Venice Marco Polo Airport is located approximately 12 km from Mestre, taking around 15 minutes by car. There are two different transfer options to get from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre, taxi or bus.
The quickest and most convenient option is to take an airport taxi, as the journey is short, comfortable and door-to-door. Venice Marco Polo Airport taxis charge using taximeters, so the estimated fare to Mestre is €50.
Alternatively, you can take either the ATVO Express Bus which takes around 17 minutes to reach Mestre, or the ACTV City Bus which takes approximately 30 minutes. Both services charge €10 for the journey.
3 options to go from Venice Airport to city center
PRICE FOR 
OPTION | PRICE | TIME | AVAILABILITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Welcome Pickups Private Transfer | €56.50 | 15min | 24/7 | Convenience | Book | |
Taxi | €50 | 15min | 24/7 | Convenience | Book | |
| Standard-sized taxis only have room for two medium-sized suitcases, so if you're travelling with a lot of luggage, you may need to request a larger, mini-van style taxi to ensure you can store all your luggage for the journey. | ||||||
Bus | €20 | 17-30min | 05:45–01:10 | Convenience | Read more | |
| Although the ATVO Express runs more frequently and is quicker than the ACTV City Bus, it will only take you to the Mestre Railway Station. If your accommodation is far from the station, the ACTV bus may actually drop you closer to your hotel and save you extra transport fees or time. | ||||||
Venice taxis are available 24/7 at the airport and can easily be found queuing up just outside of the arrivals hall. Official taxis in Venice Airport are white with a taxi sign on top, however, the signs and stickers on the sides can vary.
From Venice Airport to Mestre, it should take around 15 minutes in light traffic, costing approximately €50.
Taxi fare from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre
Taxis at Venice Marco Polo Airport are charged using a time-based system, so the longer your journey takes, because of traffic or roadworks, the more your journey will cost. When travelling from Venice Airport to Mestre, the estimated fare is €50 in normal traffic. The price of your taxi in Venice may increase for things such as travelling at night, calling for a taxi, heavy luggage and travelling during public holidays.
*Be sure to carry cash in the form of Euros with you and ensure your driver turns on and resets the meter before you begin your journey.
To avoid hidden fees and secure a fixed fare with a reliable provider, you can pre-book an airport taxi.
Where do I get it from?
Taxis can easily be found just outside of the arrivals hall at Venice Marco Polo Airport. Simply look for the line of white taxis with a taxi sign on top as you exit the airport.
Convenience
The most convenient thing about taking an airport taxi is that no matter what time you arrive at the airport, you can easily hop in a cab and make your way to the door of your accommodation. All of your luggage and personal items will also be safely and securely stored, so you can have peace of mind while you make your way to Mestre.
Useful Tips
Book a trusted, English-speaking driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular taxi
Learn moreThere are two different bus options when taking a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre, the ATVO Express bus or the ACTV City Bus (Line 15). Because of the routes, if you are staying in the centre of Mestre, it’s advisable to take the ATVO bus and if you’re staying on the outskirts, the ACTV bus will take you closer to your accommodation.
The ATVO Express is by far the most comfortable and quickest option as it only takes 17 minutes to reach the main train station in Mestre. Your other option is to take the ACTV City Bus, which takes around 30 minutes to reach Mestre in light traffic, as it makes multiple stops along the way.
How much is the bus from Venice Airport to Mestre?
Both the ACTV City Bus and the ATVO Express cost €10 one-way from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre.
You have many options when it comes to buying your ATVO bus ticket, you can purchase tickets from the ATVO ticket counter or automated machines in the baggage area, from either of the two ATVO ticket counters in the arrivals hall or the automatic ticket machines next to the ATVO bus stop.
You can purchase your ACTV City Bus ticket from either the ticket machine at the Public Transportation counter in the arrivals hall or at the Tabacci shop also located in the arrivals hall and marked with a large ‘T’.
The ATVO Express bus is available daily from 06:06 to 01:10 and runs every 17 minutes. The ACTV City bus is available from 05:45 to 20:15 running every 30 minutes.
Where do I get it from?
You can find the ATVO Express bus by exiting the arrivals hall at door D and walking to your left. Here you will see the ATVO bus stops. Stop 1 is the correct bay for Mestre Railway Station.
The ACTV bus leaves from the bus terminal located just outside the arrivals hall and to your left. You will see the ACTV City Bus clearly as they are orange or white with a green trim.
Convenience
Taking a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre isn’t the most convenient option as they don’t run 24/7. If you arrive during the late hours of the night, you will need to either wait a few hours for the next bus or look for a different transfer option. Also, there isn’t any dedicated luggage storage on the buses, so you will need to keep your luggage with you in your seat.
Timetables
ATVO Express Bus Schedule
ACTV City Bus Schedule
Useful Tips
Sedan up to 3 passengers
€57Starting from 19 EUR / passenger
Minivan up to 8 passengers
€63Starting from 7.9 EUR / passenger
Minibus up to 8 passengers
€132Starting from 16.5 EUR / passenger
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Venice Airport to Mestre?
You have three different transfer options to get from Venice Airport to Mestre, taxi, private transfer or bus. The most convenient option is to take an airport taxi, as the journey is private and door-to-door. Alternatively, you can take either the ATVO Express, taking around 17 minutes, or the ACTV City Bus which takes approximately 30 minutes. This is a great cheap alternative as tickets are just €10 for either service.
How much is the bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Mestre?
Both the ATVO Express and the ACTV City Bus cost €10 one-way from Venice Airport to Mestre. However, the ACTV bus takes longer to reach the centre due to there being more stops on the route.
What's the distance from Venice Airport to Mestre?
The distance between Venice Marco Polo Airport and Mestre is approximately 12 km, taking around 15 minutes by car.
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