There are 5 ways to get from Venice to Lovran by train, car, ferry, bus or shuttle
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train, drive • 3h 20m
4 alternative options
Ferry, bus • 5h 19m
Ferry, bus via Rovinj • 7h 27m
Drive • 2h 49m
Shuttle, bus • 7h 43m
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Croatia from Italy
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
Conditions of entry into Croatia from Italy
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Croatia
1.5m
Mandatory
Considerations leaving from Italy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Croatia is currently allowed from Italy.
Explore travel optionsDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Lovran is 00385 91 468 30 32.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Lovran is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Lovran is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 00385 91 468 30 32.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Italy from Croatia.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 16 May 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Venice to Lovran is to train and drive which costs €21 - €40 and takes 3h 20m.
The quickest way to get from Venice to Lovran is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 49m.
The distance between Venice and Lovran is 153 km. The road distance is 229.1 km.
The best way to get from Venice to Lovran without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 19m and costs €60 - €80.
It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Venice to Lovran, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Lovran is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Venice to Lovran.
There are 229+ hotels available in Lovran. Prices start at 750 kn per night.

- Distance: 152.7 km
- Duration: 3h 20m
What companies run services between Venice, Italy and Lovran, Croatia?
There is no direct connection from Venice to Lovran. However, you can take the train to Trieste Centrale then take the drive to Lovran. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Venice to Lovran via Pula and Pula in around 5h 19m.

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 Venezia S. Lucia to Trieste Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 80 kn - 160 kn
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- 140 kn - 160 kn
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +385 52 356 500
- brioni@brioni.hr
- Website
- brioni.hr
Bus from Pula to Lovran

- Phone
- +385 1 6113 073
- info@croatiabus.hr
- Website
- croatiabus.hr
Bus from Pula to Lovran
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 49m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 60 kn - 90 kn
- Schedules at
- croatiabus.hr
- Book at
- croatiabus.getbybus.com
Bus from Rovinj to Lovran
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 65 kn - 95 kn
- Schedules at
- croatiabus.hr
- Book at
- croatiabus.getbybus.com

- Phone
- +386 1 320 4530
- info@goopti.com
- Website
- goopti.com
Shuttle from Venice Airport to Rovinj
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 29m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- 290 kn - 2.800 kn
- Schedules at
- goopti.com
- Shared
- 290 kn - 320 kn
- Private
- 1.500 kn - 2.800 kn

- Phone
- +385 52 422 896
- sales@venezialines.com
- Website
- venezialines.com
Ferry from Venice to Pula
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 18m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 430 kn - 550 kn
- Website
- Venezia Lines
Ferry from Venice to Rovinj
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 430 kn - 550 kn
- Website
- Venezia Lines
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