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Lisbon
↳ Veniceby bus.

Bus services from Lisbon to Venice are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 2390 km. By car that is roughly 25 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

2390 km by road~25 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Lisbon to Venice at a glance.

From
Lisbon Lisboa
To
Venice Venezia
Road distance
About 2390 km
Straight line
1916 km
Car time, no stops
~25 h 15 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Portugal → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Lisbon

Lisbon has direct buses from most Portuguese cities and from Spain and France. The main long-distance terminal is Sete Rios, with Oriente station a second hub for many routes.

  • Sete Rios bus terminal
    Next to Jardim Zoológico metro (blue line). Main domestic terminal.
  • Lisbon Oriente
    Parque das Nações. Many national and international coaches; connected to metro and trains.
2

Arriving in Venice

From Piazzale Roma, take a vaporetto or walk; from Mestre, a short bus or train ride crosses to Venice.

  • Piazzale Roma
    The bus terminus at the entrance to Venice. Connect to vaporetti (water buses) or walk.
  • Venezia Mestre
    On the mainland. Many long-distance coaches stop here, near the railway station.
3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

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Good to know in Venice
  • Check whether your coach ends in Mestre or Piazzale Roma.
  • Carry luggage you can manage on bridges and water buses.

KEEP GOING

From Venice, the road continues.

All buses from and to Venice

Other ways to reach Venice

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Lisbon from Venice by road?+

About 2390 km by road (1916 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Lisbon to Venice take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 25 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Lisbon?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Lisbon include Sete Rios bus terminal, Lisbon Oriente, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Venice to Lisbon?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Venice to Lisbon as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Lisbon arrive in Venice?+

It depends on the operator. In Venice, services use Piazzale Roma, Venezia Mestre. From Piazzale Roma, take a vaporetto or walk; from Mestre, a short bus or train ride crosses to Venice.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Venice?+

From Piazzale Roma, take a vaporetto or walk; from Mestre, a short bus or train ride crosses to Venice.

What kind of bus runs from Lisbon to Venice?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Lisbon to Venice bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Where can I go next from Venice by bus?+

Direct buses from Venice include Florence, Milan, Zagreb, Salzburg, Munich and more. See all connections on our Venice bus page.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Lisbon to Venice?+

Portugal and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

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