How to get to Belluno: train, plane, car and bus
Practical guide to reaching Belluno by train, plane, car and bus. All connections and tips for arriving at the gateway to the Belluno Dolomites.
How to get to Belluno
Belluno, capital of the northernmost province of Veneto, is the gateway to the Belluno Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set between the Piave river and the pre-Alps, it offers an extraordinary mountain landscape. Getting there requires some planning, but connections are better than you might expect.
Getting there by train
Belluno station is on the Padua-Calalzo di Cadore railway line, served by Trenitalia regional trains. From Venice Santa Lucia you can reach Belluno in about 2 hours and 15 minutes with a change at Conegliano or Padua. From Padua, the direct train takes about 2 hours.
From Milan Centrale, the journey takes about 4 hours with a change at Venice Mestre or Padua. From Bologna, you go via Padua with a total time of about 3 hours and 30 minutes.
The Belluno-Calalzo line continues towards the Dolomites, with stops at Longarone (for the Vajont) and Pieve di Cadore. The route along the Piave valley is particularly scenic.
Practical tips
- Belluno station is 10 minutes' walk from the historic centre and Piazza dei Martiri
- Regional trains are frequent during peak hours, less so in the afternoon
- In summer, Trenitalia sometimes runs special trains to Cortina via Calalzo
Getting there by plane
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the nearest, about 110 km away. From the airport, the ATVO bus reaches Venice Mestre in 20 minutes, from where you continue by train to Belluno. Total journey time is about 3 hours.
Treviso Canova Airport (TSF) is about 90 km away. From the terminal, a shuttle bus reaches Treviso Centrale, then train to Belluno via Conegliano.
Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) is an alternative with international flights, about 200 km away. Car hire at the airport is recommended for those wanting to explore the Dolomites freely.
Getting there by car
From Venice, take the A27 Venice-Belluno motorway (Autostrada Alemagna), a scenic motorway climbing from the Veneto plain to the pre-Alps: about 110 km in 1 hour and 15 minutes. The motorway ends at Ponte nelle Alpi, just a few kilometres from Belluno.
From Milan, the route follows the A4 to Venice (or Conegliano exit), then the A27 to Belluno: about 350 km in 3 hours and 30 minutes. From Bologna, the A13 to Padua then the A27: about 250 km in 2 hours and 45 minutes.
From Trento, the SS47 Valsugana road and then the SS50 del Grappa offer an alternative route through Feltre: about 110 km in 1 hour and 45 minutes, but the scenery is stunning.
Parking
- Lambioi car park: free, 5 minutes from the centre, convenient and spacious
- Piazza dei Martiri: paid parking in the heart of the city
- Former hospital car park: close to the historic centre
- In winter, snow chains are mandatory on mountain roads
Getting there by bus
Dolomiti Bus runs intercity services in the Belluno province, with routes to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Agordo, Feltre and the main mountain centres. FlixBus connects Belluno with Venice, Milan and other Italian cities.
The bus station is next to the railway station. Services to Cortina d'Ampezzo (about 1 hour and 30 minutes) are frequent and useful for those wanting to reach the Dolomites without a car.
Getting around the city and the Dolomites
Belluno's historic centre is compact and explored on foot. Piazza dei Martiri is the city's main square, from which you can reach the Cathedral, Palazzo dei Rettori and the panoramic Via Mezzaterra. The Piave flows at the foot of the old town, offering atmospheric walks.
For the Dolomites, a car is the most versatile option. Cortina d'Ampezzo is 70 km away, Alleghe and the Marmolada about 50 km, Lake Santa Croce is 20 minutes. Dolomiti Bus offers seasonal services to the main tourist resorts.
In summer, CAI trails start directly from the city surroundings. Cable cars and lifts in the surrounding valleys are reachable by car in 30-60 minutes.
Discover Belluno
Now that you know how to get there, plan your stay:
- Where to stay in Belluno for finding the ideal accommodation between city and mountains
- What to see in Belluno in 2 days for an itinerary between the historic centre and the Dolomites
- Where to eat in Belluno to discover Dolomite mountain cuisine
Practical info
When is the best time to visit How to get to Belluno?
The recommended time is June, July, August, September, December, January and February, when it is less crowded.
Is How to get to Belluno crowded?
How to get to Belluno is a almost deserted destination compared with the more touristy ones.
Where is How to get to Belluno?
How to get to Belluno is located in Belluno, Veneto, Italy.
