FLORENCELeaving Florence Peretola: transport guide
Tram T2 is honest but taxis regularly round up to a "night" flat rate; watch fixed prices.
FLR (Florence Peretola) serves Florence, Italy. The recommended way out is Take T2 tram to Unità (~€1.70, 20 min). Pickup: Tram stop 50m from terminal.
- €1.70 tram / €22 fixed taxi day / €25.30 nightExpectedWhat locals pay
- €40+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- €60+ off-meterScamWalk away
Take T2 tram to Unità
- Typical fare
- €1.70
- Journey time
- 20 min
- Pickup
- Tram stop 50m from terminal
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Tram T2 to Unità
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- €1.70
- Journey
- 20 min
- Wait
- Every 4–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
- Frequent
Cons - 2
Fixed-rate taxi (white)
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- €22 day / €25.30 night
- Journey
- 15–25 min
- Wait
- 2–5 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Direct
- Regulated
Cons- Cash preferred
- 3
FreeNow / itTaxi app
- Cost
- €25–€35
- Journey
- 15–25 min
- Wait
- 3–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Tracked
Cons - 4
BusItalia shuttle
- Cost
- €6
- Journey
- 30 min
- Wait
- Every 30 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
Cons- Slower
From gate to city
- 1Clear immigration
- 2Collect bags
- 3Walk 50m to tram stop
- 4Tap contactless
- 5Ride to Unità in 20 min
- Contactless card
- FreeNow app
- €10 cash backup
Common scams & payment traps
- Small change useful for tram machines
Fake night surcharge
Medium riskDriver claims night rate at 21:00 to add €3.60 (real cutoff is 22:00)
HOW TO AVOID · Fixed rate is posted at rank — quote it
"Meter broken" flat quote
Medium riskOff-meter €50 to Duomo
HOW TO AVOID · Take next cab at rank
What locals & travellers say
“Fixed airport-city taxi flat rate is legally posted at the rank — €22 day, €25.30 night, €2 per bag after first.”
- "Fixed airport-city taxi flat rate is legally posted at the rank — €22 day, €25.30 night, €2 per bag after first." — Comune di Firenze
Take it with you
FLR arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Florence Peretola?
- Take T2 tram to Unità. Do not accept "meter broken" — insist or take the tram.
- Are taxis at FLR safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: "meter broken" flat quote — Off-meter €50 to Duomo Take next cab at rank
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at FLR?
- Yes — FreeNow / itTaxi app works at FLR. Typical cost €25–€35, journey ~15–25 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from FLR to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the FLR → Duomo route is roughly €1.70 tram / €22 fixed taxi day / €25.30 night. Anything around €40+ is high — €60+ off-meter is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at FLR?
- Carry small local notes — Tram T2 to Unità expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Florence Peretola?
- Tram stop 50m from terminal. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is FLR safe to arrive at late at night?
- Late-night arrivals carry extra scam pressure here — specifically fake night surcharge. Pre-book a transfer where possible, stay inside the terminal until your ride is confirmed, and use the official rank only.
- What scams should I watch for at FLR?
- The most reported at FLR: Fake night surcharge; "Meter broken" flat quote. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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- Last updated
- June 2026
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- Publisher
- Airport Exit
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