- Must visit
Museo all'Aperto della Grande Guerra Lagazuoi
This open-air First World War museum on Monte Lagazuoi preserves tunnels, trenches, and positions with striking views and strong historical impact.
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Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1h 40m
Average duration
2h 32m
Buses per day
3
Distance
115 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Cortina d'Ampezzo take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $40 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 2h 3m versus 1h 55m 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 ATVO, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Cortina Express.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator ATVO | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator ATVO | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 01:23PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h52 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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VENEZIA AIRLINK AV160 · Regionale Veloce 3977+ Busitalia B0004 | 1:23 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 3h52 | 5:15 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h05 | 9:30 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV004 · Regionale Veloce 3963+ Busitalia B0002 | 6:15 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 4h00 | 10:15 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 2 transfers | |
Caorle - Venezia - Cortina Linea | 8:20 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h20 | 10:40 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
Caorle - Venezia - Cortina Linea | 8:20 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 10:35 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Venezia - Cortina Linea | 8:20 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 10:35 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Venezia - Cortina Linea | 8:20 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h20 | 10:40 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
Caorle Cortina Commerciale | 11:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
Caorle Cortina Commerciale | 11:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 1h55 | 12:55 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 6:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Cortina d'Ampezzo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cortina d'Ampezzo trip today.
This open-air First World War museum on Monte Lagazuoi preserves tunnels, trenches, and positions with striking views and strong historical impact.
An open-air wartime site near the Cinque Torri area, where restored trenches and shelters help visitors grasp the mountain front of World War I.
The Regole d’Ampezzo’s main ethnographic museum presents Ladin culture, local history, crafts, and daily life in a beautifully curated alpine setting.
Cortina’s elegant pedestrian main street is lined with shops, historic buildings, and mountain views, making it the classic place for a central stroll.
The broad central square beside the basilica is a social heart of town, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and views of the iconic bell tower.
A celebrated high-altitude viewpoint and hike destination, famous for dramatic panoramas and one of the most photogenic scenes near Cortina.
Hearty barley soup with beans, potatoes, smoked pork and vegetables. A mountain staple of the Dolomites, prized for warmth and rustic Alpine flavor.
Small beetroot-filled ravioli often served with melted butter and poppy seeds. A classic Ladin dish linked to the Ampezzo and South Tyrolean Alpine tradition.
Fresh egg pasta with wild game ragù, often deer or venison. It reflects the hunting traditions and rich forest flavors of the Dolomite valleys.
Historic wood-lined restaurant known for Ampezzo classics, game dishes and warm traditional atmosphere in the center of Cortina.
Refined Michelin-starred dining inside Cristallo. Expect elegant Italian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service in a luxury mountain setting.
Traditional mountain restaurant with Ladin and Ampezzo specialties, including casunziei and game. Cozy alpine interiors and a long local reputation.
Cortina is pricier than many Italian mountain towns, with higher hotel, dining, and ski area costs, especially in peak winter and summer seasons.
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d'Ampezzo buses use the Venezia, Piazzale Roma to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma station pair, with some services arriving at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Croce Bianca. Use this guide to compare Venice Marco Polo Airport and Cortina d'Ampezzo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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