If you’re curious about Serie A teams near Venice, the good news is there are a few that are within easy reach, plus some still close enough to make weekend trips realistic. In this article, ZizaGoal will explore which top-flight clubs are geographically nearest to Venice, how far they are, what makes them attractive for fans visiting or living around the Veneto area, and some tips to catch matches.
Serie A clubs in the Veneto region
First off, Veneto (the region where Venice sits) has a heritage of football clubs. But in the 2025-26 Serie A season, only Hellas Verona is based in Veneto. Verona lies to the west of Venice, and the club plays at the Stadio Marc’Antonio Bentegodi.
Venice (Venezia FC) itself is not in Serie A for 2025-26 – it was relegated at the end of the previous season.
So in summary:
- Hellas Verona — the main Serie A club in the same region as Venice.
- Venezia FC — formerly in Serie A, but now in Serie B currently.
Other Serie A teams reasonably close to Venice
If you expand the map a bit outward from Venice / Veneto, there are other clubs that are fairly nearby. These clubs might be good options if you’re willing to travel a bit. Here are a few with approximate distances and travel times.
Hellas Verona (Verona)
- Distance from Venice: ~ 105-120 km (~65-75 miles), depending on route.
- Travel time: around 1 hour 15-90 minutes by car; by train about the same or slightly more depending on stops.
Udinese (Udine)
- While further, Udinese in Udine is another Serie A club in the northeastern part of Italy. It’s further away than Verona, but still reachable — especially by train or car.
Como, Parma, etc.
- Clubs like Como, Parma, or Sassuolo are also in Serie A for 2025-26. They are further away but are potential options if you’re exploring Serie A beyond the local region.
Why these teams matter to fans in/around Venice
Here are a few reasons why knowing about these Serie A teams near Venice is useful if you’re a fan or visitor:
- Accessibility: For match trips, Hellas Verona is very feasible for a day trip or weekend. You get top-flight football without too much travel stress.
- Rivalry and regional culture: Teams like Verona share more cultural and regional similarity with Venice than those far south or west. The fan atmosphere tends to reflect local identity, which can feel more “authentic” for local fans.
- Tickets and costs: Travel costs, accommodation, tickets are lower if you’re not going too far. Also, matches against Verona may be less expensive than traveling to Milan, Rome or Naples.
- Scouting and learning football history: Clubs like Hellas Verona have rich histories (league titles, promotions/relegations, playing styles) that are part of the broader tapestry of Italian football.
Quick guide to Serie A team locations & Venice
Here’s a list of Serie A teams relevant when considering proximity to Venice, with key facts:
- Hellas Verona — Verona; must-see if you want local high-level football near Venice.
- Venezia FC — based in Venice; historically part of Serie A but in Serie B now.
- Udinese — further northeast; a longer trip but doable for big away matches.
- Como — north of Venice; more distant but one of the nearer options outside Veneto.
- Parma, Sassuolo, etc. — more central/north-west; further journeys.
Distances vary, but Verona is the closest major Serie A city (about 100-120 km). Udine is further (over 2 hours by train/car), Como and Parma more so.
Travel tips & attending a match
If you plan to attend a Serie A match, here are helpful pointers:
- Train is your friend: Italy’s regional and intercity train services are good. Fast regional trains.
- Match schedule: Serie A fixtures typically on weekends; nighttime matches are common. Check home/away schedules especially for clubs like Verona to know when they host.
- Tickets & stadiums: For Verona, Marc’Antonio Bentegodi holds ~39,000 spectators. Tickets can sell out for big games against top clubs (Juventus, Milan, etc.).
- Combining with tourism: For non-residents, visiting Verona for its Roman arena, Juliet’s house, etc., plus a match makes for an excellent trip.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for Serie A teams near Venice, Hellas Verona is your closest bet — geographically, logistically, and culturally. While Venezia FC used to be in the top division, they’re out this season. For broader options, Udinese, Como, Parma, and others are feasible with more travel.
ZizaGoal hopes this gives you a map to plan match visits, understand the landscape, and feel more connected to Serie A even if Venice isn’t always in the top flight. If you like, I can pull up a map of all nearby Serie A stadia or a ranked list by travel time from Venice — want me to do that?
