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How to book a taxi in Melfi
Updated: July 12, 2026 · Province of PZ
To book a taxi in Melfi, call the radio taxi at 0972 083071. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
Melfi, a town of around 16,000 inhabitants in the Vulture area, does not have a structured radio-taxi cooperative with a single call centre or dedicated app: non-scheduled public transport is provided by individual holders of municipal taxi licences and by local NCC (chauffeur-driven hire) operators, such as Centro Servizi Vasca, active in town with a 24-hour on-call booking service. For visitors arriving at the Castello Normanno-Svevo or needing to reach the Stellantis plant in San Nicola di Melfi, especially during shift-change hours, it's advisable to call ahead rather than rely on cars waiting at a taxi rank. The major national ride-hailing platforms (Uber, FreeNow, itTaxi, Wetaxi, appTaxi, BTaxi) do not appear to cover Melfi, while InTaxi is confirmed active only in nearby Potenza. For trips to the Vulture wineries (Aglianico del Vulture) or Bari airport, it's always best to agree on the fare in advance, since these are out-of-town routes without a fixed metered rate.
Call the radio taxi
0972 083071 Centro Servizi Vasca (NCC / autonoleggio con conducente)
338 5970112 Centro Servizi Vasca - linea cellulare H24
Apps to call a taxi in Melfi
| Uber — Not active: the official list of Uber cities in Italy does not include any municipality in Basilicata, Melfi included (no coverage, not even Uber Black/NCC-type). | Not available |
| FreeNow — No evidence of coverage in Basilicata: the service is concentrated in Italy's major urban centres, and Melfi does not appear among the cities served. | Not available |
| itTaxi — The official list of itTaxi cities (updated as of June 2026) does not include any municipality in Basilicata, Melfi included. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — Wetaxi partners with individual affiliated radio-taxi cooperatives (e.g. Torino, Roma): in Melfi there is no operator affiliated with the platform. | Not available |
| appTaxi — The official appTaxi coverage page lists over 60 Italian cities, but none in Basilicata: Melfi is not served. | Not available |
| BTaxi — BTaxi appears to be active only in a limited number of cities (the Torino, Bologna, Alessandria and Empoli areas); no confirmed presence in Basilicata. | Not available |
| InTaxi — Confirmed active in nearby Potenza via the affiliated local radio-taxi (line 0971 1771), but does not appear to be operational in Melfi. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto di Bari Karol Wojtyła (BRI) · ~118 km from the center
There is no fixed agreed fare for the Melfi–Bari airport route: since it's an out-of-town trip of around 118 km, it's always best to ask for a quote when booking, or consider an NCC service with the fare agreed in advance.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The historic centre of Melfi, around the Castello Normanno-Svevo, is subject to a Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL). Taxis and NCC vehicles are generally authorised for service operations; for access permits or information, contact the Polizia Locale (Vigilanza-Sicurezza-Protezione Civile Area) at 0972 251245.
Practical tips
- In the historic centre around the Castello Normanno-Svevo (home to the Museo Archeologico Nazionale del Melfese), a ZTL is in force: taxis and NCC vehicles are generally allowed for service purposes, but for permits or information you can contact the Polizia Locale at 0972 251245.
- The Stellantis plant (formerly FCA-Sata) in San Nicola di Melfi generates strong demand for rides during the morning/afternoon/night shift changes: book your taxi by phone in advance rather than relying on cars waiting freely at the gates.
- For food-and-wine excursions to the Aglianico del Vulture wineries (around Barile, Rionero, Rapolla), always agree on the fare in advance, since these are out-of-town routes without a fixed metered rate.
- No national ride-hailing app covers Melfi: for the airport or long transfers, it's best to book a local NCC a day in advance, especially during peak tourist season (medieval falconry displays, events at the castle).
- If your trusted taxi or NCC isn't available, nearby Potenza (about 50 km away) has a radio-taxi service also active on InTaxi, useful as a reference for longer trips to the provincial capital.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a single-number radio-taxi service in Melfi?
No: Melfi does not have a radio-taxi cooperative with a single call centre. The service is covered by holders of municipal taxi licences and local NCC operators such as Centro Servizi Vasca (0972 083071, or 24-hour mobile 338 5970112).
Does Uber work in Melfi?
No. According to the official list of cities covered, Uber is not active in any municipality in Basilicata, Melfi included.
What is the nearest airport to Melfi and how much does the taxi cost?
The nearest airport is Bari Karol Wojtyła (BRI), about 118 km away (around 1h30 by car). There is no fixed fare for this route: it's best to ask for a quote when booking, especially if you opt for an NCC.
How do I find a taxi near the Stellantis plant in San Nicola di Melfi?
Given the strong demand during the plant's shift changes (morning, afternoon, night), it's advisable to book by phone somewhat in advance: taxis waiting freely in front of the gates are not guaranteed.
Which taxi-hailing apps work in Melfi?
The main national apps (Uber, FreeNow, itTaxi, Wetaxi, appTaxi, BTaxi) do not appear to cover Melfi. InTaxi is active in nearby Potenza (about 50 km away) but not in Melfi itself: it's better to contact local operators directly.
Nearby cities
Sources: comune.melfi.pz.it · comune.melfi.pz.it · centroservizivasca.it · uber.com · ittaxi.it · apptaxi.it · intaxi.it · it.wikipedia.org