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Venice Airport Water Taxi

Set cost for your Venice Airport Water Taxi

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

The best water taxis from Venice Airport

With Welcome, your trip from Venice Airport to the city centre of Venice is easier than ever! Due to the maze of canals that make up central Venice, cars can only travel as far as Piazzale Roma. In order for travellers to reach their hotels in the lagoon area, they need to continue their journey by foot or by taking a Venice water taxi. We offer a combination transfer all the way to your hotel, so all you need to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the views of one of the most beautiful cities on earth.

After exiting the baggage claim area at Venice Airport (VCE), your friendly, English-speaking driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name. There’s no need to worry if your plane is delayed, as your driver will receive updates on your delayed flight so that they can be there waiting for you, whatever time you land.

After meeting your driver, they will help you with your luggage and guide you to your designated taxi. Eager to provide you with local tips and hidden gems in Venice, your driver will answer any questions you may have about the city. Once you reach Piazzale Roma, your private water taxi will be there waiting, ready to take you directly to your hotel.

TRAINED DRIVERS

Hand picked & english speaking drivers

LOW PRICES

Same price as a regular Taxi from the line

FLIGHT MONITORING

Drivers are always on time

QUALITY SUPPORT

24/7 Email & Phone support

How much does a taxi cost?

Taxi prices
Day time
(05:00 - 24:00)
Night time
(00:00 - 05:00)
Duration
FROM VCE TO PIAZZALE ROMA
40 €
40 €
20 MIN
FROM VCE TO HOTELS IN CITY CENTRE
120 €
120 €
30 - 60 MIN
FROM VCE TO CITY CENTRE
120 €
120 €
30 - 60 MIN
FROM VCE TO VENICE LAGOON
120 €
120 €
30 - 60 MIN
FROM PIAZZALE ROMA TO VENICE LAGOON
80 €
80 €
10 - 40 MIN
Image of a bridge in Venice, with a water taxi in the canal below.

Our Venice Airport water taxi fleet

A wide array of taxi services is available for you at Venice Airport when booking with Welcome. With our large fleet of sedans and minivans, as well as private Venice Airport water taxis, we provide transfers for individuals and groups all the way to the Venice Lagoon.

Back view of a black Venice Airport taxi sedan.

CAR TYPE

Sedan

number of passengers

Up to 4

price to Piazzale Roma

From €56.50

Side view of a black Venice Airport taxi minivan.

CAR TYPE

Minivan

number of passengers

Up to 8

price to Piazzale Roma

From €63.20

Image of a bridge in Venice, with a water taxi in the canal below.

CAR TYPE

Water taxi

number of passengers

Up to 6

price to Hotels

From €100

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Directions for your water taxi transfer from Venice Airport

Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is located 14 km from Piazzale Roma, taking approximately 20 minutes by taxi. You can reach the city either by public transport or with a private Welcome taxi.

Your  Welcome driver will take you all the way to Piazzale Roma, the final point where vehicles are allowed. They will then help you board your pre-booked Venice water taxi, in order to continue your transfer into the Lagoon. Venice has an extensive network of canals that your private Venice Airport water taxi can navigate through to get you to your final destination.

When you book with Welcome Pickups, your entire transfer is taken care of, so there’s no need to worry about dealing with Venice’s complicated waterways and bridges. The total travel time from Venice Airport to the Lagoon is approximately 30-60 minutes when booking with Welcome Pickups.

Why a Venice Airport water taxi is for you

Finding your way from Venice Airport to the city centre of Venice can feel intimidating, especially when all you want to do is get to your hotel and start your holiday.

When you book a Welcome Airport taxi, one of our trusted drivers will greet you at Marco Polo Airport, drive you to Piazzale Roma in one of our stylish sedans, and then guide you to your private Venice Airport water taxi to continue your transfer to your final destination.

Welcome’s Venice Airport taxis and private water taxi services are available 24/7 for a fixed price with no hidden fees.

Cost of a Venice Airport water taxi

Local Venice Airport water taxis travelling from the airport into the Lagoon can cost anywhere from €120-€220. The final fare depends on your final destination within the Lagoon, which provider you choose, the number of passengers and your luggage items.

To secure a fixed fare at a competitive price, book a private Venice Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups. The total cost of the transfer from Venice Airport to your final destination in the Lagoon, using our combination of airport and water taxi services, starts at €150. Keep in mind that taxis to San Marco Zone B are usually more expensive, exceeding €200.

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip water taxis in Venice?

Tipping is not obligatory for Venice water taxi services. Rounding up the fare to thank the driver for an excellent service is common, but it is up to you to decide. As a rule of thumb, you can add a 10% tip if you feel like showing gratitude for impeccable service.

What are the water taxis in Venice called?

There are two types of water transportation services in Venice: water taxis and the public ferry. The locals often call the water taxis “motoscafi” and they refer to the ferry as the “vaporetto”.

How much is a water taxi from the airport to Venice?

A Venice Airport water taxi to the city centre can range from €120-€220, depending on where your final destination is located, which provider you use, vehicle type and even extra luggage. Some water taxis provide a direct journey from the airport to the Lagoon. However, the trip this option is not always available due to water level fluctuations. Plus, water taxis at the airport usually have considerably long queues! For an affordable Venice Airport water transfer that takes the same amount of time as a direct Venice Airport water taxi, book a Welcome taxi from the airport to Piazzale Roma and continue with a private water taxi into the Lagoon. Prices start at about €150.

Where do I meet my water taxi driver?

Your Venice Airport taxi driver will guide you to your water taxi once you’ve arrived in Piazzale Roma. Helping you finding your way and lending a hand with luggage, they will take you to you water taxi to continue your trip through the Venice canals.

What if my flight is delayed?

There’s no need to panic about flight delays when booking with Welcome, your taxi driver will receive frequent updates on delayed flights, so that they will certainly be there no matter what time you land.

How will I continue my transfer after reaching Piazzale Roma?

All motorised vehicles have to stop at Piazzale Roma. This means your Welcome taxi driver can only take you that far. Still, we’ve got you covered. After arriving at Piazzale Roma, your driver will guide you to a private Venice water taxi, so that you can continue your trip through the Lagoon to your hotel.

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  • Regular Car Sanitisation

  • Contactless ride

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