How to travel from Venice to Mestre

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Venice to Mestre

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 12, while a bus costs an average of DKK 409.

Distance: 5 miles (9 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Venice to Mestre

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

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Mestre is a train with an average price of DKK 12.

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

A train is DKK 65 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice to Mestre costing on average DKK 77.

A train is DKK 397 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Mestre costing on average DKK 409.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 42m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 56m.

Ferry takes on average 1h 25m.

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

The journey is about 1m faster (12m by train vs 13m by car) and roughly DKK 3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (DKK 12 vs DKK 15). 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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How to get from Venice to Mestre by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Mestre.

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There are 3 options to travel between Venice and Mestre including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Mestre is a train with an average price of DKK 12.

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

A train is DKK 65 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice to Mestre costing on average DKK 77.

A train is DKK 397 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Mestre costing on average DKK 409.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Mestre is by train with an average journey time of 42m.

Other travel options to Mestre take longer:

Bus takes on average 56m.

Ferry takes on average 1h 25m.

The distance from Venice to Mestre is approximately 5 miles (9 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Mestre is:
  • Around 116 trains per day.
  • Around 29 buses per day.
  • Around 5 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Mestre:
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Venice Mestre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia and arrive in Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre).
  • Ferries mostly depart from San Marco and arrive in Santa Lucia (Piazzale Roma).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Mestre, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale to go to Mestre by train.
  • Travel with GoOpti to go to Mestre by bus.
  • Travel with Consorzio Vidali Group to go to Mestre by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Mestre with the following travel companies:
  • 114 direct trains per day with Regionale.
  • 29 direct buses per day with GoOpti.
  • 5 direct ferries per day with Consorzio Vidali Group.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Mestre often also extend their vacation to go to Verona, Venice Marco Polo Airport, Milan, Florence, 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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