- Must visit
M9 - Museo del '900
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, known for immersive multimedia exhibits in central Mestre.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Mestre will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bologna for Mestre on Thu, May 28, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Bologna to Mestre:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Mestre costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Mestre take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 56m.
The journey is about 11m faster (1h 37m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $27 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $46 (€37)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Mestre trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3960 · Regionale 16466 | 6:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 10:01 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3960 · Regionale 16770 | 6:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 8:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale Veloce 3608 · Regionale 16680 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h47 | 9:57 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale 16782 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 10:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale 16466 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h51 | 10:01 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale 16466 | 8:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 10:01 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3966 · Regionale 16782 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 10:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17482 · Regionale Veloce 3970 · Regionale 16220 | 8:59 AM Bologna Corticella | 3h32 | 12:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale 16220 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h30 | 12:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale 16220 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 12:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17948 · Regionale 17080 · Regionale 16794 | 10:35 AM Bologna Corticella | 3h56 | 2:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale 16788 | 11:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 1:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 16790 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 1:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale 16516 | 12:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 2:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3974 · Regionale 16794 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 2:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale 16800 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 3:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale 16804 | 2:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 4:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 · Regionale 16806 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 4:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 16806 | 2:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 4:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale 16382 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 5:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale 16812 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 5:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17960 · Regionale 17088 · Regionale 16822 | 3:35 PM Bologna Corticella | 3h58 | 7:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale 16868 | 4:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 6:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale 16818 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 6:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale 16878 | 5:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 7:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale 16822 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 7:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale 16824 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 8:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988 · Regionale 16826 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h51 | 9:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale 16826 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 9:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3990 · Regionale 16830 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 9:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3992 · Regionale 16816 | 9:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 12:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Regionale 16816 | 10:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 12:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Mestre run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:58, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:58 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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Discover the best of Mestre — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mestre trip today.
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, known for immersive multimedia exhibits in central Mestre.
Major cultural center hosting rotating art exhibitions, photography shows, and events in the heart of Mestre.
Historic fortress complex with cultural exhibitions, art spaces, and occasional museum-style installations in a large lagoon-edge setting.
Mestre's main square and social hub, lined with historic buildings, shops, and frequent public events.
Expansive waterfront park with skyline views toward Venice, popular for walking, cycling, and sunset photography.
Pleasant central pedestrian street connecting key parts of old Mestre, ideal for strolling through the historic center.
A classic Venetian dish of sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts. It balances sweet and sour flavors and is one of the lagoon area's signature specialties.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or polenta. It is one of the best-known cicchetti of Venice and Mestre.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink. It is a traditional seafood dish closely associated with the Adriatic coast and lagoon cooking.
A well-known Mestre restaurant with refined contemporary Italian cooking, polished service, and an elegant atmosphere suitable for a special meal.
Traditional local hostaria appreciated for Venetian dishes, cicchetti, and a warm informal atmosphere. A solid choice for regional flavors in Mestre.
Long-running classic restaurant known for Venetian seafood and local specialties, with an old-school dining room and established reputation.
Moderate for Italy. Mestre is usually cheaper than Venice for hotels and dining, though tourist areas and transport can raise daily costs.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis can be rounded up.
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