In 2026, the cost for a single 75-minute ticket on the Venice Vaporetto (water bus) is €9.50. This ticket allows you to travel on any ACTV line (excluding those to the airport) and transfer between boats within the time limit. Because single tickets are relatively expensive, most tourists purchase a time-limited ACTV Travel Card: a 24-hour pass is €25, a 48-hour pass is €35, and a 72-hour pass is €45. For those under 29, the Rolling Venice card offers a significantly discounted 3-day pass for approximately €27. It is essential to validate your ticket at the electronic readers before boarding each time to avoid a heavy fine. For a much cheaper alternative, locals and savvy tourists use the "Traghetto"—large gondolas that ferry people across the Grand Canal at designated points for just €2.00 per crossing. Note that the Vaporetto is the primary lifeline of Venice, running 24/7, though service is less frequent during the "N" (Notturno) night schedule.