Airport Transfers in Venice

Venice’s two airports, Marco Polo and Treviso, sit on mainland Italy, just across the lagoon from the city’s island oasis.

In less than 1 hour, you can speed over the water or along the causeway to comfortably reach your accommodation after your flight, or be right on time for your departure.

Book your airport transfer in Venice ahead of time to make the first or last leg of your journey a breeze.

Here's all you need to know about airport transfers, one of the most helpful transfer services in Venice.

What are the best airport transfers in Venice?

Bus transfer

One of the easiest and most efficient transfers in Venice, you can hop on a bus after your flight directly from arrivals to reach Venice city center. There's enough space on the bus for your luggage and even WiFi on board. You can also easily book a return transfer for when it's time for your departure.

Boat transfer

Start your visit to Venice with the thrill of a trip over the waves of the Venetian lagoon. Combining practicality with novelty, a boat ride from Marco Polo Airport to your Venice hotel is a charming introduction to this fairytale city. With ferries, shared water taxis or private water taxis, there are boat transfers for every budget.

Hop into a boat at docks right at the airport, and motor through the lagoon toward docks near your hotel. During the 30- to 60-minute ride, let your surroundings whet your appetite for upcoming explorations.

Boat transfers are also available for your return to the airport from Venice, and some providers offer round-trip tickets for a reduced price.

Cruise terminal transfers

Simplify your connection between your flight and cruise with prearranged private transportation between Marco Polo or Treviso Airports. Relax with the knowledge that a driver will meet you for your ride of less than 1 hour to your waiting cruise ship.

Private transfers

Flexible and stress-free, a private transfer from the airport to Venice by car, boat or both makes your connection seamless. There's no need to wait for other passengers or compete for space when you book a private ride.

With you and your group as the sole clients, your driver pays close attention to your arrival time and adjusts for delays. Choose from meet-and-greet service to premium transportation that delivers you right to your hotel door.

Transfers beyond Venice

For adventures into the Dolomites or other northern Italian locales, there’s no need to haul your luggage through train stations or hire an expensive taxi. Meet a coach, shuttle or private vehicle at Marco Polo or Treviso for a scenic drive to your destination.

How do airport transfers work?

Transfers between the city and both Marco Polo International and Treviso Airports are quick and can be delightfully scenic. Skip along the waves of the lagoon by boat or ride along the causeway from the mainland to Venice, taking in classic sights along the way.

Once you clear customs and collect your luggage, breathe easy, knowing that your trip between the airport and Venice is arranged. Make your way to the docks at Marco Polo Airport for travel by ferry or water taxi, or meet your ground transportation outside.

For private transport, your driver will greet your party with a sign bearing your name before leading you to your ground and/or water transportation. Sit back in the boat, car or van for a ride of less than 1 hour to Venice. If your final stop is somewhere other than Venice, take in the scenery as the driver whisks you through northern Italy.

How much do airport transfers in Venice cost?

Whether you want economical options or luxurious private transport, you have plenty of choices for airport transfers to Venice. Bus transfers are the most affordable choice, at around €10 per person. Shared ferry or water taxis are also affordable. Expect to pay around €20 per person for a one-way ferry ride and around €35 per person for a shared water taxi ride.

One-way private transfers with meet-and-greet service from either airport cost as low as €35 per person up to €110 per person, depending on group size. Full-service private service costs from €70 per person to €140 per person, depending on group size.

Transportation to destinations outside of Venice cost between €40 per person and €190 per person one-way, depending on travel distance and the size of your group.

What is included in the price?

Airport transfers in Venice include ground and/or water travel and capacity for one carry-on and one suitcase per person. Private transfers have two levels of service, meet-and-greet and full service.

With meet-and-greet private service, receive a warm welcome from your driver at the luggage carousel. You’ll be escorted to a private vehicle for your short car and/or boat ride to a central location in Venice. Premium service offers door-to-door transportation to local hotels, and some providers will assist with luggage.

Where is the meeting point?

Airport transfers in Venice are available between the international airports, cruise port and the city. Water taxis can start from Marco Polo International Airport, where there are docks right outside the terminal. Any level of private service has a driver welcome you just past arrivals with a name placard to make identification simple.

How long does it last?

Ground transportation from Marco Polo Airport takes about 30 minutes, and a water taxi ride from the airport to Venice city center is around 1 hour. Connections from Treviso Airport to Venice take around 40 minutes. Transfers to Cortina d’Ampezzo or other towns in the Dolomites take 2 to 3 hours.

Travel tips

• In case of high tides or dangerous seas, water routes will be altered to driving routes.
• For shared transportation, you may wait up to 30 minutes for additional travelers.
• Keep in mind that if you have excess luggage you may be charged extra.