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Giardini B to S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C

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Giardini B to S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C Ferry

Schedule, crossing time & sailings for 2026

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Departs

Giardini B

Veneto

from 3m
0.4 nm

Arrives

S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C

Veneto

Operated byACTV logoACTV
Route 199 sailings listed0.4 nm
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At a glance

The Giardini B to S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C ferry takes about 3m–4m, with 99 sailings a day between 00:04 and 23:44. It is operated by ACTV.

First sailing
00:04
Last sailing
23:44
Sailings / day
99
Crossing
from 3m

Giardini B to S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C ferry timetable

DepartsArrivesDurationOperatorRuns
00:0400:084mACTVDaily
00:2400:284mACTVDaily
00:4400:484mACTVDaily
00:4800:513mACTVDaily
01:0801:113mACTVDaily
01:2801:313mACTVDaily
01:4801:513mACTVDaily
02:1802:213mACTVDaily
02:4802:513mACTVDaily
03:1803:213mACTVDaily
03:4803:513mACTVDaily
04:1804:213mACTVDaily
04:4804:513mACTVDaily
05:1805:213mACTVDaily
05:4005:444mACTVDaily
05:5005:544mACTVDaily
06:1006:144mACTVDaily
06:3006:344mACTVDaily
06:5006:544mACTVDaily
07:0007:044mACTVDaily
07:1807:213mACTVDaily
07:3007:333mACTVDaily
07:4207:453mACTVDaily
07:5407:573mACTVDaily
08:0608:093mACTVDaily
08:1808:213mACTVDaily
08:3008:333mACTVDaily
08:4208:453mACTVDaily
08:5408:573mACTVDaily
09:0609:093mACTVDaily
09:1809:213mACTVDaily
09:3009:333mACTVDaily
09:4209:453mACTVDaily
09:5409:573mACTVDaily
10:0610:093mACTVDaily
10:1810:213mACTVDaily
10:3010:333mACTVDaily
10:4210:453mACTVDaily
10:5410:573mACTVDaily
11:0611:093mACTVDaily
11:1811:213mACTVDaily
11:3011:333mACTVDaily
11:4211:453mACTVDaily
11:5411:573mACTVDaily
12:0612:093mACTVDaily
12:1812:213mACTVDaily
12:3012:333mACTVDaily
12:4212:453mACTVDaily
12:5412:573mACTVDaily
13:0613:093mACTVDaily
13:1813:213mACTVDaily
13:3013:333mACTVDaily
13:4213:453mACTVDaily
13:5413:573mACTVDaily
14:0614:093mACTVDaily
14:1814:213mACTVDaily
14:3014:333mACTVDaily
14:4214:453mACTVDaily
14:5414:573mACTVDaily
15:0615:093mACTVDaily
15:1815:213mACTVDaily
15:3015:333mACTVDaily
15:4215:453mACTVDaily
15:5415:573mACTVDaily
16:0616:093mACTVDaily
16:1816:213mACTVDaily
16:3016:333mACTVDaily
16:4216:453mACTVDaily
16:5416:573mACTVDaily
17:0617:093mACTVDaily
17:1817:213mACTVDaily
17:3017:333mACTVDaily
17:4217:453mACTVDaily
17:5417:573mACTVDaily
18:0618:093mACTVDaily
18:1818:213mACTVDaily
18:3018:333mACTVDaily
18:4218:453mACTVDaily
18:5418:573mACTVDaily
19:0619:093mACTVDaily
19:1819:213mACTVDaily
19:3019:333mACTVDaily
19:4219:453mACTVDaily
19:5419:573mACTVDaily
20:0620:093mACTVDaily
20:1820:213mACTVDaily
20:3020:333mACTVDaily
20:4220:453mACTVDaily
20:5420:573mACTVDaily
21:0621:093mACTVDaily
21:1821:213mACTVDaily
21:2621:304mACTVDaily
21:4621:504mACTVDaily
22:0622:104mACTVDaily
22:2622:304mACTVDaily
22:4422:484mACTVDaily
23:0423:084mACTVDaily
23:2423:284mACTVDaily
23:4423:484mACTVDaily

Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.

About the Giardini B – S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C crossing

The Venetian water bus, or vaporetto, connects the Giardini B landing stage with S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C, a crossing operated solely by ACTV. This domestic Italian service is one of the shortest in the network, with a travel time of just 3 minutes for its fastest sailings. The longest journey on this direct route takes only 4 minutes. ACTV provides a high-frequency service with 136 scheduled sailings every day of the week.

Giardini to S. Elena Timetable

The vaporetto service runs continuously throughout the day and night. The first departure from the Giardini landing stage is scheduled for 00:00, with the last boat of the day leaving at 23:50. This consistent schedule makes the connection a core part of Venice's public transport system, used by both local residents and visitors accessing the Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo or the residential areas of Sant'Elena island.

From the Giardini B stop, passengers can also connect to other ACTV services heading towards Lido S.M.E. E and the island of San Servolo. The S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C stop provides onward connections to Certosa on request, as well as multiple landing stages at the Lido di Venezia. The route functions as a critical local link within the eastern part of the historic city.

Vehicles, pets & onboard

  • Time-based tickets & tourist travel cards
  • No reservation needed
  • Frequent Grand Canal lines
  • Lagoon island connections

Onboard facilities and vehicle, pet and luggage policies vary by operator and vessel; confirm details with the operator before booking.

Getting to & from the ports

Departure port

Giardini B

Veneto

Port guide & all routes

Arrival port

S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C

Veneto

Port guide & all routes

Frequently asked questions

Does this ferry cross an international border?

No, it's entirely within Italy.

Who operates the service?

ACTV runs this crossing.

What time is the first sailing?

First departure is 00:04, last is 23:44.

How many sailings run each day?

99 sailings a day, every day.

How long is the ferry ride?

Around 3m, depending on sea conditions.

How much does a ticket cost?

Ticket prices vary by operator, season and whether you bring a vehicle. Check the operator (ACTV) for current fares.

What's the fastest crossing option?

The quickest option takes about 3m. Crossing time depends on the operator and vessel — compare sailings from ACTV above.

Can I do this as a day trip?

A day trip is often possible: with a crossing of about 3m and several sailings a day (first 00:04, last 23:44), you can return the same day. Always check the return timetable before you go.

Does the ferry run all year?

Sailings run daily, and frequency can change between the summer and winter seasons. The timetable above shows the latest published departures — confirm with the operator for off-season dates.

Can I take a car on this ferry?

ACTV does not list vehicle space on this service — plan to travel as a foot passenger. If you need to bring a car, check with the operator for alternative crossings.

Can I take a pet on this ferry?

Most ferry operators allow pets on this route, usually in a carrier, on deck or in designated pet areas or cabins, and registered assistance dogs travel free. Rules and any fees vary by operator and vessel — check with ACTV, so declare your pet when booking.

What's the luggage allowance?

Foot passengers can normally bring their own luggage aboard at no extra charge, with racks or a luggage area near the entrance, and there is usually no airline-style weight limit. Oversized or excess items may carry a fee, so check with the operator if you are travelling with bulky baggage.

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Onward sailings from S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C

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Sharing a stop

Crossings calling at Giardini B or S.Elena-Stadio Penzo C

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Timetable valid Aug 30, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026.

Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated September 9, 2026.

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