Vaporetto line selector
Pick origin and destination across the lagoon. The tool returns the cheapest line, the fastest line, and the "is walking faster" call.
What this solves
The ACTV map is dense: 20+ lines, multiple operators (ACTV, Alilaguna, cooperative services), and a "you can walk faster" call that depends on whether your group has luggage, the tide is high, or the bridge at Ponte dell'Accademia is broken again. Most "how to get from X to Y" guides ignore the fact that the same trip costs €9.50 for the Alilaguna and €1.50 for an ACTV single ride. This tool returns the line number, the time, the cost, and the honest "is this walkable" answer for two stops and a context.
How to read the result
The fastest line is the one with the fewest transfers. The cheapest line is the one with the lowest fare, not counting a multi-day pass. "Walk vs ride" is honest about whether the route is under 25 minutes on foot; above that, with luggage, or with elderly travelers, ride wins even when walk is technically faster.
The Alilaguna (blue boats with the orange logo) is an airport service — it appears in some routes only as a fallback when the airport stop is the origin. Don't use it as a city ferry; it costs more and stops less.
Limitations
FAQ
Is the Alilaguna the same as the vaporetto?
No. Alilaguna is a separate airport service with three lines (blu, rossa, arancio) from Marco Polo. It runs on its own timetable and is not included in ACTV passes. Use it only for the airport trip.
Can I buy a single ticket from the dock?
Yes, at the ACTV ticket office or the dockside vending machine. Buy before boarding or the on-board fine is €100+. Mobile tickets via the ACTV app are accepted on all urban lines.
Why does line 1 take so long?
Line 1 is the slow Grand Canal ferry from Piazzale Roma to San Marco. It is scenic, not efficient. If you want speed, take line 4.1 or 4.2 from Ferrovia.