PM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 9h30 | 10:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 7h30 | 9:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 8h40 | 10:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 9h25 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 9h55 | 5:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 10h00 | 8:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 9h40 | 8:25 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lucerne to Venice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 35 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.
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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.
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Piazzale Roma -> St. Mark's Square, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Venice buses use the Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
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