BookaTaxiHow to book a taxi in Ancona
Updated: July 8, 2026 · Province of AN
To book a taxi in Ancona, call the radio taxi at 071 9755 or use the itTaxi app. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
In Ancona, the most reliable way to find a taxi is to call one of the two 24-hour city radiotaxi switchboards: Ancona Radiotaxi (071 9755), the brand of the Radiotaxi Anconetano cooperative founded in May 2026 from the merger of most of Ancona's taxi drivers and affiliated with the Bologna-based Cotabo group, and Radiotaxi Ancona (071 406 2035), linked to the national itTaxi app and also bookable via WhatsApp. Alternatively, you can go directly to the fixed taxi ranks at piazza Rosselli in front of the railway station (24-hour service), at piazza della Repubblica in the center/port area, and at the ospedale di Torrette. For those arriving by air, at the Marche "Raffaello Sanzio" airport in Falconara Marittima the service is guaranteed by the Consorzio Taxi Falconara (CTF), with a taxi rank at the arrivals exit. Uber is available only in the Black/Van variant with an NCC driver, not as classic UberX, while those who prefer a traditional white taxi can rely on the two local radiotaxi services or the itTaxi app.
Apps to call a taxi in Ancona
| Uber — In Ancona, Uber is confirmed by the official Uber blog only in the Black and Van categories (NCC chauffeur-driven cars, not classic UberX), with dynamic fares that vary based on supply and demand and maximum commissions of 25% (Black) and 28% (Van). | Available |
| FreeNow — No confirmation of operation in Ancona: the official website free-now.com does not list the city among those covered in Italy. | Not available |
| itTaxi — Ancona is the 119th Italian city to join the itTaxi network. The app is linked to the Radiotaxi Ancona switchboard (071 406 2035), also bookable via WhatsApp by writing "richiesta taxi" (taxi request) in the chat. | Available |
| Wetaxi — Not listed among the cities on the official wetaxi.it website; no confirmation of activation in Ancona. | Not available |
| appTaxi — The official coverage page (apptaxi.it/copertura) lists over 70 Italian municipalities, including, in the Marche region, only Falconara Marittima: the city of Ancona is not included. | Not available |
| BTaxi — The BTaxi app has been active in Ancona since 20 May 2026, the founding date of Radiotaxi Anconetano: 21 local drivers (roughly 70% of the city's licences) joined forces under the Bologna-based cooperative Cotabo, adopting its BTaxi platform and joining the Italian Taxi Network circuit. | Available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto delle Marche – Raffaello Sanzio (AOI) · ~18 km from the center
Taxi fare: about €40 (not a fixed fare, given by Ancona Radiotaxi as a starting point; it still follows the municipal fare schedule for airport transfers)
The official airport service is operated by the Consorzio Taxi Falconara (CTF), with a taxi rank at the arrivals exit: tel. 071 9189531 or 334 1548899 (ctftaxi.it), also listed on the airport's official website. There is also Taxi Falconara (328 1171175), a group of taxi drivers operating from the airport. The airport is located in the comune of Falconara Marittima (which also extends into Chiaravalle), about 18 km/25-30 minutes from the center of Ancona. Since 1 March 2024, an updated municipal fare schedule has been in effect for airport transfers in the Comuni of Ancona, Falconara Marittima and Chiaravalle.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The historic center on Colle Guasco (piazza del Plebiscito) has a ZTL (limited traffic zone) with 2 electronic gates, at the intersections with via Matteotti and via Gramsci/via Pizzecolli, active 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Permits (for residents, domiciled residents, students, loading/unloading) are issued by the Comune via Ancona Servizi; an extension of the restriction to corso Garibaldi and corso Mazzini is also under study, still under evaluation as of early 2026. Taxis, as a public service, are generally authorized to transit.
Practical tips
- Taxis are taken at official ranks or by calling the radiotaxi switchboards: it is not common practice to hail a car on the street as in Roma or Milano.
- For the Marche airport it's best to book in advance: the service is guaranteed by the Consorzio Taxi Falconara (CTF), which monitors incoming flight schedules.
- The historic center around piazza del Plebiscito is a ZTL with electronic gates active 24 hours a day: if traveling by your own car (not by taxi), a permit issued by the Comune is required.
- Municipal fares (updated as of 1 March 2024) include a 10% discount for blind and visually impaired passengers and free transport for guide dogs.
- Taxis in Ancona generally accept electronic payments (POS, cards, smartphone) as well as cash, but it's still worth confirming when you get in.
Frequently asked questions
What is the radiotaxi number in Ancona?
Ancona has two 24-hour radiotaxi switchboards: 071 9755 (Ancona Radiotaxi, the brand of the Radiotaxi Anconetano cooperative affiliated with the Bologna-based Cotabo group) and 071 406 2035 (Radiotaxi Ancona, linked to the national itTaxi app and also bookable via WhatsApp).
How much does a taxi cost from the Marche airport to the center of Ancona?
The Raffaello Sanzio airport in Falconara Marittima is about 18 km from the center of Ancona (25-30 minutes). Ancona Radiotaxi indicates a fare starting from about €40, but the exact price follows the municipal fare schedule updated on 1 March 2024: it's best to confirm when booking or ask the Consorzio Taxi Falconara (CTF) at the arrivals desk.
Does Uber work in Ancona?
Yes, but only in the Black and Van categories with an NCC driver and dynamic fares: classic UberX with white taxis is not available. For a traditional taxi, it's best to call the local radiotaxi services or use the itTaxi app.
Where are the taxi ranks in the city?
The main official ranks listed by the Comune di Ancona are in front of the railway station at piazza Rosselli (24-hour service), at piazza della Repubblica in the center/port area (6:30 AM-8:00 PM), and at the ospedale di Torrette, on via Conca (6:30 AM-7:00 PM).
Is there a ZTL in the historic center of Ancona?
Yes: the ZTL at piazza del Plebiscito, in the heart of the historic center on Colle Guasco, is active 24 hours a day, every day, with two electronic gates (at the intersections with via Matteotti and via Gramsci/via Pizzecolli). Taxis, as a public service, are generally allowed to transit; other vehicles need a permit issued by the Comune via Ancona Servizi.
Nearby cities
Sources: anconaradiotaxi.it · radiotaxiancona.it · ctftaxi.it · ancona-airport.com · comune.ancona.gov.it · comune.ancona.gov.it · uber.com · it.wikipedia.org · it.wikipedia.org