Checked offer from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Venice: Bus, about 2h 30min – 3h, from €26. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): Cortina Express, Taxi Cortina Sci; main departure point: Cortina d Ampezzo Via dei Campi Schools.
One option to get from Cortina d'Ampezzo to Venice
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cortina Express | Bus | Cortina d Ampezzo Via dei Campi Schools | €26 | 4 |
| Taxi Cortina Sci | Van / transfer | €437 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Coaches out of the mountains fill up in ski season, August and holiday weekends. Booking early secures your seat and avoids paying more at the last minute or being stuck in Cortina with no place on board.
Venice can be reached through different stops, some on the mainland and some closer to the historic centre. Read the arrival name on your ticket so you do not end up far from your hotel.
Before travelling, check the exact boarding stop on your confirmation. In a mountain town, stops can differ by operator or season, and arriving at the wrong one means watching your coach leave without you.
If you have a train or flight after Venice, leave a comfortable margin. Mountain roads can be slowed by snow, roadworks or heavy holiday traffic, so avoid tight connections on the same day.
Luggage goes in the hold, but space is limited when the coach is full. Keep your documents, ticket, water and a layer of clothing in a small bag with you, as temperatures change quickly between the Dolomites and the lagoon.
The journey experience
Cortina d'Ampezzo sits in the heart of the Dolomites, and Venice is the lagoon city most travellers want to reach next. If you are wondering which mode suits this trip, the option compared on this page is the bus, a practical and direct way to travel without a car. The table on this page shows duration and price side by side, so you can decide at a glance.
The coach takes you from the mountains down to the Veneto plain in one journey, with no need to piece together connections. Seats are generally comfortable, there is luggage space under the vehicle, and you get views of the valleys on the way. It suits independent travellers who want to keep things simple, stick to a sensible budget and avoid dragging bags through several changes.
Venice has several arrival points, so the main thing to check is where your coach actually stops: the historic centre side or the mainland side. Look at the stop name on your confirmation before you leave, and plan how you will continue to your hotel. Book ahead in high season and during winter holiday weeks, when mountain traffic is heavy. With a confirmed ticket and the right stop in mind, this trip is easy.
Frequently asked questions — Cortina d'Ampezzo → Venice
Bus fares for this route start from 26 €, and the typical price goes up to 27 €. Prices can vary by date and demand, so booking ahead in high season is wise. The live price shown on this page at booking time is the one that counts for your travel date.
By bus, the journey takes about 2 h 30 to 3 h. The exact time depends on traffic, weather and the stop where you get off in the Venice area. In winter or on busy holiday weekends, allow some extra margin before any onward train or flight.
The option compared on this page is the bus, which is a direct and budget-friendly way to travel without a car, with fares from 26 €. It spares you the effort of arranging several connections from the mountains. Book ahead in busy periods to secure a seat.
Coaches leave from the bus station area in the centre of Cortina d'Ampezzo. Since stops can change by operator and season, always check the boarding point written on your booking confirmation, and arrive a little early so you can find the right place and load your luggage calmly.
The arrival point depends on the service you book, and Venice has several possible stops, on the mainland or nearer the historic centre. Check the arrival name on your ticket before leaving, then plan the last stretch to your hotel, which may involve a local bus, tram or waterbus.
Why visit Venice?
- ✓ Glide down the Grand Canal on a vaporetto (line 1) past more than 170 palaces and the Rialto Bridge
- ✓ Explore St Mark's Basilica, its golden mosaics and the Doge's Palace, then climb the Campanile for lagoon views
- ✓ Take a boat to the islands: glassblowers on Murano, lace and colourful houses on Burano, Romanesque Torcello
- ✓ Get lost in Cannaregio and Dorsoduro, with cicchetti and a spritz in a bacino bar or traditional bacaro
- ✓ Admire Venetian art at the Gallerie dell'Accademia and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection
When to visit Venice?
HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE
April to June or September to October — mild temperatures, fewer crowds than summer and lower risk of acqua alta
What to do in Venice?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Venice?
Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days. In 1 day, focus on St. Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, the Rialto Bridge and a vaporetto ride along the Grand Canal. With 2-3 days, add Dorsoduro, Cannaregio and the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Sleep in the historic centre or Cannaregio to avoid the day-tripper crowds, and visit major sights early morning or at sunset.
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