Venice, the floating paradise on earth has two major airports; Treviso airport (TSF) and Marco Polo airport (VCF). Located 40 km away, there are 3 ways to reach Venice Santa Lucia from Treviso airport.
The Treviso airport is the hub for major low-cost European airlines such as Ryanair, Wizz Air, Pobeda; while VCF serves mainly international flights.
A combination of offseason and prior booking allows you to reach Venice for a low price; as cheap as 10€. Read my guide on ‘How to book cheap flights‘ using Skyscanner. My onward flight price was 30€ ~ 2400 ₹ (Stuttgart, Germany –> Venice (TSF), Italy)
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Treviso airport is far away; 40 km north of Venice Santa Lucia (Venice main station). Treviso to Venice travel time depends on the mode of travel you choose.
- Public transport
- Shuttle service
- Taxi
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3 ways to reach Venice Santa Lucia from Treviso airport
1. Using a public transport to reach Venice Santa Lucia
This is the cheapest way to reach Venice Santa Lucia. You first board a bus from the airport to Treviso train station and then a train to Santa Lucia. We did this and the total time was around one hour.
Tip: Once you exit the airport, look for the bus stop on your right side.
Bus ride: Treviso airport to Treviso central station
Bus A (direction: Stazione Fs Duca d’Aosta) or #101 or #103 (direction: Treviso Autostazione)
This bus ride takes about 15 minutes and costs ~ 1.3€. Get down at Aeroporto Canova, walk a few meters, and cross the road to reach Treviso’s main station. Get help from the bus driver, he will guide you.
Train ride: Treviso central station to Venice Santa Lucia
Many trains connect from Treviso station to Venice S. Lucia between 5 am to 11.30 pm.
The ride costs ~ 3.6 € and the frequency is every ~ 15 to 20 minutes.
The trains are neat and look decorated. The train journey lasts about 20 minutes, serving passenger for a Treviso to Venice commute.
Tip: Don’t book online, buy tickets from the ticket machine. Also, stamp your ticket before the ride.
Alternatively, you can use google maps to find the above-mentioned public transport route. If you are on budget, this option is the best Venice travel advice.
2. Take a quick Shuttle service transfer
Treviso Airport transportation also involves a shuttle service. This is the ideal way to reach Venice.
Buy a ticket at the airport, board a shuttle bus, reach Venice; as simple as that. I would this option if you have a piece of check-in baggage or traveling with a family.
The counters also offer Venice transportation tips.
Two bus operators run from Treviso airport. Both cost 12€ one way.
- ATVO
- Barzi service
Note: Both bus shuttles don’t operate from midnight (12.00 am) to early morning (7.30 am). Taxi is the only option.
ATVO
Buy the tickets either at the arrival hall or at the ATVO airport counters. Look for the name ‘Brusutti’ for ATVO buses. Near the airport exit, there is an info point. The journey lasts about an hour. The service runs every day from 7.30 am until 12.00 am.
Barzi service
Booking online gives you 10% off. Visit the Barzi official website to book a transfer. But before booking, take your flight delays into account. So its better to buy at the airport terminal counters or with the driver directly. Barzi services are short (8.00 am – 10.00 pm)
If you are looking for an efficient travel to Venice, then the shuttle is the way to go forward.
3. Reach Venice Santa Lucia using a Taxi
Treviso Airport to Santa Lucia route can get busy during peak season. It is up to the individual to choose the best transport options to Santa Lucia.
Taxi is understandably the fastest and luxurious means of transport.
They are available 24/7 and takes about 45 min to reach Venice S. Lucia. Your fare should be between 80€ – 90 €.
Search for a taxi right outside the terminal or try calling these numbers (+39 388 283 8955, +39 320 055 3296). For detailed information about each transfer method, read welcome pickups.
‘Getting lost is the only place worth going to’, and Venice is worth getting lost. Have a romantic time in Venice. Don’t forget to include the three island tour (Murano, Burano, Torcello) to your itinerary.
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TIME OF VISIT: JUNE 2019
“Venice is like eating an entire box of chocolate liqueurs in one go.” ―