How to travel from Florence to Mestre

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence to Mestre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 29, while a flight costs an average of CHF 585.

Distance: 128 miles (207 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Florence to Mestre

Compare the available ways to get from Florence to Mestre, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is a bus with an average price of CHF 29.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Mestre:

A bus is CHF 11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Mestre costing on average CHF 40.

A bus is CHF 557 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Mestre costing on average CHF 585.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

Flight takes on average 5h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Mestre including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Mestre among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 15m faster (2h 28m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly CHF 21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 40 vs CHF 60). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Florence to Mestre

How to get from Florence to Mestre by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Florence to Mestre is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale 16758
    1 transfer

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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale 16758
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9532+IntercityIntercity 588+RegionaleRegionale 16806
    2 transfers

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  • IntercityIntercity 588+RegionaleRegionale 16806
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 592+RegionaleRegionale 16816
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 17816 · Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 16790
    2 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee054 · 064
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1678 · AZ1475
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1682 · AZ1467
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1684 · AZ1473
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Mestre

Travel to Mestre easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Florence to Mestre.

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There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Mestre including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is a bus with an average price of CHF 29.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Mestre:

A bus is CHF 11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Mestre costing on average CHF 40.

A bus is CHF 557 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Mestre costing on average CHF 585.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 2h 58m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 11m.

Flight takes on average 5h 24m.

The distance from Florence to Mestre is approximately 128 miles (207 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Mestre is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Mestre as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Mestre:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Mestre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Busitalia, GoOpti to go to Mestre by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Mestre by train.
  • Travel with ITA, British Airways, Air Dolomiti, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways to go to Mestre by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Mestre with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, Busitalia, GoOpti.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Italo.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Mestre often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Verona, Venice Marco Polo Airport, Milan, Venice Santa Lucia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Mestre and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Mestre to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Mestre, explore the vibrant local shops and cafes, enjoy a bike ride or walk in Parco San Giuliano, and attend cultural events at Forte Marghera. Discover interactive exhibits at the M9 Museum and take a guided tour of Torre dell'Orologio. Don't miss Piazza Ferretto for its lively atmosphere and historic architecture.
Typically, spending 1-2 days in Mestre is sufficient to explore its local attractions, enjoy its dining options, and use it as a base for visiting nearby Venice.

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