BookaTaxiHow to book a taxi in Como
Updated: July 10, 2026 · Province of CO
To book a taxi in Como, call the radio taxi at 031 261515 or use the itTaxi app. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
In Como, the most reliable way to find a taxi is to call one of the city's two radio-taxi dispatch centers directly: Radiotaxi Como (031 261515), active 24 hours a day, and Taxi Como (031 271000), which takes daytime bookings from 8am to 8pm. In the city center, taxis can also be found at the taxi rank in Piazzale San Gottardo, in front of the Como San Giovanni railway station, a historic landmark of the city's public taxi service. Those who prefer to book from a smartphone can use the inTaxi app, also used by the Radiotaxi Como network, while Uber is only available in its Black (chauffeur-driven/NCC) version, not as a traditional taxi. As Como is the main gateway to Lake Como, many taxis are used to handling transfers to Bellagio, Cernobbio, Menaggio and the other lakeside towns, as well as to Malpensa airport, the closest to the city.
Apps to call a taxi in Como
| Uber — In Como only Uber Black (chauffeur-driven NCC car) is active, not the classic UberX/UberTaxi: the official Uber website for Como explicitly states that you cannot request a taxi through the app, only Uber Black, with the price agreed in advance. Useful for a transfer to Malpensa or the villas on the lake, less so for a quick ride in the city center. | Available |
| FreeNow — Not available in Como: FreeNow's (formerly mytaxi) Italian coverage is concentrated in major cities such as Roma, Milano, Torino, Napoli, Palermo, Catania and Cagliari. It's better to rely on the local radio taxis or the apps that include them. | Not available |
| itTaxi — Como appears on the list of covered cities on the official itTaxi website, the app of the Unione Radiotaxi d'Italia: it can be used as an alternative to a phone call to book a local taxi, with a price estimate directly in the app. | Available |
| Wetaxi — Not among the cities covered by Wetaxi, whose service in Lombardia is concentrated mainly on Milano; it cannot be used in Como. | Not available |
| appTaxi — Como does not appear on the official list of cities served by appTaxi, which mainly covers major centers such as Milano, Roma, Venezia, Napoli and Bologna. | Not available |
| BTaxi — Not available in Como: the BTaxi app (developed by CO.TA.BO.) only covers Torino, Bologna, Alessandria, Empoli, Genova and Barcellona. | Not available |
| InTaxi — It's the most useful app for Como: the official inTaxi website lists Como among the more than 70 cities covered in Italy, and it's the same app referenced by the Radiotaxi Como network for smartphone bookings, with in-app payment or a Globix subscription. | Available |
Taxi from the airport
Milano Malpensa (MXP) · ~50 km from the center
Taxi fare: approximately 130-150 EUR (indicative fare, not fixed)
From Malpensa there is no fixed municipal fare like in Milano: a metered taxi ride follows the extra-urban tariff and costs approximately 130-150 EUR for the roughly 50 km journey (about 42 minutes by car), depending on traffic and tolls. Several local NCC (chauffeur-driven) companies offer fixed-price transfers agreed in advance (often around 130 EUR for 1-3 people): it's worth booking online before you fly. Taxi Como also handles transfers to/from Linate and Orio al Serio (Bergamo) by reservation.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
Como's ZTL (Limited Traffic Zone) covers the entire "walled city" plus the areas around Piazza Roma/Piazza Verdi and Piazza Volta, with electronic gates monitored by the Polizia Locale active all year round. Within it there are also Urban Pedestrian Areas (APU) with additional restrictions (Duomo area, Volta area). Access is reserved for residents, business owners and authorized categories with an online permit (SPID/CIE); taxis, as a non-scheduled public transport service, are generally allowed to stop for passengers to get in and out.
Practical tips
- For the historic center (the walled city), book a taxi rather than a private car: the ZTL is monitored by cameras and the gates are active all year round, while taxis are generally allowed through to pick up and drop off passengers.
- For Bellagio, Menaggio, Varenna and the other gems of the lake, consider the Navigazione Laghi ferry from Piazza Cavour: it's often more convenient (and scenic) than a taxi by road, especially in high season when the lakeside provincial road gets heavy traffic.
- From Malpensa there is no fixed municipal fare: ask for a quote over the phone or book an NCC transfer at an agreed price before you leave, to avoid surprises on the extra-urban meter.
- In high tourist season (from Easter to September) and on weekends, book your taxi somewhat in advance, especially for the evening return from the ferry piers or lakeside restaurants.
- The most convenient taxi rank for those arriving by train is the one in Piazzale San Gottardo, in front of the Como San Giovanni station, the city's main FS/Trenord railway hub.
Frequently asked questions
How do you call a taxi in Como?
You can call Radiotaxi Como directly (031 261515, active 24 hours a day, every day of the year) or Taxi Como (031 271000, bookings from 8am to 8pm), or book through the inTaxi app, WhatsApp or the Radiotaxi Como web service. Alternatively, taxis can be found at the rank in front of the Como San Giovanni station, in Piazzale San Gottardo.
How much does a taxi from Malpensa airport to Como cost?
There is no fixed municipal fare like in Milano: with the meter (extra-urban tariff), the approximate cost is around 130-150 EUR for the roughly 50 km journey. Many local NCC companies offer fixed-price transfers agreed in advance, worth booking online before your flight to avoid surprises.
Can taxis enter the ZTL in Como's historic center?
Como's ZTL covers the entire walled city plus the areas around Piazza Roma/Piazza Verdi and Piazza Volta, with electronic gates monitored by the Polizia Locale. Taxis, as a non-scheduled public transport service, are generally authorized to pass through to pick up and drop off passengers: if you need to reach a hotel in the historic center, a taxi is often the simplest solution compared to a private car.
Does Uber work in Como?
Yes, but only in the Uber Black version (chauffeur-driven NCC car), not as a classic UberX taxi: the Uber website for Como itself confirms that requesting a taxi through the app is not available in the city, only Uber Black with the price set in advance.
How do you get to Bellagio or other lake towns from Como?
From Como the most convenient way to reach Bellagio, Menaggio, Cernobbio or Varenna is the Navigazione Laghi ferry, boarding at the Piazza Cavour pier, or a taxi/NCC for those who prefer the road or have heavy luggage. In high season (June-September), it's worth booking your taxi in advance, especially for evening ferry times.
Nearby cities
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