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Tourist & Transport Information for The Grand Canal

Our website Italy in Photos aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of Italy for our visitors, who are seeking the best experiences in the country. To help you plan your trip, we have added the Tourist & Transport Information section, where you can find useful details about your chosen destination. We have also curated a selection of tourist websites and blogs, so that you can complement the photos on our site with the insights and tips from these sources. We hope that our website will inspire you to make an informed choice and enjoy your visit to Italy.

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the Nearest International Airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel. We have added a details of the Transport Hubs in the Veneto Region for those that wish to travel further away. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to Fleibus Bus Services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease.

For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to Ferry Companies Operating on the Lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel.

If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we have included Timetables for the Water Taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

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Tansport Information

The three closest international airports to The Grand Canal Venice

The three closest international airports to The Grand Canal in Venice are:

1. Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): Located approximately 7 km from the Grand Canal.

2. Treviso Airport (TSF): Situated about 26 km away.

3. Trieste Airport (TRS): Around 100 km from Venice, it’s a bit farther but still accessible.

The three closest international airports to The Grand Canal in Venice are:

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The best way to travel from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Venice

Traveling from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Venice offers several options, both by land and water. Here’s a breakdown:

By Land:
1. Bus:
The ATVO or ACTV airport express buses connect the airport to Piazzale Roma, Venice’s main bus terminal. The journey takes about 20 minutes. From Piazzale Roma, you can walk or take a vaporetto (water bus) to your destination in Venice.

2. Taxi:
Land taxis are available outside the airport and can take you to Piazzale Roma. The ride takes about 15-20 minutes.
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3. Train:
While there is no direct train from the airport, you can take a bus or taxi to Mestre Train Station and then a train to Venice Santa Lucia Station. From there, you can use a vaporetto or walk.

By Water:
1. Water Bus (Alilaguna):
The Alilaguna water bus service connects the airport to various stops in Venice, including San Marco and Rialto. It’s a scenic option, taking about 1 hour.

2. Water Taxi:
Private water taxis are the fastest and most direct way to reach your destination in Venice. They are more expensive, but offer a unique and luxurious experience.

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The best way to travel from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Venice

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The best way to travel from Trieste Airport (TRS) to Venice

It is advisable to check the latest schedules for these transportation methods as they could be subject to change.

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Transport Hubs in Veneto

Here is an overview of the major transport hubs in Veneto, a key region in north-eastern Italy known for Venice, Verona, and the Dolomites. Veneto boasts a rich and interconnected network of airports, train stations, bus terminals, and ferries, especially focused around Venice and the Adriatic coast.

Airports in Veneto
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Location: Tessera, about 13 km from Venice city
Type: International hub
Main airlines:
Ryanair: Largest carrier by number of departures about 169 flights/week, three times more than the next airline
Destinations: London Stansted & Gatwick – Barcelona – Madrid – Dublin – Catania – Naples – Bari
EasyJet: Second-largest in operations out of VCE, with a London focus (City, Gatwick, Luton), plus frequent European routes .
Key Destinations: London City – Gatwick – Luton – Paris (Charles de Gaulle / Orly) – Amsterdam
Other connections: Berlin – Manchester – Edinburgh – Athens – Mykonos – Rhodes – Tel Aviv – Marrakech
Volotea – Base airline at VCE, offering the most routes overall.
Key Destinations: Naples – Palermo – Cagliari – Catania – Bari – Olbia – Athens – Bordeaux – Lyon – Nantes – Biarritz – Santorini – Ibiza
Treviso Airport (TSF – Antonio Canova Airport)
Location: about 30 km from Venice, near Treviso
Type: Secondary/low-cost airportAirlines: Ryanair – Wizz Air
Destinations: Domestic and European budget routes
Transport: Shuttle buses to Treviso – Mestre –Venice
Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN – Valerio Catullo Airport)
Location: about 10 km from Verona
Type: Regional international airport
Airlines: Ryanair – Volotea – Lufthansa – ITA Airways – Neos
Destinations: European and some Mediterranean destinations
Transport: Aerobus to Verona Porta Nuova train station
Major Train Stations in Veneto – Veneto is well served by Trenitalia and Italo, with both high-speed and regional lines.
Venezia Santa Lucia Station
Location: Historic centre of Venice (canalside)
Type: Terminal station
Lines: High-speed (Frecciarossa – Italo) – Intercity – Regional
Key routes: Milan – Rome – Florence – Naples – Trieste – Verona – Bologna
Connections: Vaporetto (water bus) – Alilaguna Ferries – ACTV buses at Piazzale Roma
Venezia Mestre Station
Location: Mainland Venice
Type: Major junction station
Key role: Hub for transfers between regional and national lines
Faster access for many rail routes
Verona Porta Nuova Station
Location: Central Verona
Lines: High-Speed to Milan, Venice, Bologna
Regional lines to Trento – Bolzano – Brennero
Airport shuttle: Direct Aerobus to VRN
Padua (Padova) Station
Lines: Milan–Venice mainline
High-speed & regional trains to Bologna – Venice –Verona
Frequent service to Treviso – Vicenza – Ferrara
Vicenza Station
Lines: Verona – Venice corridor
Regional and Frecciabianca service
Treviso Centrale
Key routes: Venice – Udine – Belluno
Bus & shuttle access to Treviso Airport
Major Bus Stations and Terminals
Piazzale Roma (Venice)
Location: Western edge of Venice’s historic centre (last point for road vehicles)
Services: ACTV city buses – ATVO express buses (to Mestre – Marco Polo Airport – Treviso)
Long-distance: FlixBus – Itabus – MarinoBus
Water transport connections (vaporetto, ferry)
Verona Bus Terminal (near Porta Nuova Station)
Operators: ATV (urban and regional), FlixBus
Routes: Lake Garda – Mantua – Dolomites
Padua Bus Terminal (Autostazione Padova)
Operators: Busitalia Veneto – FlixBus
Destinations: Euganean Hills – Venice – Verona -long-distance routes
Treviso Bus Station
Location: Near train station
Services: Treviso Airport shuttle, regional routes
Ferries and Water Transport in Veneto
Venezia Terminal Passeggeri (VTP) – Venice Cruise Port
Location: Western Venice near Tronchetto and Piazzale Roma
Services:
Cruise ships to Mediterranean – Adriatic – Greece – Croatia
Private water taxis and ferries
People Mover to Piazzale Roma
Alilaguna Ferry Service
Connects: Marco Polo Airport to Venice (Murano – Lido – San Marco, etc.)
Cruise terminal to city and airport
Color-coded lines (Red, Orange, Blue)
ACTV Vaporetto (Public Water Bus)
Core of Venice’s transit system
Connects islands (Murano – Burano – Giudecca – Lido)
Main lines: 1, 2, 4.1/4.2, 5.1/5.2, LN (Laguna Nord)
Chioggia Ferry Terminal
Southern Venetian Lagoon
Connects Chioggia and Pellestrina to Venice via ACTV ferries