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There are 10 ways to get from Venice to Budva by plane, car, car ferry, bus or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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Fly Venice to Brindisi, drive, car ferry  •  18h 10m

  1. Fly from Venice (VCE) to Brindisi (BDS) VCE - BDS
  2. Drive from Brindisi to Bari 1
  3. Take the car ferry from Bari 1 to Durrës
  4. Drive from Durrës to Budva

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Train, bus  •  23h 9m

  1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Trieste Centrale Re / ...
  2. Take the bus from Trieste to Dubrovnik
  3. Take the bus from Dubrovnik to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

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Fly Venice to Bari, car ferry, drive  •  16h 52m

  1. Fly from Venice (VCE) to Bari (BRI) VCE - BRI
  2. Take the car ferry from Bari 1 to Durrës
  3. Drive from Durrës to Budva

Fly Venice to Podgorica, bus  •  9h 21m

  1. Fly from Venice (VCE) to Podgorica (TGD) VCE - TGD
  2. Take the bus from Sutomore to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

Fly Venice Treviso to Tirana, bus  •  11h 48m

  1. Fly from Venice Treviso (TSF) to Tirana (TIA) TSF - TIA
  2. Take the bus from Tirana to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

Train to Bologna, fly to Tirana, bus  •  12h 35m

  1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bologna Centrale
  2. Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Tirana (TIA) BLQ - TIA
  3. Take the bus from Tirana to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

Train, bus, drive  •  17h 47m

  1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Trieste Centrale Re / ...
  2. Take the bus from Trieste Piazza Libertà to Karasovići
  3. Drive from Karasovići to Budva

Bus via Split  •  19h 10m

  1. Take the bus from Venice to Split Bus Station N535
  2. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

Bus  •  20h 1m

  1. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione to Ston Zaton Doli
  2. Take the bus from Zaton Doli to Budva , Autobuska Stanica

Drive  •  10h 56m

  1. Drive from Venice to Budva 941.5 km

Venice to Budva by bus

5 Weekly Buses
19h 10m Average Duration
€69 Cheapest Price
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The cheapest way to get from Venice to Budva is to train and bus which costs €30 - €110 and takes 23h 9m.

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The fastest way to get from Venice to Budva is to fly and bus which takes 9h 21m and costs €95 - €370.

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No, there is no direct bus from Venice to Budva. However, there are services departing from Venice and arriving at Budva , Autobuska Stanica via Split Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 10m.

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The distance between Venice and Budva is 1249 km. The road distance is 941.5 km.

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The best way to get from Venice to Budva without a car is to bus via Split which takes 19h 10m and costs €65 - €100.

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It takes approximately 18h 10m to get from Venice to Budva, including transfers.

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Venice to Budva bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venice station.

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Venice to Budva bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, arrive at Budva , Autobuska Stanica station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Budva is 942 km. It takes approximately 10h 56m to drive from Venice to Budva.

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Map of how to get from Venice to Budva.
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  • Distance: 1248.7 km
  • Duration: 18h 10m

What companies run services between Venice, Italy and Budva, Montenegro?

You can take a bus from Venice to Budva via Split Bus Station in around 19h 10m.

Airlines
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Venice to Brindisi
Ave. Duration
1h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€45 - €430
Flights from Venice to Bari
Ave. Duration
1h 20m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€23 - €390
Flights from Venice to Podgorica via Berlin Brandenburg
Ave. Duration
4h 50m
When
Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
€85 - €390
Flights from Venice Treviso to Tirana
Ave. Duration
1h 40m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€40 - €290
Flights from Bologna to Tirana
Ave. Duration
1h 40m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€30 - €230
Ulendo Airlink
Website
flyulendo.com
Flights from Venice Treviso to Tirana
Ave. Duration
1h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€40 - €420
Flights from Bologna to Tirana
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€40 - €410
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Venice to Brindisi via Rome
Ave. Duration
3h 27m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€70 - €300
Flights from Venice to Bari via Rome
Ave. Duration
3h 17m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€60 - €270
Flights from Venice to Podgorica via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
5h 20m
When
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price
€150 - €550
Flights from Bologna to Tirana via Rome
Ave. Duration
4h 10m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
€90 - €600
Austrian Airlines
Website
austrian.com
Flights from Venice to Podgorica via Vienna
Ave. Duration
5h 16m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€170 - €550
Flights from Bologna to Tirana via Vienna
Ave. Duration
3h 40m
When
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price
€200 - €700
Air Serbia
Website
airserbia.com
Flights from Venice to Podgorica via Belgrade
Ave. Duration
5h 20m
When
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price
€150 - €550
FlexFlight ApS
Website
flexflight.dk
Flights from Venice to Podgorica via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
When
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price
€140 - €600
Air Albania
Website
airalbania.com.al
Flights from Bologna to Tirana
Ave. Duration
1h 40m
When
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Estimated price
€85 - €480
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bologna Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 33m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€15 - €55
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€15 - €21
Base Standard
€30 - €45
Base Premium
€35 - €55
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Trieste Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 44m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
€18 - €65
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€18 - €26
Base Standard
€35 - €50
Base Premium
€45 - €65
ItaloTreno

Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Venezia Santa Lucia Station to Bologna Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 34m
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€35 - €45
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€35 - €45
Smart Flex
€35 - €45
Trenitalia

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bologna Centrale
Ave. Duration
2h 6m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€12 - €22
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€20 - €22
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Trieste Centrale
Ave. Duration
3h 49m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€17 - €29
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€26 - €29
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Bus operators
Zejdin Tours
Phone
+382(30)/411-880
Email
zejdin-tours@t-com.me
Website
zejdin-tours.com
Bus from Sutomore to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
40 min
Frequency
Twice daily
Schedules at
zejdin-tours.com
Croatia Bus
Phone
+385 (0) 91 2181 455
Email
info@croatiabus.hr
Website
croatiabus.hr
Bus from Sutomore to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
40 min
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€7 - €11
Schedules at
croatiabus.getbybus.com
Bus from Split Bus Station to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
7h 25m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€16 - €23
Schedules at
croatiabus.getbybus.com
Bus from Zaton Doli to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
4h 5m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€11 - €16
Schedules at
croatiabus.getbybus.com
Bus from Dubrovnik to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
2h 50m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€9 - €14
Schedules at
croatiabus.getbybus.com
Niksic Prevoz
Phone
+382 67 245 666
Email
niksic.prevoz@gmail.com
Website
facebook.com
Bus from Sutomore to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
45 min
Frequency
6 times a week
Schedules at
busticket4.me
Drita Travel
Phone
+355692348608
Email
info@dritatravel.com
Website
dritatravel.com
Bus from Sutomore to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
1h 10m
Frequency
3 times a week
Schedules at
dritatravel.com
Old Town Travel
Phone
+382 32 520 495
Email
info@kotortotirana.com
Website
kotortotirana.com
Bus from Tirana to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
5h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€20 - €27
Schedules at
kotortotirana.com
Pistoia viaggi
Phone
+393293958604
Email
info@pistoiaviaggi.com
Website
pistoia-viaggi.it
Bus from Trieste Piazza Libertà to Karasovići
Ave. Duration
11h 29m
Frequency
Once a week
Schedules at
pistoia-viaggi.it
FlixBus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).

Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Venice to Split Bus Station
Ave. Duration
10h 45m
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
€50 - €75
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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Artani Travel
Phone
+355 69 31 41 219
Email
info@artanitravel.com
Website
artanitravel.com
Bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione to Ston Zaton Doli
Ave. Duration
13h 46m
Frequency
Once a week
Schedules at
pistoia-viaggi.it
Arriva Croatia
Phone
+385 (0)72 660 660
Email
info@arriva.com.hr
Website
arriva.com.hr
Bus from Trieste to Dubrovnik
Ave. Duration
14h 30m
Frequency
Twice a week
Estimated price
€6 - €11
Website
https://www.arriva.com.hr/en-us/home
Bozur
Phone
+382 20 633 807
Email
bozur.cg@gmail.com
Website
bozur.net
Bus from Dubrovnik to Budva , Autobuska Stanica
Ave. Duration
3h
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€16 - €30
Schedules at
bozur.net
Ferry operators
Adria Ferries
Phone
+3907150211621
Email
booking@adriaferries.com
Website
adriaferries.com
Car ferry from Bari 1 to Durrës
Ave. Duration
9h
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€65 - €150
Schedules at
adriaferries.com
Outside cabin 2 beds
€114
Inner cabin 2 beds
€100 - €150
Deck
€65 - €75
Car
€100 - €110
Inside cabin 2 beds
€94 - €99

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