- 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.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 7 buses that leave Venice for Cortina d'Ampezzo on Thu, Aug 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 20 the direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
Venezia - Cortina Linea
Venezia - Cortina Linea
FlixBus
Regionale 3977+
Busitalia B0004
Regionale 3963+
Busitalia B0002
Venezia Cortina Commerciale · Venezia Cortina Commerciale
Venezia Cortina Commerciale · Venezia Cortina Commerciale
Venezia - Cortina Linea
Venezia - Cortina Linea
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo costing on average $23 (€18).
Other travel options to Cortina d'Ampezzo take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 2h 46m versus 2h 3m 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, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, 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 Busitalia | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator ATVO | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator ATVO | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo buses for today, Wednesday, August 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3977+ Busitalia B0004 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h35 | 5:15 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h00 | 9:30 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 20 | |||||
Regionale 3963+ Busitalia B0002 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h35 | 10:15 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 1 transfer | |
Venezia - Cortina Linea | 7:50 AM Venezia, Piazzale Roma | 2h45 | 10:35 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Venezia - Cortina Linea | 7:50 AM Venezia, Piazzale Roma | 2h50 | 10:40 AM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 0 transfersDirect | |
Venezia Cortina Commerciale · Venezia Cortina Commerciale | 10:20 AM Venezia, Piazzale Roma | 2h40 | 1:00 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma | 1 transfer | |
Venezia Cortina Commerciale · Venezia Cortina Commerciale | 10:20 AM Venezia, Piazzale Roma | 2h35 | 12:55 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Venice to Cortina d'Ampezzo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:09 AM |
Last bus 7:25 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.
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Piazza Roma -> Piazza Roma
If you’re seeking a leisurely way to fill your winter holidays, consider traveling from Venice to a ski resort in Cortina d’Ampezzo by bus. Buses from Venice to Cortina d’Ampezzo are offered by FlixBus and ATVO, with the latter offering the quickest bus journey to a ski resort in Cortina.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 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, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca). Use this guide to compare Venice and Cortina d'Ampezzo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Piazzale Roma 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 of the bus station.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Piazzale Roma.
Available at Venezia, Piazzale Roma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Piazzale Roma: 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.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes and restaurants are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma. ATMs are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma.
Ticket office support is available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma.
Available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Piazza Roma: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafés and eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca). ATMs are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca).
Ticket office support is available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca).
Available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Via Roma-hotel Dolomiti (Croce Bianca): Wheelchair access available.
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