BookaTaxiHow to book a taxi in Vercelli
Updated: July 12, 2026 · Province of VC
Vercelli doesn't have a dedicated radio taxi: head to a taxi rank (station, main squares) or book a private transfer.
In Vercelli, taxis are found mainly at public taxi ranks, particularly in Piazza Roma in front of the railway station, a key reference point for those arriving by train on the Torino-Milano line. Not being a large city, there is no single, easily verifiable call centre as there is in major metropolitan areas: it's best to ask for the driver's direct number at your hotel, at a bar in the centre or at the tourist information office, or simply to go to the taxi rank. The main ride-hailing and taxi-booking apps used in Italy (Uber, FreeNow, itTaxi, Wetaxi, appTaxi, BTaxi, InTaxi) do not currently appear to be active in Vercelli, so the most reliable method remains a direct phone call or finding a taxi on the spot. For those needing to reach farmhouses among the rice paddies, the Basilica di Sant'Andrea, Piazza Cavour or the Baraggia nature reserve, it is still advisable to book a little in advance, especially outside peak hours or on public holidays.
Apps to call a taxi in Vercelli
| Uber — In Vercelli, the Uber website and app only show "Uber Rent" pages (car rental through partners such as Avis, Hertz, Budget), not the real-time ride-with-driver service: in Uber's official list of Italian cities covered, only Torino and Alessandria appear for Piemonte, not Vercelli. Neither UberX nor Uber Black is therefore available in the city. | Not available |
| FreeNow — The service is active in around 10 Italian cities, all large centres (including Torino); Vercelli is not among the cities covered. | Not available |
| itTaxi — It covers over 87 cities in Italy, but Vercelli does not appear in the official list of served locations. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — Interesting fact: one of the company's co-founders is reportedly based right in Vercelli, but the Wetaxi taxi service in Piemonte is listed as active only in the Alessandria area (source: Muoversi in Piemonte regional portal); it does not appear to be operational in Vercelli. | Not available |
| appTaxi — The official list of cities served by appTaxi does not include Vercelli. | Not available |
| BTaxi — The service can only be used in a few cities (including Torino and Alessandria in Piemonte); Vercelli is not among them. | Not available |
| InTaxi — InTaxi is integrated with local radio-taxi services in nearby cities such as Novara and Cuneo, but it does not appear to be connected to any taxi dispatch centre in Vercelli. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto di Milano Malpensa (MXP) · ~78 km from the center
There is no fixed municipal fare for the Vercelli-Malpensa route (an extra-urban, out-of-region journey): the city taxi applies the metered fare with a surcharge for extra-urban kilometres, or it's best to agree a fixed price in advance with an NCC (chauffeur-driven hire) service. The journey is about 78 km and takes an average of 55 minutes. Torino Caselle airport (TRN) is also an alternative, a little further away (about 62 km).
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The ZTL (limited traffic zone) in Vercelli's historic centre is active every day; taxis, being vehicles used for non-scheduled public transport service, do not need the permit required for private vehicles to enter it. Information and permits: Comune di Vercelli website, Servizi/Mobilità e trasporti section.
Practical tips
- Vercelli is surrounded by the largest rice paddies in Europe: to reach farmhouses, agriturismi or routes through the surrounding countryside that are not served by public transport, a taxi (or a pre-arranged NCC) is often the only practical solution.
- The historic centre, with Piazza Cavour, the Torre dell'Angelo and the Basilica di Sant'Andrea, is compact and pedestrianised: within the centre a taxi is mainly useful for heavy luggage or for a direct link to the railway station.
- Vercelli railway station, on the Torino-Milano line, is the most convenient place to find a taxi waiting; if there are no cars at the rank, ask ticket office staff or a nearby bar for a direct number.
- To reach the Baraggia nature reserve or other out-of-town destinations not served by city buses, always agree the fare and return time with the driver in advance, since the service is booked directly by phone and is not centrally dispatched.
- If you need to catch a flight from Malpensa or Torino Caselle, book your transfer a day in advance: since there is no regulated fixed fare for these extra-urban routes, it's best to confirm the price (metered or NCC flat rate) before you set off.
Frequently asked questions
What is the number for Vercelli's radio-taxi service?
At the moment it has not been possible to confirm, through official sources (the Comune's website or the operator's), a single radio-taxi number active in Vercelli. The most reliable way to book is to ask directly at your hotel, at a bar or at the station, or to go to the taxi rank in Piazza Roma or in front of the railway station. We will update this page as soon as we find a verifiable reference.
Does Uber work in Vercelli?
No. Uber's "city" page for Vercelli only offers car rental (Uber Rent) through partners such as Avis or Hertz, not rides with a driver: the actual ride-hailing service in Piemonte only covers Torino and Alessandria.
Where are the taxi ranks in the city centre?
Taxis wait at the public locations designated by the Comune, typically in Piazza Roma (in front of the railway station) and near the historic centre, in accordance with the municipal regulations on non-scheduled public transport service.
How do I get from Malpensa airport to Vercelli by taxi?
There is no regulated fixed fare for this inter-regional route (about 78 km, 55 minutes): the cost depends on the meter or must be agreed in advance with an NCC service. It's best to book the transfer a few days ahead, especially for night or early-morning flights.
Can taxis enter the ZTL of the historic centre?
Vercelli's ZTL is active in the historic centre; taxis, being vehicles used for non-scheduled public transport service, do not need the authorisation required for private vehicles, so the driver can normally take you right into the restricted area.