
Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket
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3.3/5
Based on 272 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket worth booking?
Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket is a 0.5-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $18 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.3/5 rating across 272 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 3.3/5 (272)
- Duration
- 0.5 hours
- From
- $18 per person
Easily reach the heart of Venice from Marco Polo Airport with Alilaguna waterbuses while enjoying an incredible view of the city. Alilaguna is the fastest, most comfortable and direct way to reach Venice center, Murano
What you get
About this experience
Easily reach the heart of Venice from Marco Polo Airport with Alilaguna waterbuses while enjoying an incredible view of the city. Alilaguna is the fastest, most comfortable and direct way to reach Venice center, Murano, Lido and Cruise Terminal. Alilaguna owns three lines with different routes: 1)ORANGE LINE - stops: Airport Madonna dell'Orto Guglie San Stae Rialto Sant'Angelo Ca' Rezzonico Santa Maria del Giglio BLUE LINE - stops: Airport Murano Colonna F.te Nove Ospedale Bacini Certosa Lido S.M.E. Arsenale San Zaccaria San Marco Zattere Giudecca Stucky RED LINE - stops -OPERATIVE ONLY DURING SUMMER: Airport Murano Museo Certosa Lido S.M.E. Arsenale San Zaccaria San Marco Giudecca Zitelle Giudecca Stucky
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 272 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
272 verified traveler reviews for Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Easy and on time
Easy and simple way to get to the airport. We booked a one-way ticket leaving from Venice and heading to Marco Polo Airport. Our pick up stop was the San Stae station, which was convenient and easy to access. The boat was on time. They scan your online ticket (I purchased mine the night before online), and the driver helps you on the boat with your suitcase. They keep all of the luggage on the deck, and require the passengers to sit below in the cabin. It was about a 40 minute ride to the airport. I usually get seasick, but the boat was fast enough that it was fine. Once you arrive at the airport, it is a 10 to 15 minute walk to get to the main security area from the ferry terminal, but it is all covered, or indoors, and was very easy. The boat was very full, and I do wonder what would’ve happened if more people have been trying to get on at the last stop. I don’t know if they would pack people in, which would be very uncomfortable, or if they limit the number of tickets that can be purchased. I would definitely purchase ahead of time just to make sure.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to write this review! Your feedback is important to us! We are pleased to read that you had such a good experience with us! We hope that you enjoyed Venice and the boat ride! We are improving our trip experiences as we go, better suited to the feedback left by you! If you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to contact us! Regards, Bucintoro Viaggi
via Tripadvisor
Works good when you follow instructions
Everything goes smoothly if you read instructions when you buy the ticket via Tripadvisor. This ticket works also fron Venice to the Airport, however, you can change the voucher to ticket only at 2 ticket offices in Venice
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to write this review! Your feedback is important to us! We are pleased to read that you had such a good experience with us! We hope that you enjoyed Venice and the boat ride! We are improving our trip experiences as we go, better suited to the feedback left by you! If you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to contact us! Regards, Bucintoro Viaggi
via Tripadvisor
Disneyesque way to arrive into Venice
Upon arrival at the airport file signs to the water taxi. They leave every 30 minutes for Venice. It's well organized and incredibly inexpensive way to get into the city. We booked a hotel in front of one of the stops to facilitate baggage handling. Great shuttle service.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking time out of your day to write this review! Your feedback is important to us! What you wrote it's really appreciated by Our company! We are pleased to read that you had such a good experience with us! We hope that you enjoyed Venice and the boat ride! We are improving our trip experiences as we go, better suited to the feedback left by you! If you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to contact us! Best regards, Bucintoro Viaggi
via Tripadvisor
Water taxi
When getting to the water taxi from baggage clam the water taxi signs are blue but they don't tell you which way to go also there is a bit of a wait for the water taxi but not to long 20mins
via Viator
Great service
Easy to find water bus departure from airport. where just follow signs. Exchanged voucher for ticket at ticket office where you board.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 95
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.
How much does Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $18 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Venice usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket take?
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Plan for about 0.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Venice is not rushed.
Is Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.3/5 across 272 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Venice, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket?
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Around 95 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Venice can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Venice and add a light layer if any part of the 0.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Airport - Venice Waterbus Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Venice within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Venice?
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On Outty we rank every Venice experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine in Venice, Eating Venice Small Group Food & Drinks Tour, Venice Bacaro Food Tour: Eat and Drink like a Venetian. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Venice?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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