BookaTaxiHow to book a taxi in Vernazza
Updated: July 10, 2026 · Province of SP
To book a taxi in Vernazza, call the radio taxi at 0187 812072. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
Vernazza doesn't have a taxi service in the traditional sense: the historic centre, with its little square on the harbour and the caruggi (narrow lanes), is entirely pedestrian and no road reaches it directly. Anyone who needs private transport can turn to Easy Ride NCC Vernazza, the local chauffeur-driven hire service (a minibus for up to 8 passengers) run by the same company that manages the village's two car parks, or to Vernazza Water Taxi for sea connections to the other Cinque Terre villages, La Spezia and Portovenere. Almost all travel to and between the villages, however, happens by train, on the Genova-Pisa line with a stop at Vernazza, or on foot along the Park's trails. Those arriving by car must stop at the "Vernazza" or "Vernassoa" car parks, about 1.3 km outside the village, from where a shuttle included in the ticket price runs to the centre. National ride-hailing apps (Uber, FreeNow and similar) don't cover this area.
Call the radio taxi
0187 812072 Easy Ride NCC Vernazza (di Simone Basso)
338 911 3869 Vernazza Water Taxi (Pro Loco Vernazza)
Apps to call a taxi in Vernazza
| Uber — Not operating: in Italy Uber (chauffeur-driven cars) is active only in a few major cities (Roma, Milano); in Vernazza and throughout the Cinque Terre/La Spezia area the service is unavailable. | Not available |
| FreeNow — Not present: FreeNow's coverage in Italy is limited to large urban centres; there are no registered drivers in Vernazza or in the province of La Spezia. | Not available |
| itTaxi — No affiliated fleets found in Vernazza: itTaxi aggregates urban radio-taxi services, and the village has no local taxi cooperative to connect to the app. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — Not active in the area: Wetaxi covers some medium-to-large Italian cities, but not La Spezia or the Cinque Terre villages. | Not available |
| appTaxi — No availability detected in Vernazza; the app works where there are participating city taxi cooperatives, which are absent in this village with no vehicle traffic. | Not available |
| BTaxi — Not available in Vernazza: this app also depends on registered local taxi drivers, who don't exist here in the traditional sense. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto di Pisa - Galileo Galilei (PSA) (PSA) · ~95 km from the center
Taxi fare: about €300 per trip (private transfer by reservation with Easy Ride NCC Vernazza to Pisa or Genova/airport, fixed rate published by the operator; there is no standard airport-to-centre taxi fare)
Cinque Terre, Vernazza included, is almost always reached by train, not by taxi: from Pisa or Genova airports it's best to take the train to La Spezia Centrale (or Genova) and then the regional train on the Genova-Pisa line that stops at Vernazza. A private NCC transfer for such a long stretch must be booked in advance and is a niche service, not a "hail-a-taxi" option.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
Vernazza's historic centre is closed to vehicle traffic: no road reaches the little square on the harbour or the main caruggi. Access is allowed only on foot; cars (including visitors') must stop at the "Vernazza" and "Vernassoa" car parks about 1.3 km from the village, from where a shuttle runs to the centre.
Practical tips
- Vernazza's historic centre is completely pedestrian: those arriving by car must stop at the "Vernazza" or "Vernassoa" car parks (1.3 km outside the village, in the Vernazzola locality on the SP51) and continue with the shuttle included in the €20 daily rate.
- To travel between Vernazza and the other Cinque Terre villages, the regional train (Genova-Pisa line) is almost always more convenient, faster and cheaper than any road transport; consider the Cinque Terre Card if you're also planning to hike the trails.
- For a private transfer (heavy luggage, groups, evening hours) the only organized option based in Vernazza is Easy Ride NCC (minibus for up to 8 people, tel. 0187 812072), also useful for reaching Corniglia or the hillside hamlets such as Drignana and San Bernardino, which aren't served by train.
- If you're staying in the centre and have a lot of luggage, keep in mind that the walk from the car park or the station to your accommodation often involves steps and narrow lanes: check with your hotel about any local porter/luggage transport services before you arrive.
- For scenic sea connections or trips to La Spezia/Portovenere/Isola Palmaria, even in the evening, Vernazza Water Taxi (338 911 3869) is an alternative to the train, but it must be booked and is an on-call service, not a scheduled route.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a traditional taxi service in Vernazza?
No. Vernazza is a village whose historic centre is entirely pedestrian (no road for vehicles reaches the square and the little harbour), so there's no city-style taxi rank. Anyone looking for private transport can turn to Easy Ride NCC Vernazza, the local chauffeur-driven hire service (minibus for up to 8 people) run by Simone Basso, tel. 0187 812072 / mobile 333 267 7596, or to Vernazza Water Taxi for sea transport.
How do I get to the centre of Vernazza if I'm travelling by car?
You need to leave your car at the "Vernazza" or "Vernassoa" car parks, about 1.3 km outside the village along the SP51 in the Vernazzola locality, run by the same company that operates Easy Ride NCC. The shuttle bus service included in the €20 daily rate takes visitors into the heart of the village, where private cars can't enter.
What is Vernazza Water Taxi?
It's a sea transfer service run with the support of Vernazza's Pro Loco (local tourist association): it connects Vernazza to the other Cinque Terre villages, to La Spezia, Portovenere and Isola Palmaria (including in the evening), as well as offering trips along the Park's coastline. It's booked by phone on 338 911 3869; it has no fixed timetable and runs on request.
What's the best way to travel between Vernazza and the other Cinque Terre villages?
The regional train on the Genova-Pisa line, which stops right at Vernazza, is the main means of transport: it's faster, cheaper and included in the Cinque Terre Card along with the trails. ATC buses and the boat (in season) are useful alternatives for those who want to travel differently.
Can I book a direct transfer from Vernazza to the airport or other cities?
Yes, but it needs to be arranged in advance: Easy Ride NCC Vernazza publishes fixed rates for longer transfers, for example to Pisa or Genova (about €300) or Milano (about €600). For everyday travel to the airport, it's still worth considering the train via La Spezia.
Nearby cities
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