There are 5 ways to get from Innsbruck to Mestre by train, bus, night bus, car or plane
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Innsbruck to Mestre by train
The train journey time between Innsbruck and Mestre is around 5h 58m and covers a distance of around 379 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 13m. Operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Railjet, Trenitalia and others, the Innsbruck to Mestre train service departs from Innsbruck Hbf and arrives in Venezia Mestre. Typically 42 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 5 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Negative COVID-19 result is required for quarantine release
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival (certificate required)
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- FFP2 masks are required on all public transport
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Mestre is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Mestre is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Mestre is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 1500.
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Last updated: 13 May 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Innsbruck to Mestre is to night bus which costs €20 - €25 and takes 5h 25m.
The quickest way to get from Innsbruck to Mestre is to drive which costs €55 - €80 and takes 3h 38m.
Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and arriving at Venice Mestre. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Innsbruck to Mestre. However, there are services departing from Innsbruck Hbf and arriving at Venezia Mestre via Brennero Brenner and Verona Porta Nuova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
The distance between Innsbruck and Mestre is 207 km. The road distance is 379.9 km.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Mestre without a car is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €55 - €130.
It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Innsbruck to Mestre, including transfers.
Innsbruck to Mestre bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.
Innsbruck to Mestre train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Brennero Brenner station.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Mestre is to train which takes 5h 58m and costs €55 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €30 and takes 6h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €300 and takes 6h 24m.
- Distance: 207.5 km
- Duration: 5h 58m
What companies run services between Innsbruck, Austria and Mestre, Italy?
You can take a train from Innsbruck to Mestre via Brennero Brenner and Verona Porta Nuova in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Innsbruck to Mestre via Verona in around 6h 10m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €650
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via Vienna, Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €160 - €550
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via Frankfurt, Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 40m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €230 - €650
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 32m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €160 - €550
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via London Gatwick
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 20m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €300
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 20m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- €280 - €1100
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Venice via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- When
- Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €150 - €600
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Brennero Brenner to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 6m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €16 - €35
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €28 - €32
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €16
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €14 - €16
Frequently asked questions
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €50
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €12 - €17
- Base Standard
- €27 - €40
- Base Premium
- €30 - €50
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €40
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- €15 - €22
- Smart Low Cost
- €13 - €18
- Smart Flex
- €28 - €40
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Venezia Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Verona
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €15 - €19
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Verona to Venice Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Night bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Venice Mestre
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €20 - €25
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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There is no direct flight from Innsbruck Airport to Venice Airport. The quickest flight takes 3h 25m and has one stopover.
Innsbruck to Mestre bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Venice Mestre station.
Innsbruck to Mestre train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia Mestre station.
Yes, the driving distance between Innsbruck to Mestre is 380 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Innsbruck to Mestre.
Transavia Holland, KLM, easyJet and four other airlines offer flights from Innsbruck Airport to Venice Airport.
There are 1499+ hotels available in Mestre. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Innsbruck Airport is to bus which takes 9 min and costs €2 - €4.