VENICELeaving Venice Marco Polo: transport guide
Water transport is essential. Alilaguna boat is the iconic, cheap way to Venice proper.
VCE (Venice Marco Polo) serves Venice, Italy. The recommended way out is Alilaguna water bus to Venice (Blue/Orange/Red line) (~€15, 60–90 min). Pickup: Walk 7 min to water terminal.
- €10–€27ExpectedWhat locals pay
- €60+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- €150+ private water taxiScamWalk away
Alilaguna water bus to Venice (Blue/Orange/Red line)
- Typical fare
- €15
- Journey time
- 60–90 min
- Pickup
- Walk 7 min to water terminal
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Alilaguna water bus
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- €15
- Journey
- 60–90 min
- Wait
- Every 30 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Iconic
- Direct
Cons- Slow
- Limited stops
- 2
ATVO Bus 35 + Vaporetto
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- €10 + €9.50
- Journey
- 45–75 min
- Wait
- Every 30 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
Cons- Two legs
- 3
Private Water Taxi
- Cost
- €120–€150
- Journey
- 30 min
- Wait
- 0–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Fastest
Cons- Very expensive
- 4
Land taxi to Piazzale Roma + vaporetto
- Cost
- €45 + €9.50
- Journey
- 30–45 min
- Wait
- 0–10 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Door-to-door to road end
Cons- Pricier
From gate to city
- 1Walk 7 min to water terminal (covered walkway)
- 2Buy Alilaguna ticket (€15 one-way / €27 return)
- 3Or ATVO bus 35 (€10) to Piazzale Roma
- 4From Piazzale Roma: vaporetto into Venice (€9.50)
- 5Plan 75–120 min total to most stops
- Alilaguna €15
- ATVO + vaporetto cheaper
- Never private water taxi blind
Common scams & payment traps
- Contactless accepted on Alilaguna and ATVO
- Pre-book water taxi for fixed price
'Official' water taxi tout
High riskDriver claims to be 'official' and quotes €200.
HOW TO AVOID · Only book via desk inside arrivals or pre-book online.
Vaporetto overcharge
Low riskTourist sold a multi-day pass they don't need.
HOW TO AVOID · Buy single ticket if just one transfer.
What locals & travellers say
“Alilaguna Blue line to San Marco is the simplest move.”
- "Alilaguna Blue line to San Marco is the simplest move." — r/Venezia
- "Bus 35 + vaporetto is the cheap combo." — TripAdvisor
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VCE arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Venice Marco Polo?
- Alilaguna water bus to Venice (Blue/Orange/Red line). Private water taxi is €120–€150. Refuse if you didn't pre-book..
- Are taxis at VCE safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: 'official' water taxi tout — Driver claims to be 'official' and quotes €200. Only book via desk inside arrivals or pre-book online.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at VCE?
- Ride-hailing availability at VCE varies — check the app before you land. Where it works, the pickup point is usually outside the arrivals curb in a marked zone.
- How much should a taxi from VCE to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the VCE → San Marco route is roughly €10–€27. Anything around €60+ is high — €150+ private water taxi 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 VCE?
- Carry small local notes — Alilaguna water bus 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 Venice Marco Polo?
- Walk 7 min to water 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 VCE safe to arrive at late at night?
- VCE is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
- What scams should I watch for at VCE?
- The most reported at VCE: 'Official' water taxi tout; Vaporetto overcharge. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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- Last updated
- May 2026
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- Publisher
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