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M9 - Museo del '900
Elegant villa museum with permanent displays and temporary shows, offering a quieter cultural stop in Mestre’s urban area.
Cheapest price on 12 Oct
£4
Average ticket price on 12 Oct
£8
Fastest journey on 12 Oct
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 12 Oct
1 h 58 m
Buses on 12 Oct
4
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Mestre will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Mon 12 Oct, we found 4 buses from Bologna to Mestre, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.








Buses from Bologna to Mestre run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 132 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 132 km |
Average bus duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Mestre coaches for today, Sunday 11 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 2h15 | 14:00 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 1h55 | 16:55 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 1h55 | 16:55 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 1h55 | 0:40 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 1h55 | 0:40 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 1h55 | 0:40 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:00 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 1h55 | 0:55 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:00 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 1h55 | 0:55 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:00 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 1h55 | 0:55 Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 12 October | |||||
![]() | 2:10 Bologna | 1h50 | 4:00 Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:10 Bologna | 1h50 | 5:00 Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Elegant villa museum with permanent displays and temporary shows, offering a quieter cultural stop in Mestre’s urban area.
Interactive museum exploring twentieth-century Italian history through multimedia installations, architecture and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art centre in a restored convent, presenting rotating exhibitions in the heart of Mestre near Piazza Ferretto.
Mestre’s main square, lined with shops and historic buildings, and the best starting point for exploring the old centre on foot.
Large urban park with lakes, paths and event spaces, popular for walks, jogging and a break from the busy city streets.
Historic fort complex turned cultural and leisure area, with open spaces, exhibitions and canalside walks near Mestre and Venice.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, often served on polenta. A Venetian staple from the lagoon area and a classic bacaro snack.
Soft white polenta, a northern Italian staple long tied to Veneto farming traditions, commonly paired with fish, game or stews.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour Venetian dish reflects the city’s maritime trading history.
Refined dining in a historic villa hotel, serving polished Venetian and Italian dishes in an elegant, quieter atmosphere near Mestre centre.
Traditional Venetian restaurant known for seafood, pasta and warm service in central Mestre. Classic setting suited to a relaxed local meal.
Popular modern restaurant and pizzeria with reliable Venetian and Italian options. Handy for informal dining near transport and hotels.
Moderate for Italy: Mestre is cheaper than Venice for hotels and meals, while local buses and trains keep sightseeing and airport transfers relatively affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave €1-2 or about 5-10% at restaurants for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Mestre by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Mestre buses use the Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt to Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Mestre bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Ramp access available for buses.
Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane. ATMs are available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane.
Available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane: Basic accessibility features such as ramps.
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