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 train, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. 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 train costs an average of €22, while a bus costs an average of €41.

Distance: 128 miles (207 km)

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€22

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€41

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€61

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3h 24m

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2h 54m

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3h 53m

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3h 23m

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2h 43m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is a train with an average price of €22.

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

A train is €19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Mestre costing on average €41.

A train is €194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Mestre costing on average €216.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 53m.

Flight takes on average 5h 14m.

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. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €39. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 2h 43m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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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.

  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale 16828
    4:32 AM5h03
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    9:35 AMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    231One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale 16828
    4:32 AM5h03
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    9:35 AMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    231One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9400+RegionaleRegionale 16828
    7:20 AM2h15
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    9:35 AMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    591One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 580+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale 16790
    8:21 AM5h12
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    1:33 PMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    271One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 588+RegionaleRegionale 16812
    1:33 PM4h00
    Florence Rifredi
    5:33 PMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    311One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale 16766
    2:03 AM5h30
    Florence Campo di Marte
    7:33 AMVenezia Mestre Ospedale
    311One-way
    1 transfer
  • Marino Autolinee054 · 064
    2:15 AM3h45
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    6:00 AMVenezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)
    471One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1676 · AZ1463
    6:25 AM4h05
    Florence Peretola Airport
    10:30 AMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    4431One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1678 · AZ1475
    11:20 AM3h10
    Florence Peretola Airport
    2:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    5351One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1684 · AZ1473
    7:00 PM3h55
    Florence Peretola Airport
    10:55 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    5351One-way
    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 train with an average price of €22.

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

A train is €19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Mestre costing on average €41.

A train is €194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Mestre costing on average €216.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 3h 24m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 53m.

Flight takes on average 5h 14m.

The distance from Florence to Mestre is approximately 128 miles (207 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Mestre is:
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 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).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Cesenatico and arrive in Port of Rovinj.
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 Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee to go to Mestre by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Mestre by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Mestre with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Mestre often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Lido, Treviso, Verona, Venice Marco Polo Airport. 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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