Day trip from Bologna to Mestre
Mestre lies 132 km (82 mi) north-east of Bologna, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 132 km (82 mi) apart, Mestre is a realistic day trip from Bologna: about 2 h 9 min each way by road.
| Bologna | Mestre | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 394,843 | 147,662 |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Postal codes | 40100–40141 | 30171–30175 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Mestre
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Staying in Mestre
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Common questions
How far is Mestre from Bologna?
132 km (82 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bologna; by road roughly 161 km (100 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bologna to Mestre by road?
About 2 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bologna and Mestre?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.