Airport Transfers

Water Bus Transfers: Venice Marco Polo Airport to/from Venice City

Rialto Bridge over Grand Canal with boat in Venice, Italy.

Water bus on Venice Grand Canal with historic buildings and Santa Maria della Salute in the background.

Young woman on a water bus in Venice, looking out at the sea.

Alilaguna water bus docked at a pier in Venice, Italy.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Extended validity

Visit anytime until 12 May, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today

Transfers available

4.2/5

(2,456)

Harald R

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

there was no loss in time to get our ticket. It is a 10 minutes walk to the boat. Within a couple of minutes the boat left and it took us about 40 minutes to arrive in Arsenale. There was no complain

Catriona L

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We booked a round trip for 4 which suited us. We still needed to queue for a while but less so on the return journey which had a fuel smell. However the sail was very enjoyable with excellent views.

Verena R

Solo

Verified booking

Mar 2026

As always, I used Alilaguna for the transfer from Marco Polo Airport to my hotel on the Canale della Giudecca. It's a wonderful way to arrive in Venice at a leisurely pace and slowly say goodbye again. I also really appreciate that the staff are very friendly and helpful, assisting me with my heavy suitcase and offering a hand when I board the boat, which gently rocks in the waves.

Mrs Lisa R

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

When we arrived at Venice airport the queue for the boat was long, probably a popular time, Friday lunchtime , but the queue did move quite quickly and within 30 minutes we were aboard. We got seats, our vaporetto stop was the 2nd one so the trip took around 30 mins. It's definitely the best way to start a break in Venice, better than getting the bus or train, in my opinion much more atmospheric and quite good value for money.

Katharine C

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Super easy service..straight off the flight and after a 10 minute walk I was on the water taxi amd winging my way to Venice. I had a superb day trip to Venice amd returned in the evening again via the water taxi. Pre booking saved me a lot of money and I would happily recommend this service to everyone.

Christelle B

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Top experience, I recommend it. We bought a 3-day pass and used our ticket for all public transportation, the round-trip airport-Venice bus transfer, the bus station-Venice center transfer, the round-trip to visit Murano, and all vaporetto rides to get around.

Hop on these one-way/round-trip water bus transfers between Marco Polo Airport & various stops in Venice City to reach your destination within 2 hours.

Skip long waiting times as water buses depart every 30 to 80 minutes, gliding down three unique and convenient routes.

There’s no need to worry about your luggage! You can securely store them on board and soak up Venice’s stunning canal views.

Enjoy flexibility with your tickets by using non-activated tickets anytime within 1 year from the date of purchase.

One-way/round-trip water bus transfers to/from Marco Polo Airport & Venice City

Access to Blue, Orange, and Red Lines

Luggage space for 1 suitcase & 1 carry-on

Not valid on ACTV Vaporetto or land buses

FREQUENCY30 to 60 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. Marco Polo Airport
2. Murano Colonna
3. F.te Nove A (Fondamenta Nove)
4. Ospedale
5. Bacini
6. Certosa
7. Lido S.M.E. C (Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta)
8. Arsenale
9. San Zaccaria B1 (San Zaccaria Church)
10. San Marco (Giardinetti)
11. Zattere
12. Giudecca Stucky
13. Tronchetto
14. Railway Station (S. Lucia)
End point
End point
FREQUENCY30 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. Railway Station (S. Lucia)
2. Tronchetto
3. Giudecca Stucky
4. Zattere
5. San Marco (Giardinetti)
6. San Zaccaria B1 (San Zaccaria Church)
7. Arsenale
8. Lido S.M.E. C (Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta)
9. Certosa
10. Bacini
11. Ospedale
12. F.te Nove A (Fondamenta Nove)
13. Murano Colonna
14. Marco Polo Airport
End point
End point
FREQUENCY30 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. Marco Polo Airport
2. Madonna dell'Orto
3. Guglie
4. San Stae
5. Rialto
6. Sant'Angelo
7. Cà Rezzonico
8. Santa Maria del Giglio
End point
End point
FREQUENCY30 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. Santa Maria del Giglio
2. Cà Rezzonico
3. Sant'Angelo
4. Rialto
5. San Stae
6. Guglie
7. Madonna dell'Orto
8. Marco Polo Airport
End point
End point
FREQUENCY60 to 85 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. Marco Polo Airport
2. Murano Colonna
3. F.te Nove A (Fondamenta Nove)
4. Ospedale
5. Bacini
6. Lido S.M.E. C (Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta)
7. San Zaccaria B1 (San Zaccaria Church)
8. San Marco (Giardinetti)
End point
End point
FREQUENCY60 to 80 minutes
Timeline
Map
Start point
Starting point
1. San Marco (Giardinetti)
2. San Zaccaria B1 (San Zaccaria Church)
3. Lido S.M.E. C (Lido Santa Maria Elisabetta)
4. Bacini
5. Ospedale
6. F.te Nove A (Fondamenta Nove)
7. Murano Colonna
8. Marco Polo Airport
End point
End point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Harald R
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
there was no loss in time to get our ticket. It is a 10 minutes walk to the boat. Within a couple of minutes the boat left and it took us about 40 minutes to arrive in Arsenale. There was no complain
Catriona L
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We booked a round trip for 4 which suited us. We still needed to queue for a while but less so on the return journey which had a fuel smell. However the sail was very enjoyable with excellent views.
Patrick L
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
The pier is easy to find You buy your ticket online but have to pick it up at the ticket counter (a waste of time) Very long wait to board the boat. The boat is very slow It takes 1 hour and 5 minutes to reach the terminal—too long
Torunn B
Solo
Verified booking
4 days ago
Easy to buy voucher and easy to exchange it to a ticket. Easy validation on Alilaguna boat. Lovely boat trip from the aitport to my stop Zattere.
Laura M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The vaporettos are always very punctual, and the experience is like no other. Everything was perfect.

These tickets are valid for 30 days from the date of purchase.

Your ultimate water bus adventure

Immerse yourself in the essence of Venice, starting your journey the moment you land at Marco Polo Airport with a direct water bus transfer. Reach your destination in less than 2 hours. If you miss your transfer, you can board the next one as they arrive every 30 to 60 mins. Choose from 3 lines to discover the city's most scenic spots. Whether it's the iconic landmarks of St. Mark's Square or the charming canals of the Rialto area, each route promises a unique ride.

Multiple ways to explore Venice

Venice runs on vaporettos (water buses), sleek water taxis, and romantic gondolas. Walk the charming alleys or hop on a traghetto for a quick canal crossing. Buses and trains connect to the mainland, while bike rentals work in Lido. Taxis exist, but boats rule the lagoon!

What to Bring

Luggage within the allowed limit (1 suitcase + 1 carry-on per person).

What’s not allowed

Extra luggage beyond the allowance (additional fees apply).

Multiple pets or pets not inside a suitable carrier.

Accessibility

These water buses are not wheelchair accessible.

Additional Information

Guests are required to exchange their Headout voucher for tickets at a designated point before boarding.

Your tickets are valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Round-trip tickets must be kept securely and used within 30 days from the date of first validation.

In case of fog or bad weather, service may switch to a car transfer to Piazzale Roma.

Service staff is available at Desk 71 (Marco Polo Airport, first floor).

After arrival at Marco Polo Airport, follow signage that leads to the dock/water-bus/vaporetto area. You will have to walk for 5–10 minutes from your terminal to the dock to board your boat.

Transfer Details

Please click here for detailed route maps and timetables.

Blue Line

From Marco Polo Airport to the Railway Station

First water bus: 5:20am

Last water bus: 12:20am

Frequency: Every 30 to 60 minutes

From the Railway Station to Marco Polo Airport

First water bus: 8:20am

Last water bus: 9:20pm

Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Orange Line

From Marco Polo Airport to Santa Maria del Giglio

First water bus: 8:35am

Last water bus: 11:05 pm

Frequency: Every 30 minutes

From Santa Maria del Giglio to Marco Polo Airport

First water bus: 6:15am

Last water bus: 7:15pm

Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Red Line*

From Marco Polo Airport to San Marco Giardinetti

First water bus: 8:50am

Last water bus: 5:15pm

Frequency: Every 60 to 85 minutes

From San Marco Giardinetti to Marco Polo Airport

First water bus: 7:21am

Last water bus: 3:45pm

Frequency: Every 60 to 80 minutes

* Please note that the Red Line is seasonal and only operates in summer, from April to November.

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