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M9 - Museo del '900
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Venice Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Venice Mestre will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Ancona for Venice Mestre on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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 Ancona to Venice Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Venice Mestre:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Venice Mestre costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Venice Mestre take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 40m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Venice Mestre trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 11:07 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 4h03 | 10:23 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 6:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 12:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:20 AM Ancona station | 4h03 | 11:23 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 4h38 | 12:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 1:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 8:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 2:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 9:25 AM Ancona station | 3h58 | 1:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:28 AM Ancona station | 3h55 | 2:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:40 AM Ancona station | 4h27 | 3:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce 3980 | 10:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 4:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:25 AM Ancona station | 3h58 | 3:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916+ Intercity 588 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 4h31 | 4:16 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 5h22 | 5:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 3h31 | 3:56 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 12:38 PM Ancona station | 4h29 | 5:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 5h22 | 6:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 3h57 | 5:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 3h58 | 6:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 2:38 PM Ancona station | 4h29 | 7:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 2:45 PM Ancona station | 5h22 | 8:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 3:23 PM Ancona station | 4h00 | 7:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4486 · OROBICA LINE TTPER 18126 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 3:45 PM Ancona station | 5h22 | 9:07 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 4:45 PM Ancona station | 6h22 | 11:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926+ Intercity 592 | 4:45 PM Ancona station | 4h51 | 9:36 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 5:25 PM Ancona station | 3h58 | 9:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4246 · Regionale TTPER 17452 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 5:45 PM Ancona station | 5h22 | 11:07 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 6:25 PM Ancona station | 3h31 | 9:56 PM Venice Mestre | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:38 PM Ancona station | 4h04 | 10:42 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 6:38 PM Ancona station | 4h29 | 11:07 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:45 PM Ancona station | 4h38 | 11:23 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ancona to Venice Mestre run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 8:45 AM |
Last train 5:38 PM |
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Discover the best of Venezia Mestre — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venezia Mestre trip today.
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Historic fortress complex with exhibition spaces, cultural programming, and occasional art installations in a large green setting.
Major cultural venue in Mestre hosting art exhibitions, photography shows, and local cultural events.
Mestre's main square, lined with shops and historic buildings, and the heart of daily city life.
Large waterfront park with skyline views toward Venice, popular for walking, cycling, photography, and sunset visits.
Historic pedestrian street in the old center, good for strolling between Mestre's main square and medieval landmarks.
Classic Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep seafood taste and lagoon identity.
A traditional Venetian dish of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts, balancing sweet and sour flavors.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, commonly served on bread or polenta and central to Venetian aperitivo culture.
Established contemporary restaurant in Mestre known for creative Italian cooking, polished service, and a more refined dining experience.
Well-known Mestre restaurant with a traditional Venetian focus, appreciated for seafood, meat dishes, and a warm local atmosphere.
Popular traditional osteria in Mestre recognized for classic Venetian and Venetian-mainland dishes in a casual, welcoming setting.
Moderate for northern Italy. Mestre is usually cheaper than Venice for hotels and casual meals, but tourist areas and transport can raise daily costs.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Small change is fine for cafes; round up taxis.
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