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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$55
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$55
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mestre to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mestre to Vatican will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Mestre to Vatican without transferring at least once.
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065 · 055Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mestre to Vatican among Omio's users.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$107 Average price (fuel + tolls) | ||
5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) | ||
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
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Take a bus from Mestre to Vatican and enjoy the approximately 247 miles (399 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:05.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Vatican — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vatican trip today.
A vast complex of papal collections with masterpieces from antiquity to the Renaissance. A global essential for art, history, and iconic galleries.
Home to Raphael’s fresco cycles, including The School of Athens. These rooms are among the Vatican’s greatest artistic highlights and a major museum draw.
This gallery presents maps of Italy in a long frescoed corridor. It is both visually striking and historically fascinating within the museum route.
This broad ceremonial piazza is Vatican City’s main gathering place, offering classic basilica views, fountains, and a powerful sense of scale.
Bernini’s embracing colonnades create one of the world’s great urban spaces. Walk here for architecture, symmetry, and changing light across the square.
The basilica dome terraces deliver one of Rome’s most famous viewpoints, with close-up architecture and sweeping city vistas.
Cacio e Pepe is a Roman pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is a local staple around Vatican City for its simplicity and strong regional identity.
Carbonara is pasta with egg, Pecorino Romano, guanciale, and pepper. It is one of Rome's most famous dishes and widely served in trattorias near the Vatican.
Amatriciana is pasta with tomato, guanciale, and Pecorino Romano. Though linked to Amatrice, it is a classic Roman favorite commonly eaten near the Vatican.
Traditional Roman trattoria in Prati known for pasta classics and a lively local atmosphere, convenient for Vatican visitors.
Long-established Roman restaurant near the Vatican serving cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and other regional staples in a classic setting.
Refined dining room in Prati with polished Roman and Italian dishes, strong wine list, and a more upscale atmosphere.
Very high tourist demand and limited lodging nearby make stays pricey. Dining is similar to central Rome, while transit costs are low if using Rome buses and metro.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine at cafés.
Official public transport app
Vatican City Railway Station -> Piazza Venezia
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