Venice Water Taxi
Transfer from Marco Polo airport to Venice by water taxi
Marco Polo airport (VCE) is the main airport of the city of Venice; It's located in the mainland, opposite to Venice Island (13 kilometres), and it is reachable both by water taxi (from Venice island) and ground transportation (from Venice Piazzale Roma and Venice cruise terminal).
There are several ways to get into Venice, by ground transportation (taxi, bus) and by water (private water taxis, shared, water bus) and the price may vary greatly, depending on the selected option (see below)
The most comfortable way to reach Venice island and Venice cruise terminal from Marco Polo airport is our Private / Premium service, that includes Meet & Greet on your arrival at airport; A private car from the airport building to the water taxi dock (Darsena) located 10 minutes by walk far from the airport building, and a "door-to-door" premium service, with new and premium/luxury boats.
Our boat will take you directly to the hotel dock or, in case the hotel does not have a private dock, to the closest public dock.
If your are arriving to Treviso airport, please check this page instead.
If you are arriving to Marco Polo airport, after collecting your luggage, you will find your driver in front of the luggage claim area exit door, holding a board with your name.
Our representative will take you to your car to reach the water taxi dock, located 8 minutes by walk away from the arrivals building.
Your traditional Venice water taxi will be waiting for you here, for an unforgettable, hassle-free, first contact with Venice city and the lagoon.
The trip from Marco Polo airport to Venice city centre is approximately 30 minutes. A 30 minutes extension tour through the Canal Grande (additional fee required) is also available, we suggest you to take this tour on arrival in order to enjoy a first look of the city by an unconventional point of view.
You can also choose ground transportation from Marco Polo airport directly to Piazzale Roma, the only location accessible by ground transportation, and the Cruise Terminal (Stazione Marittima or San Basilio). Mercedes E Class vehicles and Mercedes V Class and Sprinter vans are available for groups of 3, 5 and 8 passengers. For groups with extra luggage we suggest a Mercedes Sprinter Van.
Services included in our fares:
- Meet and Greet at airport, 1 hour of waiting from landing time. The driver will check the arrival time of the flight and will schedule the pickup time accordingly.
- Private Minivan from airport building to water taxi pier
- Private Water taxi from Marco Polo to your final destination
- Premium Water Taxi or Luxury Water Taxi (wood-made boat)
For return transfers (from Venice to both airports) we will pick you up at Hotel dock (where available) or at the nearest public dock available.
For special requirements (large groups, daytrips, luggage assistance / porters, luggage storage..), please feel free to contact us to ask for a taylored solution.
Water Taxis can accommodate up to 8 people and luggage (10-12 people withour luggage). You can choose a standard fiberglass water taxi or a Luxe wood-made boat.
Our vehicles can accommodate 3 (Mercedes E / S), 5 passengers (Mercedes Viano) and 8 people (Mercedes Sprinter).
Venice airport transfers available from/to Venice Marco Polo airport, Treviso Canova aiport but also Bergamo airport, Milano Linate, Milano Malpensa, Verona and Bologna airports.
Book your transfer now through our booking form.
Marco Polo airport to Venice, common questions from our Customers
How much is a water taxi from Marco Polo airport to Venice? There are many different prices and options, depending on the type of service provided, the exclusivity and comfort required. The starting fee for a private transfer is 120€ (without meet & greet and any assistance).
How long does water taxi take from Venice to Marco Polo airport? The standard time is 30 / 35 minutes. We usually suggest to schedule your pickup at least 2,5 hours before your flight departure time.
How do you get from Venice airport to hotel? ATVO BUS departs each 30 minutes from Marco Polo airport directly to Piazzale Roma; the fare is 6€ each passenger and the ticket can be bought at the arrival’s hall, after luggage claim area (machine or ATVO desk).
ACTV BUS departs each 15 minutes, but depending on the bus number, it will make some intermediate stops during the ride, before attiving to Piazzale Roma; The price is also 6€ and tickets are available at machines in the arrivals hall.
Water Bus Alilaguna. Departing from the dock located 10 minutes by walk far from the airport building, each 30 or 60 minutes depending on the time of the day, from 06:15 to 00:00 (also during weekends and public holidays).
There are 3 lines:
- Blue line (from airport to San Marco square and cruise terminal, trough Murano and Lido di Venezia); the ride from Marco Polo airport to San Marco is 1 hour and 15 minutes; from the airport to the cruise terminal is 1 hour and 50 minutes
- Orange line (from airport to Rialto and Santa Maria del Giglio); Duration 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Red line (from Marco Polo airport to Murano, Lido di Venezia and San Marco); The ride from the airport to San Marco is 1 hour and 10 minutes. Availability from 09:00AM to 06:PM only from April to November.
Tickets are available in the arrival’s hall of the airport; The price is 15€ per passenger.
Both shared and private water taxis are also available at the airport; you can book it directly on your arrival at the water taxi desk located inside the airport building. As you will have to queue at desk and also wait for your boat at the dock, our suggestion is to book it online before your arrival, to avoid unnecessary waiting and hassles on arrival.
Is my booking a private or shared transfer? We only provide private transfers. This means no queues, no waiting for other passengers to arrive and no additional stops.
Where will the driver meet my party? Where is the meeting point?
Pickup at Marco Polo airport: The driver will be waiting in the arrival’s hall of the airport, after your party has collected their luggage and cleared customs. He/She will be holding a sign with the Lead Passenger name provided in the booking form.
Pickup at the hotel: If the hotel is provided with a private dock, the driver will meet you here. Otherwise we will contact you before the departure to provide the closest dock available for pickup.
Pickup at private address: We will contact you before the departure to confirm the closest dock available for pickup.
Can I contract luggage assistance in Venice? Due to local regulations, the driver can’t leave unattended the boat, so he will not able to assist you with luggage from the dock to your address or hotel. In this case we can provide a “porting service” at an affordable fee. Please contact us if you need assistance with your luggage.
Are there any extra fees for credit card payments? No, we never charge any additional fees for online credit card payments. The price you see is the price you pay.
Which is the difference between a standard Water taxi and a Premium/Luxe one? Standard/Premium Venice Water Taxis are modern boats made by fiberglass, infused resin or a combination of both materials. Luxury Water Taxis are traditional wood made boats (mahogany or teak) with plenty of luxury details and elegant leather interiors.
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Enjoy the most comfortable transfer from Marco Polo airport to Venice and from Treviso airport to Venice with us.
Our Private Transfer service at Marco Polo and Treviso Airports include:- Meet & Greet service: Our assistant will be waiting for you at the airport arrival halls, holding a nameboard.
- Private Shuttle to the water taxi peer at Marco Polo: Private minivan from the airport terminal to the water taxi dock (to avoid 10 minutes walking), for your total comfort. For Customers arriving at Treviso airport, we will provide a private vehicle to Piazzale Roma dock, in Venice.
- Flight Arrival time check (your pickup will be rescheduled un case of flight delay)
- Any-size groups: in addition to standard water taxis (up to 10 passengers), we also provide mid-size and large boats for groups up to 100 passengers
Exclusive Premium and Luxury boats!
Luxury Water taxis are the limousines of Venice: With their spacious leather-upholstered cabins and private captains to chauffeur you up the Grand Canal or between the airport and your hotel, they offer an experience that you won't forget in a hurry.
All Luxury boats are the sleek polished wood variety with open air seating behind the driver and an undercover area. So don't miss out that special first glimpse on your trip to Venice, book your transfer now!
Enjoy a Canal Grande sightseeing Tour! Select "Canal Grande sightseeing" in the booking form and your taxi will cross the city through the Canal Grande during 30 minutes, for an unforgettable magical experience. Take the most of your transfer from Marco Polo airport to Venice by adding a 30 minutes extension tour at a very affordable price!
Easy reservation in only 3 steps!
- ONE: Select your pick up and destination locations from the list. For any hotel in Venice city, simply select “Venice city” and fill the hotel name in the space below the selection.
- TWO: Know immediately the exact price, all included.
- THREE: Pay secure with credit card or Pay Pal, and your transfer will be automatically confirmed!
Water taxis certainly are the ideal solution for those who wish to travel into Venice, in a fast and comfortable way, avoiding queues and waiting-time. Our large fleet of Premium and Luxury boats is present at all the main arrival and departure points (Marco Polo airport, Venice Cruise Terminal, Santa Lucia Railways station, Tronchetto car and bus park). We also complement the water taxi service with ground transportation for those arriving or departing from other locations in the mainland (Mestre Railways station, Treviso airport). Capillarity is one among our features in serving Venice with taxis: whatever the itinerary is, our passengers will find a fast, reliable, comfortable and safe water taxi service. Enjoy a wonderful journey from the Airport to the front door of your accommodation in Venice with a Premium or Luxury water taxi!
We also provide hourly-based hire to visit, in addition to Venice, also Murano, Burano, Torcello, Lido di Venezia and any other destination in the lagoon, delivering a unique experience to visitors to admire the fascinating “City on the Water”, from an unusual and unforgettable perspective.
You can choose a standard fiber-glass Premium water taxi or a Luxury wood-made traditional water taxi for your family or group, carrying up to 10 people and 10 standard suitcases from the airport directly to your destination in Venice, or to Venice Cruise Terminal, Piazzale Roma, Lido di Venezia or any other destination.
We also provide combined transport service from Treviso Airport to Venice, with a ground transportation from Treviso to Piazzale Roma and with water transportation from Piazzale Roma to your hotel in Venice.
Your total comfort is guaranteed by our Meet & Greet service (our driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals lounge of the airport holding a sign with your name) and our private shuttle service from the airport terminal to the water taxi dock, already included in our fares.
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Common questions from our Customers
How much is a water taxi from airport to Venice? There are many different prices and options, depending on the type of service provided, the exclusivity and comfort required. The starting fee for a private transfer is 120€ (without meet & greet and any assistance).
How long does water taxi take from Venice to airport? The standard time is 30 / 35 minutes. We usually suggest to schedule your pickup at least 2,5 hours before your flight departure time.
How much is a taxi from Venice to the airport? Our starting fee is 160€ (4 passengers with 4 standard suitcases).
How do you get from Venice airport to hotel? In addition to private transfers, you can also take the waterbus, leaving from the dock located 7 minutes by walk far from the arrival’s terminal.
The water bus provides a slow but cheap option to reach the main locations within Venice: Rialto (1 hour), San Marco (1 hour and 15 minutes), Fondamente Nuove (40 minutes), Guglie (45 minutes).
You can also reach Piazzale Roma by bus, in approximately 25 minutes. More information about buses here.
Is my booking a private or shared transfer? We only provide private transfers. This means no queues, no waiting for other passengers to arrive and no additional stops.
Where will the driver meet my party? Where is the meeting point?
Pickup at airport: The driver will be waiting in the arrival’s hall of the airport, after your party has collected their luggage and cleared customs. He/She will be holding a sign with the Lead Passenger name provided in the booking form.
Pickup at the cruise terminal: The driver will meet you at the disembarking terminal, holding a board with your name.
Pickup at Santa Lucia railway station: The driver will meet you at the water taxi dock located in front of the station main entrance, on the right. You can also add the Meet & Greet option, during the booking process, to request to meet the driver at the train platform on arrival.
Pickup at the hotel: If the hotel is provided with a private dock, the driver will meet you here. Otherwise we will contact you before the departure to provide the closest dock available for pickup.
Pickup at private address: We will contact you before the departure to confirm the closest dock available for pickup.
Can I have luggage assistance? Due to local regulations, the driver can’t leave unattended the boat, so he will not able to assist you with luggage from the dock to your address or hotel. In this case we can provide a “porting service” at an affordable fee. Please contact us if you need assistance with your luggage.
Any extra fee for credit card payments? No, we never charge any additional fees for online credit card payments. The price that you see is the price that will you pay.
Which is the difference between a Premium Water taxi and a Luxury one?
Standard/Premium Venice Water Taxis are modern boats made by fiberglass, infused resin or a combination of both materials. Luxury Water Taxis are traditional wood made boats (mahogany or teak) with plenty of luxury details and elegant leather interiors.
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