What are the Venice Water Bus Operating Hours? The Vaporetti has 23 different lines and the timings vary for each route. The main route operates from 5 AM to midnight, while the night lines run from 11:30 PM to 5 AM. During high tide, service is limited.

In Venice, the primary water bus service, known as the vaporetto, operates 24 hours a day, although the frequency and routes change significantly after dark. Most standard daytime lines, such as Line 1 and Line 2, run from approximately 5:00 AM until midnight. After midnight, the dedicated Night Service (Line N) takes over, running from roughly 11:30 PM until 5:00 AM. The "N" route connects major hubs like Piazzale Roma, the Santa Lucia train station, the Rialto Bridge, and San Marco, as well as the islands of Giudecca and Lido. During the night, boats typically run every 30 to 40 minutes, which is less frequent than the 10–20 minute intervals seen during the day. It is important for travelers to check the specific timetable at the landing stages, as some seasonal lines may stop earlier. The night vaporetto is an essential service for those enjoying Venice's late-night dining or arriving on late-night trains and buses from the mainland.