The international airport in Venice, Marco Polo (Aeroporto di Venezia Marco Polo, VCE) is rightfully considered one of the largest in Italy, despite the fact that it has only one terminal. Its close proximity to Venice and Padova (Padova) only adds to its popularity. The airport itself is located in the city of Tessera.
In the article we will consider in detail all the ways to get to Venice from the airport, as well as logistics to the nearest popular tourist destinations.
To Venice
By bus for 7 euro / person
Getting from Marco Polo to the city on the water will not be difficult: various transport constantly runs between them. So, you can come to Venice from the airport by bus (the most budget option). The blue and orange AVTO buses take you to Piazzale Roma for only 7 euros. They walk quite often - every 15 minutes, and the entire route takes 25-30 minutes. Travel tickets are available from the driver.
By taxi for 50 euros
If you are in a hurry or like to travel in comfort, then you can take a taxi. The cost of the Piazzale Roma trip will be about 50 euros, and we recommend booking a transfer in advance at kiwitaxi.ru
By water taxi
Another option for comfort lovers is a water taxi. This is perhaps the most expensive option, but if your hotel is located in the center of Venice, then it is worth considering.
A great way to save money and immediately feel the atmosphere of the city is to book a joint transfer for 32 euros. You may have to wait up to 40 minutes for other passengers at the airport. If your hotel is located in a remote place inside the canal, you will be dropped off as close as possible within walking distance.
- Read: Tips for choosing a hotel in Venice.
An individual trip will cost you about 150 euros, travel time is one hour.
In a private motor boat
For companies up to 6 people we recommend that you get to Venice by private motor boat. Order a transfer worth 190 euros in advance, we recommend here.
You will be met at the airport, help with luggage. In case of force majeure, the transfer can be canceled free of charge in 24 hours.
- Official website of Marco Polo Airport: www.veniceairport.it.
There is also the opportunity to use the virtual airport displays at:
www.veniceairport.it/voli/voli-di-oggi/tutte-le-partenze.html (departures)
www.veniceairport.it/voli/voli-di-oggi/tutti-gli-arrivi.html (arrivals).
To Mestre Train Station
You can get to Mestre train station from Marco Polo airport by ACTV bus on route number 15 and the AVTO FLY BUS shuttles. They go regularly with an interval of 10-15 minutes, the travel time is 25-30 minutes. Cost: 3-5 euros. In addition to this option, you can take a taxi, it costs about 50 euros.
To Santa Lucia Train Station
Like Mestre Station, you can take a bus or taxi to Santa Lucia. The first and, of course, budget option is the ACTV buses No. 5 and the ATVO AIR Terminal shuttles. They walk quite often, travel time is 35 minutes.
To Treviso Airport
In this case, getting to the Treviso airport will be most convenient by taxi - this is a non-stop option, but it is very expensive.
If you do not have the money, but have the time, take the ATVO bus to the center of Treviso, then transfer to the ACTT route number 6. Another transfer option is the ATVO bus to Mestre and from Mestre to Treviso Airport. And finally, the ATVO bus to Piazzale Roma and from Piazzale Roma to Treviso airport by ATVO bus.
To Padua
You can get to the center of Padua by bus FSBusitalia, or use the ACTV route number 15 (or the shuttle ATVO FLY BUS) to the Mestre train station, where you can catch any train to Padua. Another option is to use a car rental service.
To the sea
From Venice Airport you can immediately wave to the sea for cruises such as Cavallino, Punta Sabbioni, Porto Santa Margherita and others.
ATVO organizes numerous flights to resort destinations. The cost and schedule can be found here: www.atvo.it.
To ski resorts
From Marco Polo you can go to the sea in the summer months and to the mountains in winter. The nearest ski resorts can be reached by Cortina Express bus service, which delivers tourists to Longarone, Tai (Tai), Cortina (Cortina) and other places. ATVO Coach Service connects Marco Polo with Cortina, Alpago, Val Zoldana and Val Pusteria. During the winter season, the Dolomiti Ski Shuttle transfers everyone from the airport to Arabba, Alleghe, Falcade, Canale D'Agordo, Selva di Cadore and Val di Zoldo (Val di Zoldo).
You can learn more about Marco Polo Airport on the official website: www.veniceairport.it.
There is also the opportunity to use the virtual airport displays at:
- www.veniceairport.it/voli/voli-di-oggi/tutte-le-partenze.html (departures)
- www.veniceairport.it/voli/voli-di-oggi/tutti-gli-arrivi.html (arrivals).
Useful information
Venice's main airport is named after the great traveler Marco Polo, a European who discovered China. This has an amazing meaning: each time arriving in the city on the water, its guests discover something new and unknown, even if they are not coming here for the first time. The airport is, without a doubt, the "face" of the city.
For almost the entire year, tourists seek to visit local attractions, arriving in their destination city from Marco Polo Airport. It should be noted that in 2008 the Venetian airport received almost 7 million passengers, becoming the fourth in Italy in terms of passenger traffic and the number of take-offs / landings.
The terminal of the Venetian air harbor opened in 2002, and today it is already loaded almost to the maximum. And this is not surprising: it serves not only regular, but charter flights, not only Italian but also foreign, and also welcomes thousands of guests daily.
The airport building itself cannot be called remarkable: the terminal occupies three floors. The first of these was given to arrivals, on the second floor there are sixty check-in desks and several lounges and waiting rooms, where passengers can comfortably reduce the waiting time for their flight, and the third floor is occupied by numerous offices of various airlines and other companies. The entire terminal is literally littered with restaurants and fashion boutiques, where even the most sophisticated shopping lovers will find something for themselves. It is also noteworthy that in the recreation area of Marco Polo there is even a SPA salon, a first-aid post, as well as several services for people with disabilities.
Moreover, for three years now, Venice Airport has been offering an unusual service: every passenger can confess or receive the blessing of a priest working in the Orthodox chaplain service.
From Marco Polo you can fly not only to the largest cities of the country, but also beyond its borders, and even cross the ocean, reaching, for example, New York or Philadelphia.
Needless to say, that you can get to Venice from direct flights from Moscow and with 1 change from St. Petersburg and Minsk on regular flights? In addition, from Venice every day there are flights to all the main cities of Europe: Oslo, Geneva, Madrid, Barcelona, Luxembourg and many other cities. You can fly to the Venetian airport while traveling with both expensive and relatively cheap airlines.
