There are 6 ways to get from Paris to Venice by plane, train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly from Paris CDG • 4h 42m
49€ - 129€
Cheapest option
Fly from Paris Orly • 4h 33m
45€ - 143€
4 alternative options
Train • 10h 1m
140€ - 240€
Bus • 18h 30m
Bus via Milan • 18h 35m
Drive • 10h 40m
130€ - 200€
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Paris to Venice is to fly which costs 40€ - 150€ and takes 4h 33m.
The quickest way to get from Paris to Venice is to fly which costs 40€ - 150€ and takes 4h 33m.
No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Venice. However, there are services departing from Paris, Gallieni and arriving at Venezia via Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 30m.
No, there is no direct train from Paris to Venice. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Venezia S. Lucia via Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.
The distance between Paris and Venice is 844 km. The road distance is 1115.3 km.
The best way to get from Paris to Venice without a car is to train which takes 10h 1m and costs 140€ - 240€.
It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Paris to Venice, including transfers.
Paris to Venice bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, depart from Paris, Gallieni station.
Paris to Venice train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The best way to get from Paris to Venice is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs 45€ - 130€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 140€ - 240€ and takes 10h 1m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 18h 30m.

- Distance: 844.3 km
- Duration: 4h 42m
What companies run services between Paris, France and Venice, Italy?
Air France, easyJet and four other airlines fly from Paris to Venice 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paris Bercy to Venice via Torino Porta Susa in around 10h 1m.

- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 180€
Flights from Paris Orly to Venice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 180€
Flights from Paris Orly to Venice via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 180€
Flights from Paris Orly to Venice via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 180€

- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 37m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 220€

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 170€ - 600€

- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice via Dusseldorf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 380€

- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- 190€ - 600€

- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Paris CDG to Venice via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 260€

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Torino Porta Susa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 37m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 150€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 110€ - 130€
- 1st Class
- 120€ - 150€

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 Torino Porta Susa to Venezia S. Lucia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 24m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 95€
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- 30€ - 45€
- Base Standard
- 55€ - 75€
- Base Premium
- 65€ - 95€

Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Paris, Gallieni to Verona
- Ave. Duration
- 15h 30m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 65€
- Website
- Eurolines FR

- Phone
- +34 937 065 366
- Website
- barcelonanord.cat
Bus from Verona to Venezia
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Website
- Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord
Bus from Milano to Venezia
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Website
- Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord

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).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Milan, Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 50€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk

As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to Milan
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 25m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 30€
- Website
- Blablabus
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Paris CDG Airport to Venice Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 35m.
Paris to Venice bus services, operated by Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord, arrive at Venezia station.
Paris to Venice train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia S. Lucia station.
Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Venice is 1115 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Paris to Venice.
easyJet, KLM, Eurowings and three other airlines offer flights from Paris CDG Airport to Venice Airport.
There are 8376+ hotels available in Venice. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Paris to Paris CDG Airport is to train which takes 38 min and costs 5€ - 9€.