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Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price on Oct 05
$156
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$198
Fastest journey on Oct 05
1 d 6 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
1 d 9 h 12 m
Buses on Oct 05
6
Distance
1416 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Venice will cost around $198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Venice without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Madrid to Venice run on average 11 times per day, taking around 29h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 879 miles (1416 km) distance in 25h 0m.
Distance 879 miles (1416 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 25h 0m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 42h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 34h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $125 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Venice buses for today, Sunday, October 4. 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 · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 35h00 | 10:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 35h20 | 10:55 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 34h56 | 10:55 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 34h36 | 10:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 30h40 | 1:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 32h10 | 5:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h55 | 4:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid to Venice buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Venice bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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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