Essential facts for transfers at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Updated 10/07/2026
Venice Marco Polo Airport sits just 13 km north of the city centre on the mainland. Pre-booking a private transfer eliminates queue time, luggage hassle and surge-priced water taxis, with a fixed price covering all motorway tolls.
- Airport name
- Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- Primary city served
- Venice
- Country
- Italy
- Starting price
- EUR 50.10
- Flight monitoring
- Real-time flight tracking — driver adjusts if delayed
- Waiting time
- 60 min free wait at arrivals, 15 min for other pickups
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What to know before your transfer at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Tolls, charges, terminal pickup zones and local rules that affect your private transfer at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
All tolls and emission charges included
Motorway tolls on the A4 and A27, the Venice Low Emission Zone (LEZ) fee, and all road-charge compliance are included in your fixed Transfeero price. No extra costs.
Driver meets you at arrivals baggage-hall exit
Your driver holds a name sign at the arrivals baggage-hall exit of the single terminal. No desk bookings, no lost-in-forecourt waits. Free 60-minute delay wait included.
13 km to Venice city centre in 20–45 minutes
The A4 and A27 motorways connect Marco Polo to Piazzale Roma in 20–30 minutes off-peak; peak hours (mornings and early evenings) add 15–20 minutes due to Mestre Bypass congestion.
Noleggio Con Conducente (NCC) licensed drivers
All Transfeero partners hold the official Italian NCC licence, confirming full insurance, background checks, vehicle safety and compliance with national transport regulations.
Transfer insights for Venice Marco Polo Airport
Venice Marco Polo is Italy's fourth-busiest airport and operates a single, modern terminal serving all airlines and routes. The arrivals hall flows directly from immigration to baggage claim, where passengers exit into the forecourt. Your driver will meet you at the arrivals baggage-hall exit holding a name sign, before any taxi queue or transport desk—no walk to a distant collection point. The airport's forecourt operates under standard Italian rules: no long-term waiting in vehicle bays, making pre-arranged pickup essential for reliability.
The route to Venice city centre uses the A4 motorway and A27, covering roughly 13 km to Piazzale Roma, the road network's terminus on the lagoon. Off-peak travel takes 20–30 minutes door-to-door; during peak hours (07:00–10:00 and 16:00–19:00 weekdays) expect 35–45 minutes as Mestre Bypass traffic builds. The route is straightforward once clear of the airport, but morning rush and pre-dinner congestion can add 15–20 minutes unpredictably.
The motorway system includes tolls charged at roughly 7–8 cents per kilometre, totalling approximately EUR 1.50–2 for the airport run. Venice also operates a Low Emission Zone requiring Euro 3 (petrol) or Euro 4 (diesel) compliance; non-compliant vehicles face EUR 163 fines. All Transfeero partners hold the official Italian Noleggio Con Conducente (NCC) licence, confirming insurance, background checks and vehicle standards. Your fixed Transfeero price includes every toll, emission-zone compliance and road charge—zero surprise bills.
Compared to the local alternatives, a pre-booked private transfer beats the pain points decisively. The ACTV Aerobus (€8, 25 min) demands luggage wrestling and a crowd during arrivals; Alilaguna water taxis (€140–160, 25–30 min) surge-price on demand and queue unpredictably; land taxis queue at the forecourt rank (metered, typically EUR 40–50) but reach only Piazzale Roma, forcing a vaporetto onward. A Transfeero transfer delivers direct point-to-point service, a child seat if needed, and certainty—the driver tracks your flight in real time and waits free for 60 minutes if you're delayed.
Ways to get from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Venice — compared
Real time, real cost, real trade-offs across the realistic transport options at this airport.
| Mode | Time | Cost | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACTV Aerobus (line 5) | 25 minutes | EUR 8 per person | Very cheap, frequent every 15 minutes | Luggage wrestling, crowds, no direct drop-off |
| Alilaguna water taxi (vaporetto) | 75 minutes | EUR 18 one-wayEUR , 32 return | Scenic, no road traffic, authentic Venice entry | Slow, infrequent in off-peak, queues at arrivals |
| Private water taxi to central Venice | 25–30 minutes | EUR 140–160 per trip | Fast, direct to hotel area, door-to-water | High cost, surge pricing on demand, unbooked queues |
| Land taxi to Piazzale Roma (road terminus) | 30–40 minutes | Metered, typically EUR 40–50 | Direct from airport, familiar taxi format | Queue at forecourt, reaches only Piazzale Roma, not hotel |
| Transfeero private transfer Recommended | 20–45 minutes door-to-door | from EUR 50.10 | Fixed price, meet & greet at baggage-hall exit, free 60-min wait, free child seats | Book in advance. |
Times are typical door-to-door including expected wait. Public-transport fares are reference-only and may vary.
Vehicles available at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Choose the right vehicle for your group size and comfort needs. All fares are fixed and include meet & greet.
Economy
Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar
EUR 50.10
Standard Sedan
Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series or similar
EUR 62.63
First Class
Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series or similar
EUR 112.73
First Class Van
Mercedes V-Class, Viano or similar
EUR 106.48
Standard Van
Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom or similar
EUR 62.63
Minibus
Mercedes Sprinter or similar — up to 12 pax
EUR 156.58
Frequently Asked Questions
Specific answers about transfers at Venice Marco Polo Airport — booking, pickup zones, local tolls, and what changes between terminals.
Where exactly does the driver meet me at Venice Marco Polo Airport?
Are motorway tolls and the Venice emission-zone fee included in the price?
How long does the drive from Marco Polo Airport to Venice city centre take?
What if my flight is delayed? Will my driver still be waiting?
Can I compare this to the local bus or water taxi?
What if I'm landing at a different terminal?
Is the driver fully licensed and insured to operate in Italy?
Is late-night and early-morning pickup available from the airport?
Can I get a child seat, and is there a charge?
Can I cancel my booking if my plans change?
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