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How to book a taxi in Castiglione del Lago
Updated: July 8, 2026 · Province of PG
Castiglione del Lago doesn't have a dedicated radio taxi: head to a taxi rank (station, main squares) or book a private transfer.
Unlike Umbria's provincial capitals, Castiglione del Lago does not have a proper radio-taxi dispatch with a single number verifiable through official sources: the most reliable way to book a car is to ask your accommodation (hotel, B&B, agriturismo) to call a trusted driver, or to contact the Ufficio IAT del Trasimeno (075 8423653) for an up-to-date contact. For transfers to and from Perugia Airport (about 55 km away), it's always best to book in advance, since this is not the kind of town where you can easily flag down a free taxi on the street.
Apps to call a taxi in Castiglione del Lago
| Uber — In Italy there is only Uber Black, a high-end NCC service operating solely in a few major cities (Roma, Milano and similar): it does not appear to operate in Castiglione del Lago or elsewhere in the Trasimeno area. | Not available |
| itTaxi — The app is listed by Perugia Airport among the contacts for Perugia and Assisi, but no itTaxi cars appear to be active in Castiglione del Lago. | Not available |
| FreeNow — The service is concentrated in major Italian and European cities; it does not cover Castiglione del Lago or the rest of the Trasimeno area. | Not available |
| Wetaxi — According to available information, it is active only in Roma, Milano, Torino, Napoli and Alessandria: not usable in Castiglione del Lago. | Not available |
| appTaxi — The app's official coverage page does not list any Umbrian town: the service is not available in Castiglione del Lago. | Not available |
Taxi from the airport
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi (PEG) · ~55 km from the center
Perugia Airport publishes fixed taxi fares only for Perugia and Assisi (around 30 EUR): for Castiglione del Lago, which is about 55 km / 45-50 minutes by car, there is no published agreed fare, and the ride is charged by the meter, so it's best to ask for a quote when booking or to arrange a private transfer at a fixed rate.
Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL)
The historic center of Castiglione del Lago is a limited traffic zone (ZTL, zona a traffico limitato): active 24 hours a day, every day, from April 1st to September 30th, while for the rest of the year it applies on the days before public holidays from 14:00 to 20:00 the following holiday, and on other days (loading/unloading hours: 5:00-10:00 and 15:00-16:30 on weekdays, 8:00-10:00 on holidays). Access is reserved for authorized vehicles.
Practical tips
- The upper old town (historic center) is a limited traffic zone (ZTL): guests staying within the walls must notify their accommodation for car or taxi access; those arriving at the station or the port can still reach the center on foot in a few minutes.
- In high season (Easter-September) and during events like the spring hot-air balloon festival (mongolfiada), local taxis are few and in high demand: book a day in advance, especially for the train station or the airport.
- Not all cars have a POS card reader on board: confirm the payment method (cash or card) when booking.
Frequently asked questions
Is there Uber in Castiglione del Lago?
No. In Italy Uber operates only as Uber Black, a high-end NCC service active in very few major cities (Roma, Milano and little else): it is not available in Castiglione del Lago, so it's better to rely on a local taxi booked through your accommodation or an NCC arranged in advance.
How much does a taxi from Perugia Airport to Castiglione del Lago cost?
There is no published fixed fare: the airport applies agreed prices only for rides to Perugia and Assisi, while for Castiglione del Lago (about 55 km) the ride is charged by the meter. It's best to ask for a quote when booking or to consider a private transfer at a fixed rate.