THE SHORT VERSION
Venice to Naples at a glance.
- From
- Venice Venezia
- To
- Naples Napoli
- Road distance
- About 728 km
- Straight line
- 535 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Naples to Venice →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Venice
Venice is car-free, so buses stop at the edge of the city. Piazzale Roma is the terminus on the island side; many long-distance coaches use Mestre or Tronchetto on the mainland.
- 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.
Arriving in Naples
Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
- Naples bus terminal (Metropark)
South of Napoli Centrale railway station. Many national and international operators. - Piazza Garibaldi
In front of Napoli Centrale. Some services stop here.
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.
- Keep valuables close in busy station areas.
KEEP GOING
From Naples, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Naples
More buses from Venice
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Venice from Naples by road?+
About 728 km by road (535 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Venice to Naples take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 30 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 Venice?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Venice include Piazzale Roma, Venezia Mestre, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Naples to Venice?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Naples to Venice guide.
Where does the bus from Venice arrive in Naples?+
It depends on the operator. In Naples, services use Naples bus terminal (Metropark), Piazza Garibaldi. Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Naples?+
Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
What kind of bus runs from Venice to Naples?+
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 Venice to Naples 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 Naples by bus?+
Direct buses from Naples include Rome, Florence, Milan, Zurich, Lyon and more. See all connections on our Naples bus page.
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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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