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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 Sep 19
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€41
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 34 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riomaggiore to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riomaggiore to Venice will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 buses from Riomaggiore to Venice, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 10 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riomaggiore to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Riomaggiore to Venice:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riomaggiore to Venice costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
Tickets start at around €47 compared to roughly €57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €10. The journey takes 6h 27m versus 3h 52m 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 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €39 |
The table below shows live departures for Riomaggiore to Venice buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:55 AM Riomaggiore | 6h20 | 3:15 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Riomaggiore | 6h55 | 4:15 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Riomaggiore | 6h20 | 4:15 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Riomaggiore to Venice run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore to Venice buses use the La Spezia, Via Giosuè Carducci to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Riomaggiore 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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