Venice Marco Polo Airport - Flight Information and Guide (VCE)

How to get to Venice Marco Polo Airport

The connection between Venice's heart and the terminal is ensured by highly integrated land and water options.

By Car

Accessible via the A4 motorway (Venice-Trieste) or the A57 (Mestre Ring Road). Follow signs for the specific airport junction via the SS14 Via Orlanda.

By Train

There is no internal railway station; the airport is connected to Venice Mestre station via rapid bus shuttle in approximately 20 minutes.

By Bus

Numerous bus lines connect the terminal with Venice (Piazzale Roma) and Mestre station via ATVO Venice Express services and ACTV urban line 5.

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Tips For an unforgettable arrival, take the Alilaguna (scheduled motorboat) that goes directly to San Marco by water from the airport pier. If you have heavy luggage or late-night flights, the bus to Piazzale Roma remains the most practical option: from there the historic center is reachable only on foot or by water, Venice being a city with no vehicular traffic.

Average travel time to VCE

Train20-25 min (shuttle bus)

Shuttle bus20-30 minutes

Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes

Parking near Venice Marco Polo Airport

The airport offers official MarcoPolo Park parking. P1 is a covered multi-level garage just steps from the terminal. Parking areas P2, P3, and P4 offer open-air options for medium and long-term stays.

Remote parking areas connected by free shuttles are available, as well as low-cost private facilities located along via Orlanda with free 24/7 transfer.

Approximately, the covered multi-level P1 costs 13 euros for up to 2 hours, 23 euros for up to 12 hours, 33 euros per day (up to the fifth day, then 20 euros/day); the open P2 is slightly cheaper, 14 euros for up to 2 hours, 28 euros per day. Low-cost private facilities along via Orlanda, with free 24/7 transfer, often remain the most economical for multi-day stays. Always verify fencing, surveillance, and recent reviews before entrusting your car to an unattended private parking lot for your entire vacation.

How to get to Venice from VCE

Once you disembark, you can choose between the speed of the bus or the charm of the motorboat to reach your destination.

By Train

You'll need to take a shuttle bus (ATVO or ACTV line 15) to reach Venice Mestre station, the hub for high-speed trains.

By Bus

Exiting Arrivals you'll find stands for Venice Piazzale Roma and Mestre. ACTV tickets are also valid for vaporettos if purchased in integrated mode.

By Taxi

Official taxis are located at the Arrivals exit. You can book a private water taxi from the dock, although costs are significantly higher. As an alternative to land taxis, the FREE NOW app can be used to book your ride.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

From VCE to the most sought-after destinations

If you want...	Choose	Indicative cost
Spend less	Bus to Piazzale Roma/Mestre (ATVO, line 5)	~10€
A scenic arrival in the historic center	Vaporetto Alilaguna (by water)	15€
Continue by train to other cities	Bus/taxi to Venice Mestre, main railway hub	bus ~8€, taxi approximately 40€

Marco Polo → San Marco

Alilaguna is the most direct and scenic choice, with multiple lines serving different stops in the historic center, including San Marco.

Marco Polo → Piazzale Roma / Mestre

The bus (ATVO or line 5) is faster and more economical than Alilaguna for those heading to Piazzale Roma or needing to continue by train from Mestre.

Car rental at Venice Marco Polo Airport

Car rental desks are located on the third level of the P1 Multi-Story Parking, connected to the terminal by a covered pedestrian tunnel with moving walkway.

Allow a few extra minutes for the journey with heavy luggage. Bring license, ID document and credit card registered to the driver for the deposit. Italian and other EU/SEE citizens drive with only their national license; for all others, the International Driving Permit (IDP) is generally required.

Hotels near Venice Marco Polo Airport

From Marco Polo, the centre of Venice is reached by bus in under twenty minutes to Piazzale Roma, or by Alilaguna boat towards the islands of the lagoon. Those with a dawn or late-night flight are better off sleeping in Mestre, a few minutes from the airport and served by frequent trains. Those who want to wake up among the canals can choose Dorsoduro, a sestiere of the old town quieter than San Marco, or Giudecca, an island with a view over the lagoon. Those looking for a beach and calmer evenings find their base on the Lido.

Near the airport link

Mestre

ACTV or ATVO Express bus: 13-15 minutes from the airport; Mestre station with frequent trains to Venezia Santa Lucia.

Best for: For those arriving or leaving on a dawn flight who want to stay near the airport without being in the lagoon.

Pros

Airport 13-15 minutes away by bus
Station with frequent trains to Venezia Santa Lucia

Cons

No canals or lagoon atmosphere
Still need transport to reach the old town

Recommended hotels

LH Sirio Venice House At 500 m from the centre of Mestre and close to the station, handy for those who want to stay a few minutes from the airport. View availability

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City centre

Dorsoduro

Bus to Piazzale Roma (17 minutes) plus vaporetto to Zattere or Accademia (another 15-20 minutes); no direct connection from the airport.

Best for: For those who want the old town but in a quieter sestiere, away from the San Marco crowds.

Pros

A residential sestiere with galleries and cafes, less touristy than San Marco
A few steps from the Accademia Bridge and from San Marco

Cons

From the airport you need a bus plus a vaporetto, no direct connection
No cars or taxis right up to the door, only on foot or by boat

Recommended hotels

Casanas by Interhome Interhome apartment in the Dorsoduro sestiere, near the Accademia Bridge, handy for the old town on foot. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Giudecca

Bus to Piazzale Roma (17 minutes) plus vaporetto line 2 or 4.1/4.2 to Giudecca (another 20-25 minutes); alternatively direct Alilaguna, which is slower.

Best for: For those who want to stay close to Venice but sleep on a quiet island, with a view over the lagoon.

Pros

A view over the lagoon and Venice from the other side of the canal
Less crowded than the streets of San Marco even in high season

Cons

The vaporetto is needed for every trip, even in the evening
Fewer restaurants than the old town

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Neighbourhood

Venice Lido

Alilaguna Blue or Red line from the airport, stopping at the Lido (Santa Maria Elisabetta) in about 45-50 minutes.

Best for: For those seeking a beach and calmer evenings, with Venice just a few minutes away by boat.

Pros

Beaches and bathing establishments a few minutes' walk away
An island that can even be lived by bike, with fewer calli and bridges to tackle

Cons

San Marco still requires a boat journey
Calmer evening life than the old town

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Airport services

The airport offers a wide selection of premium services for relaxation and high-end shopping.

Shopping & Duty Free

The commercial area features a wide selection of Venetian craftsmanship products (Murano glass) and fashion boutiques. Currency exchange counters and several ATMs are available in the departure and arrival areas; some shops also sell prepaid SIM cards from major local operators.

Lounges & relaxation

The Marco Polo Club Lounge, located on the second floor of the departure area, offers a panoramic terrace and high-quality buffet. Access to the Marco Polo Club Lounge is included for members of the Alitalia/ITA program or holders of airline alliance status; alternatively, a day-pass can be purchased. The Marco Polo Club Lounge is a business/premium level lounge, primarily reserved for ITA Airways members and partner alliances. Operating hours generally follow the flight schedules served by the terminal.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free and unlimited Wi-Fi via the 'Venice Airport Free WiFi' network, accessible upon accepting terms. After accepting the terms, the connection remains active for your entire stay at the airport. For a local SIM, the four national operators (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, Iliad) have sales points or kiosks at the airport—convenient if you don't want to search for them in the city. All also offer eSIM available for activation in-store with an ID.

Families & Children

Modern nurseries and dedicated baby-changing areas are available in the main restroom blocks.

Terminal guide

The airport operates with a single large passenger terminal developed over multiple levels. The elevated pedestrian path 'Moving Walkway' directly connects the terminal to the ferry dock.

The journey from check-in to the farthest gates can take 15–20 minutes at a normal pace: factor this in if you have a tight connection.

Served by numerous carriers and low-cost airlines, including easyJet with a local base, plus several seasonal intercontinental connections.

Map of Venice Marco Polo Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How much does the Alilaguna waterbus from Venice airport cost?

Roughly 15 euros one way to the historic center (27 euros round trip), with several lines serving different areas of the lagoon and slightly different prices depending on the destination.

Q. Is the bus or the waterbus better for reaching Venice from the airport?

The bus (ATVO/line 5) is faster and cheaper for Piazzale Roma or Mestre, while the Alilaguna waterbus is the scenic choice for those heading straight into the historic center by water.