4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lugano to Venice
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lugano to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Venice will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lugano for Venice on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lugano to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 269 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €243 Average price |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Venice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Venice buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 6h50 | 11:20 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h30 | 2:05 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h55 | 4:10 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 6h20 | 3:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h30 | 7:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 6h20 | 9:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 9h05 | 3:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h55 | 5:40 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h15 | 6:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Lugano to Venice by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 21
Dec 22
Dec 23
Dec 24
Dec 25
Dec 26
Dec 27
Dec 28
Dec 29
Dec 30
Dec 31
Jan 01
Jan 02
Jan 03
Jan 04
Jan 05
Jan 06
Jan 07
Jan 08
Jan 09
Jan 10
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Venice
Switzerland
Italy
Buses from Lugano to Venice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 269 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:09 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lugano to VeniceYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Venice with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
BlaBlaCar Bus
BlaBlaCar
FAQs: Bus from Lugano to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Venice by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lugano, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Lugano, Piazzale di Besso, Lugano, Via Pretorio and Lugano, Via Pian Scairolo (Pambio Posta). When arriving in Venice, you can end your route in coach stations like Venice, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio autobus), Venice, Sant'Angelo Village, Cavallino Treporti and Venice, Piazzale Roma (city center, vaporetto).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lugano, Piazzale di Besso, which is located around 0.3 miles (515 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Venice, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio autobus), located 8.2 miles (13.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lugano to Venice
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 15
Most popular bus connections from Lugano
More options for your journey from Lugano to Venice
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Venice and Lugano
Most popular bus connections to Venice
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
