How to travel from Heidelberg to Venice

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Heidelberg to Venice

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $442.

Distance: 322 miles (519 km)

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$154

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$442

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$87

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$147

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11h 2m

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10h 32m

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30m

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4h 41m

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2h 41m

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13h 32m

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13h 2m

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8h 49m

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1.6 - 3.1kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Venice is a bus with an average price of $87 (€71).

This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Venice:

A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Venice costing on average $154 (€126).

A bus is $355 (€290) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Venice costing on average $442 (€362).

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 2m.

Bus takes on average 13h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heidelberg and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Heidelberg to Venice 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 $154 (€126) compared to roughly $147 (€121) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.69 (€-5.47). The journey takes 10h 32m versus 8h 49m 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 Heidelberg to Venice

How to get from Heidelberg to Venice by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Heidelberg to Venice is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 AM15h45
    Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    7:50 PMVenezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    $611One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 AM15h45
    Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    7:50 PMVenezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    $611One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW2430
    7:50 PM1h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:00 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn19258 · ICE 591 · RJ 85
    8:10 AM10h15
    Heidelberg Hbf
    6:25 PMVenice Santa Lucia
    $1381One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:05 AM16h05
    Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    8:10 PMVenezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    $611One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 PM14h45
    Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    8:40 AMVenezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 PM15h05
    Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof
    9:00 AMVenezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    $641One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH330
    5:30 PM1h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:50 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1871One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH332
    9:20 PM1h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:40 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1871One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH328
    4:40 PM1h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:00 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1871One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Heidelberg to Venice

Travel to Venice 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 Heidelberg to Venice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Heidelberg and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Venice is a bus with an average price of $87 (€71).

This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Venice:

A bus is $45 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Venice costing on average $132 (€108).

A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Venice costing on average $154 (€126).

The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 2m.

Bus takes on average 13h 32m.

The distance from Heidelberg to Venice is approximately 322 miles (519 km).
The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Venice is:
  • Around 76 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Heidelberg to Venice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
  • Buses mostly depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heidelberg to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Venice by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings to go to Venice by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Heidelberg to Venice with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 8 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Heidelberg to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.

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