Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels
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Traveler rating
4.1/5
Based on 77 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels worth booking?
Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels is a 0.2-hour experience in Venice, Italy, from $181 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 77 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (77)
- Duration
- 0.2 hours
- From
- $181 per person
Start your Venice vacation with ease by booking this private arrival transfer by water taxi from Santa Lucia Station or the bus station at Piazzale Roma to your Venice hotel. Choose from one of two drop-off points in cen
What you get
About this experience
Start your Venice vacation with ease by booking this private arrival transfer by water taxi from Santa Lucia Station or the bus station at Piazzale Roma to your Venice hotel. Choose from one of two drop-off points in central Venice or Venice Lido, and then hop aboard your private water taxi to travel to your destination in style; it’s that easy!
What's included
Included
- One-way private water taxi transfer
Not included
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
City of Venice · Italy
Options you can book
Santa Lucia FS to Lido am
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the train station to Venice Lido hotel between 7am & 9pm. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
From Piazzale Roma to Lido am
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the bus station to Venice Lido hotel between 7am & 9pm. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
From Piazzale Roma to city
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the bus station to central Venice hotel between 7am & 9pm. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
Santa Lucia FS to City pm
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the train station to central Venice hotel between 9pm & 7am. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
From Piazzale Roma to city PM
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the bus station to central Venice hotel between 9pm & 7am. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point.. Pickup included
Santa Lucia FS to Lido pm
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the train station to Venice Lido hotel between 9pm & 7am. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
From Piazzale Roma to Lido pm
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the bus station to Venice Lido hotel between 9pm & 7am. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
Santa Lucia FS to City am
Meet and greet service: private arrival from the train station to central Venice hotel between 7am & 9pm. Your representative will meet you at the terminal and take you to the pier embarkation point. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bucintoro Viaggi
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The duration of transfers is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may attract a small additional fee, payable direct to driver
- Infants aged 3 years and under travel free of charge. They must be seated in the lap of an adult. No child seats or baby seats are provided
- Price is per person, based on 6 adults per car/vehicle
- Due to the Hotel Marriot location (Isola delle Rose), transfer to/from this Hotel are subjected to a surcharge of €20, payable on spot
- If you're planning a day trip to Venice and staying outside the city, please note that an access fee will be required on certain dates.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 77 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
77 verified traveler reviews for Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very quick and easy...
Very quick and easy experience! Someone was waiting for us right off the train and the water taxi was waiting for us. Very well done, thank you for the easy experience!
via Viator
Nice but overpriced
The instructions were conflicting and not clear to locate the rep. And when they were finally located it took awhile to finally get the transport. Although the ride was nice. I feel like it is overpriced for the amount of time it took to get to the hotel (less than 10 mins)
via Viator
So smooth
Our guide met us at the train platform and quickly got us to our water taxi. He assisted us with our luggage also and even had a few suggestions on out of the way places to go.
via Viator
Didn't get what we paid for
We paid multiple times the regular cost of a shared water taxi for a private one straight to our hotel yet for dropped a 10 min walk to the hotel because the taxi doesn't fit in the small canals. No warning ahead that we had to walk and no offer to have a gondola take us the rest of the way. A water taxi doesn't cost €180 one way from Piazzale Roma to the hotel stop! And we paid NOT to have to walk with our luggage for 10 mins or even 5! It. Just catch a water taxi at the stop. Don't pay extra via Viator!! It wasn't the taxi driver's fault. Viator lied to us.
via Viator
A great welcome to Venice
When we arrived at the train station we were immediately met with a greeter holding a sign with my name on it. She assisted us out of the train station and onto our prearranged water taxi. It was very windy that day so she explained that the boat drivers had to use alternative routes that day so there was a short delay of about 10 minutes. Perfectly fine since our train had been delayed and so our timing was off. Once our taxi arrived he loaded all of our luggage and then us onto the beautiful boat. We had a pleasant ride right up to our hotel water entrance (how cool is that). It was a pleasant transfer and start to our vacation.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $181 to $246
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Venice.
How much does Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels cost?
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Prices start at $181 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 Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels take?
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Plan for about 0.2 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 Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 77 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 Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels?
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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 Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels?
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Around 27 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 0.2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Arrival Transfer: Venice Train or Bus Stations to Venice Hotels 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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