The cheapest and fastest ferries from Venice to Mestre
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Venice to Mestre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Mestre will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Venice for Mestre every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 28 Jun the direct ferries cover the 9 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 20 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.
18:000h20Venice18:20Mestre£71One-way0 changes
17:000h20Venice17:20Mestre£81One-way0 changes
18:000h20Venice18:20Mestre£71One-way0 changes
17:000h20Venice17:20Mestre£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a ferry costs an average of £7.
Distance: 4 nautical miles (9 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £1 Average Price Cheapest | £1 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Venice to Mestre Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 18:20 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Consorzio Vidali Group | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Venice to Mestre ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Mestre ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 28 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:00 Venice | 0h20 | 17:20 Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Venice | 0h20 | 18:20 Mestre | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Venice to Mestre
Ferries from Venice to Mestre run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 4 nautical miles (9 km) distance in 20m. There are 32 sailings per week.

Distance 4 nautical miles (9 km) |
Average sailing duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 20m |
First ferry 10:30 |
Last ferry 19:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Ferry operators: Consorzio Vidali Group from Venice to MestreYou can travel by ferry between Venice to Mestre with Consorzio Vidali Group for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Consorzio Vidali Group
FAQs: Venice to Mestre ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Mestre by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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