The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Venice
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lugano to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Venice will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 10 buses that leave Lugano for Venice every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.


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Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £17. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 269 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £225 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 coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h25 | 06:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Lugano, Via Ciani | 8h05 | 05:50 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:30 Lugano, Via Ciani | 6h50 | 11:20 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h30 | 14:05 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h55 | 16:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 09:20 Lugano, Via Ciani | 6h05 | 15:25 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Lugano, Via Ciani | 7h45 | 19:45 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Venice
Buses from Lugano to Venice run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
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 £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lugano to Venice coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Venice
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 15
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