Your driver will meet you at your address in Vernazza.
Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage
Trip
You’ll travel in comfort for 4 h 30 min.
Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly
Drop-off
Your driver will drop you off at your address in Venice.
Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage
In total
388 km4 h 30 min
Questions & Answers about Traveling from Vernazza to Venice
How to get from Vernazza to Venice, Italy?
If you're traveling from Vernazza to Venice, you can take a train, a bus, or Daytrip's private car service. Flying isn't a good option since you'd first need to take a train to a larger city like Florence, making for at least a 7-hour trip.
What are the departure and arrival points in Vernazza and Venice?
Multiple departure and arrival points in Venice are found at public transportation locations at the edge of the city, such as the Santa Lucia train station. Since Venice is car-free, you'll need to navigate to these departure and arrival points unless you take a water taxi, which can take you into the city.
What other destinations are worth visiting after traveling from Vernazza to Venice?
After you've traveled from Vernazza to Venice and seen everything you want to see in the floating city, there are several destinations nearby that are worth visiting. For example, you can take trips to Moderna, Bologna, Chioggia, Piacenza, and Parma.
Can I find a direct route from Vernazza to Venice?
The only true direct route from Vernazza to Venice is to travel Daytrip. A professional friendly driver will pick you up at your accommodation in Vernazza and bring you to Venice. The direct trip is about 4.5 hours---about half the time of the bus! Since it's so much faster than the bus or train, you have plenty of time to stop for sightseeing!
What is the quickest way from Vernazza to Venice?
Despite what you might believe, the quickest way to get from Vernazza to Venice is not by flight but by car. If you travel with Daytrip, you can get from one city to the next in only four and a half hours. Flying requires taking a train first, so the total travel time is over 7 hours!
What is the distance between Vernazza to Venice?
The distance between Vernazza and Venice is 241 miles or 388 km. This is substantial, which is why it's best to choose a transportation option that is safe, comfortable, time-efficient, cost-productive, and exciting. Daytrip ticks most of these boxes and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.
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There is no other city like Venice, "The Floating City". A car trip with Daytrip will transport you from the historical and cultural gem of Vernazza, with its rugged landscapes and sweeping views, to Venice, with its more than 117 islands connected by hundreds of bridges and canals.
Along the way, you can spend your time visiting magnificent places. From a tour through Torrechiara Castle, or Italy's most decadent pleasure palaces of yesteryear, known as Palazzo Ducale, to a memorable visit to Petarca's House, who was the father of the Italian language and the Renaissance, there's much to do. You can even visit the Lamborghini Museum, which shines a light on the brand's history, or spend an afternoon immersed in lively culture in Ferrara, Europe's first modern city.
No matter where your sightseeing stops take you, you can look forward to Venice being on the horizon. Our professional English-speaking drivers will get you where you need to be so that you can begin your Venetian adventure. Prepare for inspirational artwork, literary masterpieces, stunning scenery, gorgeous historic architecture, and delicious bites.
About Venice
While today Venice is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with some of the most stupendous architecture in the world, that wasn't always the case. The city was founded in 421 CE by refugees forced into the marshlands by the invading Huns.
From its humble beginnings, Venice became one of Europe's most powerful states, ruling swaths of Italy as a mighty maritime republic. This combination of beauty and wealth earned it the nickname "the Serenissima" because it was the most serene place to live for more than ten centuries.
For many, Venice is best known for its canals, beauty, art, and architecture, but it offers far more than simply splendor. It also provides visitors with a glimpse into the past and what the world was like when many of the past's musicians, painters, sculptures, and architects laid the foundation for the future. Nowadays, their legacy has left much to be explored.
From towering churches and Renaissance-styled buildings to gondola rides, museums filled with antiquities, and libraries that one can get lost in, you'll enjoy your visit no matter what you decide to do.
From Vernazza to Venice: travel tips
Travel tips help more than you might think, so you might want to memorize the ones we've shared below before you embark on your trip from Vernazza to Venice.
There’s a tourist tax to visit Venice
Few people realize that as of April 25th, 2024, there is now an entrance fee to visit Venice. In the hopes of controlling over-tourism, the city now charges a fee of five euros to enter, so it's something you might want to keep in mind depending on when you plan to travel from Vernazza to Venice.
However, the silver lining is that the fee is only in place on peak weekends and certain days between April and mid-July for a total of 29 days.
### No direct trains from the airports to Venice
Treviso Antonio Canova Airport and Venice Marco Polo Airport are the closest airports to Venice. Both are miles away from the city, and it takes between 20 and 40 minutes to travel from and to Venice. Unfortunately, there are also no direct trains from these airports to Venice, which is why many people choose to travel with a private car service like Daytrip. There is less stress and travel-related hassle.
### Book everything in advance
Since Venice is one of the most popular cities in the world, it's unsurprising that there are not many free or inexpensive things to do there. However, if you book transport passes and sightseeing stops in advance, you can save money and get to see and do more outside and within Venice.
And even if you're not saving money, you should get skip-the-line tickets for the attractions you plan to visit in Venice. On some days there are 10s of thousands of visitors trying to get into St. Mark's Basilica, and you don't want to be stuck waiting in that line.
How to get from Vernazza to Venice
Trying to figure out how to get from Vernazza to Venice? There are only a few options: a bus, a train, or a private car service like Daytrip. To learn more about these transportation options and find which is best for you, you can have a look below:
### From Vernazza to Venice by bus
Itabus, Flixbus, and Azienda Trasporti Consortile are bus lines that offer multiple trips daily from Vernazza to Venice. Tickets tend to cost between $34 and $63, which is somewhat pricey for a bus trip. And considering the average trip length is just under eight hours, you might want to skip this if you get stir-crazy. It's also worth noting that tickets sell out fast since both destinations in Italy are popular getaway cities.
### From Vernazza to Venice by train
When traveling from Vernazza to Venice, you have a day train and a night train option.
Those who want to get to Venice from Vernazza as early as possible often book a night train, but this option often also involves taking a bus part of the way. It is less expensive than a traditional train, but the trip length is longer, about nine hours one way.
The day trains are usually between $59 and $237 one way, and the night trains are $41 to $70. Regardless of whether you take a day or night train, you'll encounter two to three transfers, with the first part of your trip undertaken with Trenitalia and the rest of the journey with ItaloTreno. You also have the option of taking a train and then a flight from Florence or Genoa to Venice, but this is at least 7 hours.
### From Vernazza to Venice by private car transfer service
Daytrip's door-to-door car service is by far the best way to travel from Vernazza to Venice. A private car ride with a professional driver will not only be the fastest way to travel—a trip only takes about four hours and 30 minutes—but you can also enjoy sightseeing stops without navigating foreign roads.
Seats start at 139 euros, meaning it's basically the same hourly rate as that grueling bus ride. And you're guaranteed a safe, exciting, reliable, and comfortable trip from start to finish. In fact, you won't even need to worry about handling your own luggage. Nice right?
Things to do when you get to Venice
From its spectacular arts and culture scene to its staggeringly beautiful architectural wonders, historical attractions, and museums, there are so many things to do when you get to Venice.
Yet, with over 117 islands linked by more than 400 bridges, making up your mind on what to do can be a challenge when driving from Vernazza to Venice, which is why we've shared some attraction suggestions worth visiting below:
### Peggy Guggenheim Collection
While most people are busy reminiscing about Venice's illustrious past, Peggy Guggenheim created her own collection focusing on Venice's contemporary art scene.
The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is housed in her single-story modernist-look palazzo on the Grand Canal and houses some of the world's greatest contemporary art pieces. The palazzo has been turned into a museum that you can tour to see artwork by Dalli, Picasso, Pollock, and more.
### Torcello
Torcello was where Venice began before Venetians decided to settle around Rialto. It's a semi-deserted island that you can visit, which is found across the water from Burano. Although Torcello used to be a thriving port, it is now only visited for its famous Locando Ciprianii restaurant and the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta. After enjoying a tasty meal at the restaurant, you can tour the 7th-century Basilica and admire the dramatic mosaic work on its walls.
### Museo del Vetro
It might not sound like an entertaining way to spend your time, but we promise visiting the Museo del Vetro, otherwise known as the Museum of Glass, is one of the best places to visit in Venice. This museum not only tells the history of glassmaking, highlighting its Middle Eastern origins and influence on Roman and medieval Venetian trade but also shows examples of some of the best glasswork ever created, from elaborate Renaissance tableware to pre-Roman vases.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
When traveling from Vernazza to Venice, it's natural to want to learn when the best time to visit is. For those who want to avoid paying the entry fee, the best time to visit is from October through late February, when there are fewer tourists and cheaper pricing across the board.
However, if you want to enjoy warm weather, visiting Venice from late spring to early summer is best. The crowds might be larger and the prices higher, but it's nowhere close to the summer masses.
Visit these sights on the way
Torrechiara Castle
Situated on a high hill overlooking the Parma valley lies the Torrechiara Castle. The fortress is one of the best preserved fortifications in the whole region. Premium Parma
Palazzo Ducale
A team of artists was brought in to create one of Italy’s most decadent pleasure palaces, known locally as ‘Delizia’, or ‘Delight’. Palace of Delights
Lamborghini Museum
For car fanatics, a visit to the Lamborghini Museum is a trip to heaven as you glimpse into the history behind the luxury show stopper. Luxury at its finest
Ferrara
Europe’s first modern city, Ferrara is a spectacular metropolis of art and culture. It blends medieval and Renaissance for a distinctive combination. City of the Renaissance
Petrarca's House
The father of the Renaissance and Italian language spent his final days in this peaceful villa. A Quiet Literary Monument
Castello di Monselice
Built over the course of several centuries, this castle complex gives a masterclass survey of Italian art and architecture. A Complex History
Good to know
Children
If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!
Pets
Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.
Tips
Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).
Luggage
Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm
Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm
Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.
Payment methods
Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!
Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.
Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!
Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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