How to get from Venice to Murano: take an ACTV vaporetto from a Venice departure point such as Piazzale Roma, Ferrovia or Fondamente Nove. Murano is a lagoon island known for glassmaking, so the boat trip can be paired with the Murano Glass Museum or time along the canals.
- Routes: ACTV Lines 3, 4.1, 4.2 and 12 connect Venice with Murano.
- Ticket reference: Venezia Unica gives a standard 75-minute ACTV ticket price of €9.50.
- Museum: The Murano Glass Museum displays glass objects dating from the 1st to the 20th century.
Getting from Mestre to a Murano departure point
From Mestre, first make your way to Venice by train or bus, then continue to a vaporetto stop for Murano. Venezia Mestre station is about an 18-minute walk from Venice Park House, making the station a practical starting point for the mainland-to-island leg.
For the rail connection between the mainland and Venice, the Venice to Mestre by train guide covers station and connection details. Once in Venice, choose a departure point that matches the planned route: Line 3 serves Piazzale Roma and Ferrovia, while Fondamente Nove is served by Lines 4.1, 4.2 and 12.
A one-day Venice route from Mestre can help arrange time in the historic centre before heading to the islands. Check the transfer you plan to use and allow time to reach the correct vaporetto stop.
Which vaporetto routes go to Murano?
ACTV Lines 3, 4.1, 4.2 and 12 connect Murano with different points around Venice and the lagoon. The best fit depends on the starting point and whether the trip continues to another island.
Line 3 runs between Piazzale Roma, Ferrovia and Murano, then returns by way of Ferrovia to Piazzale Roma. Lines 4.1 and 4.2 also serve Murano and connect it with Fondamente Nove, Ferrovia and other Venice stops; their loops differ, so check the direction and stop sequence when boarding.
At Fondamente Nove, Line 12 departs from stop A for Murano, Burano and Treporti. Lines 4.1 and 4.2 leave from stop B for Murano. Confirm the stop and direction against ACTV’s current information before setting off, since routes and schedules can change.
Where should you get off on Murano?
Choose a Murano stop based on the route and the part of the island to visit. ACTV’s stop map shows that Line 4.1 serves Murano Colonna, Murano Faro, Murano Navagero and Murano Museo; Line 4.2 serves Murano Colonna, Murano Serenella and Murano Venier.
Murano Museo is served by Line 4.1 and puts passengers at the stop named for the island’s Glass Museum. For a visit focused on canals and island streets, check the stop pattern for the chosen line and get off where it best fits the walking route. Fondamenta dei Vetrai is one waterfront area to include while exploring the island.
What glassmaking sights can you visit?
Murano’s glassmaking tradition is the island’s defining attraction, and the Murano Glass Museum offers a historical view through glass objects dating from the 1st to the 20th century. The museum’s single-entry admission is €15 for a full-price ticket and €7.50 for reduced admission.
Reduced admission applies to children aged 6–14, students aged 15–25, visitors over 65, Rolling Venice Card holders and ISIC holders. Online booking is available only for reduced tickets for children aged 6–14, students aged 15–25 and visitors over 65. Other reduced-price and free tickets are issued at the ticket office when the required documents are presented.
The museum’s displayed opening hours are 10:00–17:00. Hours and fares can change, so check the official site before you go. For demonstrations or workshops, confirm directly with the venue planned for a visit rather than assuming a glassmaking activity is included with museum entry.
Should you add Burano or keep the day simple?
Murano can be combined with Burano by using ACTV Line 12, which connects Fondamente Nove with Murano Faro, Mazzorbo, Torcello, Burano, Treporti and Punta Sabbioni. This makes an island-hopping day possible, but adds another stop to the plan.
For a simpler outing, spend the day on Murano: visit the museum, walk beside the canals and leave room for the return trip. To include Burano, check the Line 12 sequence and current departures before setting out so the two islands can be fitted into the day.
How do you plan the return journey?
Return to Venice on a route that serves the preferred destination, checking the direction and departure point before boarding. Line 3 returns from Murano via Ferrovia to Piazzale Roma, while Lines 4.1 and 4.2 follow their respective loops. Line 12 can also connect Murano with Fondamente Nove and other lagoon stops.
Venezia Unica gives these ACTV ticket prices: a standard 75-minute ticket for €9.50, a 24-hour pass for €25, a 48-hour pass for €35, a 72-hour pass for €45 and a 7-day pass for €65.
The time-limited ACTV travelcards cover land and water public transport services. Compare the ticket options with the travel planned, and verify current fares and departures with ACTV or Venezia Unica before travelling.
A one-day Venice route from Mestre can help fit the city and island legs together.
FAQs
How do you get from Venice to Murano?
Take an ACTV vaporetto from a Venice stop served by a Murano route. Lines 3, 4.1, 4.2 and 12 connect the island with Venice and lagoon destinations.
Which vaporetto stop is best for the Murano Glass Museum?
Murano Museo, served by Line 4.1, is the stop named for the island’s Glass Museum. Check the current route and stop information before boarding.
Can you visit Murano and Burano on the same trip?
Yes. Line 12 connects Murano and Burano, as well as other lagoon stops, so both islands can be included in one outing.
How much does the Murano Glass Museum cost?
Single-entry admission is €15 full price and €7.50 reduced price. Confirm current admission details with the museum before visiting.