- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vatican to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Venice will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Vatican for Venice on Wed, Jun 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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 Vatican to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $206 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vatican to Venice:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vatican to Venice costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $181 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vatican to Venice costing on average $206 (€167).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 44m.
Bus takes on average 6h 57m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $83 (€67). The journey takes 6h 57m versus 6h 36m 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, Itabus.
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 12:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Venice buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
054 · 064 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h00 | 6:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h45 | 5:50 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h25 | 5:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 5:30 AM Vatican | 8h25 | 1:55 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Vatican | 6h50 | 5:10 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Vatican | 7h20 | 11:25 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vatican to Venice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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