BookaTaxiHow to book a taxi in Catania
Updated: July 10, 2026 · Province of CT
To book a taxi in Catania, call the radio taxi at 095 8833 or use the FreeNow app. Taxis don't stop on the street: you book them or catch one at a taxi rank.
In Catania, the simplest way to get a taxi is to call Radio Taxi Catania (the Social Taxi cooperative, in business since 1974) at 095.8833, or to hop directly into one of the white cars with a municipal license at the taxi ranks scattered around the city, in Piazza Duomo, at Stazione Centrale, and at the Aeroporto. Authorized cars are white, have "TAXI" written on the roof, and display their license identification number on the doors: be wary of anyone offering rides outside the official ranks, especially at the airport. Alternatively, several apps operate in the city for booking and paying for rides (FreeNow, itTaxi, Wetaxi, appTaxi), while Uber is only available in the Black/NCC version. Since 1 July 2026, new experimental fixed fares have also come into effect, including a flat-rate connection to the airport and the "Taxi by Night" scheme for evening trips in the historic center.
Call the radio taxi
095 8833 Radio Taxi Catania (Social Taxi Società Cooperativa)
Apps to call a taxi in Catania
| Uber — In Catania, Uber only operates in Uber Black mode (a premium NCC driver), not as UberX: it's not possible to call a traditional taxi through the app, only to book a Black ride with a fare agreed in advance. | Available |
| FreeNow — Active in Catania (one of the seven Italian cities covered by the service): lets you book a traditional taxi from the app with integrated payment and real-time ride tracking. | Available |
| itTaxi — Catania is included in the network of cities served by itTaxi, the first Italian app dedicated to radio taxis: useful for booking with a transparent fare and in-app payment. | Available |
| Wetaxi — Present in Catania since 2021 thanks to the partnership with the Social Taxi cooperative (the same one behind Radio Taxi Catania 095.8833) as part of the regional "Sicilia Taxi Connect" project: a guaranteed fare is shown before the ride. | Available |
| appTaxi — Operating in Catania: it geolocates the user on the city map, shows the estimated cost before confirming, and allows in-app payment by card or Satispay. | Available |
| BTaxi — Not available in Catania: the app (now merged into the ITN network along with TaxiMove and appTaxi) currently covers Torino, Bologna, Alessandria, Empoli, Genova and Barcellona, but not Sicilian cities. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa "Vincenzo Bellini" (CTA) · ~5 km from the center
Taxi fare: 27 EUR (fixed fare) to/from Piazza Duomo or Stazione Centrale
Since 1 July 2026, the Comune di Catania has introduced a flat fare of 27 euros on the Piazza Duomo-Aeroporto and Stazione Centrale-Aeroporto routes (a Giunta resolution, an experimental measure until 31/12/2026): as this is a very recent change, always confirm the amount with the driver before setting off. The official taxi rank is at the Arrivals exit, and the Comune's cars are white with "TAXI" written on the roof and the license number displayed on the doors and inside: any other vehicle offering rides outside the rank may not be a regular taxi and could charge higher fares.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The ZTL (limited traffic zone) in Catania's historic center is active 24 hours a day with camera enforcement and is bounded by via A. di Sangiuliano, via Mons. Ventimiglia, via Vittorio Emanuele, via Raddusa, via S. Maria del Rosario, via della Loggetta, via Euplio Reina and via A. Mancini (with a fully pedestrian area around piazza Bellini). Private vehicles need a permit through AMTS (ztl@amts.ct.it), but taxis with a municipal license are automatically included in the white list and can pass through freely.
Practical tips
- At the official ranks (Duomo, Stazione Centrale, Aeroporto), only get into white cars with "TAXI" written on the roof and a visible license number on the doors: outside these ranks, especially at the airport, unlicensed drivers charging higher fares may approach you.
- For the ride from the airport, check with the driver whether the new fixed fare of 27€ for the center (Duomo/Stazione) applies, or the standard meter for other destinations: the measure is experimental until 31/12/2026.
- If you're traveling in the evening in the historic center, ask about the "Taxi by Night" fare (20:00-5:00, 12€ per ride for up to 4 people) before getting in, so you have a fixed price.
- Report any issues or problems by writing to trasporto.pubblico@comune.catania.it and noting the CP Taxi number displayed on the vehicle.
- Taxis can travel freely within the historic center's ZTL (active 24 hours a day with cameras), so you can be driven all the way to your destination even on the limited-traffic streets around via Vittorio Emanuele and piazza Bellini.
Frequently asked questions
How do you call a taxi in Catania?
You can call Radio Taxi Catania (the Social Taxi cooperative) at 095.8833, available 24 hours a day, or the old historic number 095 330966 which still works (it's the same number also listed on the official Fontanarossa airport website). Alternatively, you can go directly to one of the white taxi ranks scattered around the city or book through the FreeNow, itTaxi, Wetaxi or appTaxi apps.
How much does a taxi from Catania airport to the center cost?
Since 1 July 2026, an experimental flat fare of 27 euros has been in effect on the Piazza Duomo-Aeroporto and Stazione Centrale-Aeroporto routes. For other destinations, the meter applies with an airport surcharge: always ask the driver to confirm the fare before setting off.
Can taxis enter the ZTL in Catania's historic center?
Yes: taxis licensed by the Comune di Catania are automatically included in the white list of the ZTL control system (active 24 hours a day) and can pass through and stop without needing a permit, unlike private cars.
Does Uber work in Catania?
Uber is available in Catania only through Uber Black, the premium service with NCC drivers: UberX mode with traditional taxis is not available, and traditional taxis remain bookable only by phone, at the ranks, or with apps like FreeNow and itTaxi.
Is there a fixed night fare in Catania?
Yes, since 1 July 2026 the "Taxi by Night" service has been active on an experimental basis: a fixed fare of 12 euros per ride, valid for up to 4 passengers, for trips in the historic center from 20:00 to 5:00.
Nearby cities
Sources: radiotaxicatania.org · radiotaxicatania.org · turismo.comune.catania.it · aeroporto.catania.it · comune.catania.it · comune.catania.it · amts.ct.it · it.wikipedia.org