Car rental at Venice Mestre Train Station
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Situated just a few kilometers from the city center, the Venice Mestre railway station (locally referred to as Stazione di Venezia Mestre) ranks among the busiest and most significant railway junctions in northern Italy. Catering to over 85,000 passengers daily, the station operates more than 500 trains each day, providing travelers with a more affordable and convenient option to explore all the major tourist attractions in Venice.

The Venice Mestre railway station is situated on the mainland, directly opposite the canal from Venice, adjacent to the Ponte della Libert? (Liberty Bridge). Trains operate around the clock, including high-speed, regional, and national services that frequently link most of Italy's major cities, particularly Rome and Milan. Additionally, there are direct connections available to Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France, Russia, Poland, Belarus, and the Czech Republic.

A quick 10-minute link connects passengers traveling between Mestre and the adjacent Venice Santa Lucia station, which is in close proximity to the historic city center. From this location, numerous fascinating attractions in Venice can be reached by boat, bicycle, or on foot, including the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square, the renowned Sighs Bridge, and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, among others.

A car rental at Venice Mestre Train station provides visitors with direct access to the surrounding Veneto region, known for its vineyards, historic medieval villages, and numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Dolomites and the Orto Botanico di Padova, the oldest botanical garden globally. Venetia also boasts one of Europe’s most captivating cities, Verona, which was the backdrop for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and is a must-visit for its stunning Roman arena.

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Station Information

Part of the newly created Pan-European corridor 5, Venice Mestre station is a strategic hub located at the convergence point of several major railway lines in northern Italy, notably the Milan-Venice, Venice-Udine, Trento-Venice, Venice–Trieste and Adria–Mestre. A series of recent expansion and improvement projects have helped to establish Mestre more as an autonomous station and less as a popular suburban station for travellers to central Venice. Venice Mestre is a big station, also for long distances, where almost all the trains arriving and leaving from Venice Santa Lucia stop there. The journey startinga at Venice Mestre station can take you to many directions, such as Bologna (continuing to Florence and Rome), Trieste and Verona (continuing to Milan, Turin and Munich in southern Germany).

Venice Mestre Train Station
Adress : Viale della Stazione, Venice, Italy 30171
Telephon : +39 041 9239 73

Where to pick up a car rental at Venice Mestre Train Station

Most of the car rental companies at Venice Mestre Train Station are located in close proximity to the station, including Hertz, Avis, Alamo, and Enterprise. To ensure a smooth vehicle pick-up at the rental agency, it is essential to have all required documents, such as your passport, driver’s license, and credit card, ready before you arrive at the office. If you intend to explore the historic center of Venice, we recommend parking near the Mestre station (there are several reasonably priced parking facilities in it's vicinity) and traveling to the city by train, bus, or tram to avoid the high parking fees around Venice Santa Lucia station.

	Enterprise at Venice Mestre Train Station P Le Favretti Binario 1, Venice, Italy 30171 +39 041 923973	Opening Hours : Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
	Alamo at Venice Mestre Train Station P Le Favretti Binario 1, Venice, Italy 30171	Opening Hours : Monday - Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
	Hertz at Venice Mestre Train Station Via Cappuccina 169, Venice, Italy 30172 +39 041 5383668	Opening Hours : Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 12:30 and 14:30 - 17:30 Saturday : 08:30 - 12:30; Sunday: closed
	Avis at Venice Mestre Train Station Via Venezia 3, Venice, Italy 30171 +39 041931957	Opening Hours : Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 18:30 Saturday : 08:00 - 12:30; Sunday: closed

Station facilities

As a bustling railway station situated on the outskirts of one of Europe’s prominent tourist hotspots, Venice Mestre station provides its travelers with an extensive array of contemporary amenities and services, including a convenient luggage storage facility and a highly regarded buffet area. The station is positioned in the center of a thriving residential neighborhood, with numerous shops, cafes, restaurants, and bars located just a short distance from the main entrance. A delightful spot for a respite, Piazza Ferretto features traditional bistros and eateries that offer homemade regional specialties such as risotto, ravioli, pizza, and more.

How to get to and from Venice Mestre Train Station

Reaching Venice Mestre Train Station by car is straightforward, as it is accessible via the A57 motorway that links the main road to downtown Venice. To get to the Venice Mestre station, simply take the Mestre exit and follow Via della Libert? (SR11). After you have collected your cheap car hire at Venice Mestre Train Station and secured a parking spot in one of the numerous car parks, you can utilize public transport to access the historic city center. Numerous trains depart from the station, crossing the Ponte della Libert? (Liberty Bridge). The travel time to Santa Lucia station, situated in the heart of Venice, is approximately ten minutes, with trains operating from early morning until late evening. Alternatively, you may opt for the local bus service from Venice, which connects Venice Mestre to Piazzale Roma. The ATVO Bus Express line from Treviso airport offers a journey of about an hour to Piazzale Roma, one of Venice's primary tourist terminals. The ATVO Fly Bus line from the Venice Marco Polo Airport arrives and departs close to the station. Additionally, the tram service, which takes around 20 minutes and stops at Venice Mestre, is available, although it operates on a single line and demand can often surpass supply during the summer months. Taxis are readily available, and the travel time to and from Mestre by road typically ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It is also feasible to walk from Venice Mestre station to the center of Venice, which takes about an hour and a half.

Parking Tips

For those who plan car rental at Venice Mestre Train Station, it is advisable to park in the mainland section of the city, as this option is more economical. From there, you can easily access the city or the historic center via public transport to explore the tourist attractions. Parking your rental car in the Mestre area presents the most cost-effective choice when compared to the parking fees on the opposite side of the Ponte della Libert? bridge. Notable car parks in proximity to Venice Mestre station include SABA Venezia Mestre Stazione, Delfino Autorimessa, and Europa Venezia Mestre parking, all of which offer good security and ample space. Alternatively, you may consider leaving your vehicle at a Park & Ride facility on the outskirts of Mestre and utilizing the complimentary shuttle service to reach Venice Mestre Train Station.

Useful links

Venice Official Tourism Website

Official website of Venice Mestre Train Staion