Florence to Venice | Private Transfer

Across the spine of Italy — through Bologna, Ferrara or the Veneto hills. A journey most travellers never make by car. Yours to design.

🚘 Mercedes private transfer 📍 Door-to-door pickup 🏎 Optional stop: Maranello & Ferrari 🔒 Fixed price — confirmed in writing 🇬🇧 English-speaking driver
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Florence to Venice | Private Transfer from €680

Private Transfer — Florence to Venice

More Than a Transfer.
Across the Spine of Italy.

Through the Po Valley, the medieval towers of Ferrara, the engines of Maranello — or straight to the lagoon, if you prefer.

Florence and Venice are two of the most visited cities in the world — yet the road between them, across the broad plain of the Po Valley, is almost entirely unknown to tourists. Most people take the train and arrive at Santa Lucia station having seen nothing but darkness and the occasional car park. A private transfer is a completely different proposition.

Your Mercedes driver picks you up directly from your hotel, villa or apartment anywhere in Florence. No shared shuttles, no station queues, no changing trains in Bologna. We come to your door, load your luggage, and take you all the way to Venice — to a water taxi pier, your hotel entrance, or as close to your exact address as the city allows.

The direct transfer from Florence to Venice takes approximately 3 hours. But the road north passes through some of the most historically rich — and least visited — cities in northern Italy.

Ferrara, the Renaissance city of the Este dynasty, with its extraordinary castle and perfectly intact medieval walls — one of the great overlooked cities of Italy. The walled medieval town of Monselice in the Euganean Hills, rising dramatically from the flat plain with its castle complex and ancient Via Sacra. Padova, home to one of Europe's oldest universities and the Cappella degli Scrovegni, with Giotto's frescoes considered among the greatest works of Western art.

And then there is Maranello — the most requested stop on this route. Home to Ferrari. The Museo Ferrari is one of the most visited attractions in Emilia-Romagna, and for good reason. Whether you are a motorsport enthusiast or simply curious, the factory town and its museum are unlike anywhere else in Italy. Prices for Maranello and Modena stops are available on request — contact us when you book.

We drop off anywhere in Venice and the surrounding area — Piazzale Roma, the cruise terminal, Mestre, the Lido, Marco Polo Airport and private addresses throughout the Veneto. If it has an address, we go there.

The journey from Florence to Venice does not have to be something you endure on a train. With a private vehicle, a flexible driver and a route designed around what you actually want to see, it can be one of the most memorable days of your trip.

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Door-to-door service
Pickup from any address in Florence — dropped at your hotel entrance, water taxi pier or exact destination in Venice.
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~3 hours direct
Direct transfer or longer with stops. Depart when you want, stop where you want — the schedule is entirely yours.
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Maranello — most requested
Ferrari Museum and factory town — the most popular stop on this route. Price on request — ask when you book.
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Fixed price from €680
Mercedes E-Class from €680, Vito / V-Class from €820. Confirmed before you travel — no meter, no surprises.
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Your Journey — Step by Step

Your Route, Your Stops

A direct transfer across northern Italy or a journey through medieval cities, outlet villages and the home of Ferrari. Every itinerary is confirmed in advance — tell us what you want and we'll plan accordingly.

Departure
Your address
Pick-up

Your Address in Florence

Your driver arrives at your hotel, villa, B&B or agriturismo at the agreed time. Pickup available from Florence city centre, Fiesole, the Florentine hills and all surrounding addresses. Luggage loaded, route confirmed — departure on schedule.

🚘 North toward Bologna
Optional
+30 min
Optional Stop

Barberino Outlet — Designer Shopping

The McArthurGlen Designer Outlet at Barberino di Mugello sits right on the road north to Bologna — Prada, Burberry, Armani, Gucci and dozens more at outlet prices. A perfect stop before the motorway. Your driver waits while you shop. Add 1–2 hours.

🚘 Over the Apennines into Emilia
Optional
+1h from Florence
Optional Stop

Bologna — La Grassa

The food capital of Italy, and one of its most underrated cities. The Two Towers, the longest portico in the world, the covered food market of the Quadrilatero — and the best tagliatelle al ragù you will ever eat. Add 2–3 hours.

🚘 South-east toward the Motor Valley
On request
Price on request
Most requested stop

Maranello — Home of Ferrari

The most requested stop on this route. Maranello is the home of Ferrari: the factory, the test track, and the Museo Ferrari with its extraordinary collection of road cars and Formula 1 machines. A detour from the direct route — price confirmed separately. Add 2–4 hours.

Your driver may suggest
  • Modena — birthplace of Pavarotti and Lamborghini, and the finest balsamic vinegar in the world. 15 minutes from Maranello.
  • Lamborghini Museum — Sant'Agata Bolognese, 30 minutes from Maranello. Combine both in a Motor Valley half-day.
🚘 East across the Po Valley toward the Veneto
Optional
+2h 30min
Optional Stop

Ferrara — The Renaissance City

One of the great overlooked cities of northern Italy. The Castello Estense rising from the centre of the city, the extraordinary Renaissance urban plan, the perfectly intact medieval walls wide enough to cycle on top. UNESCO World Heritage since 1995 — and most tourists have never heard of it. Add 1.5–2 hours.

🚘 Into the Veneto — approaching Padova
Optional
+2h 45min
Optional Stop

Abano Terme or Padova

Abano Terme — Italy's most famous thermal spa resort in the Euganean Hills. Natural hot springs and a completely different pace. Add 1–3 hours depending on whether you book a treatment in advance.

Padova — home to one of Europe's oldest universities and the Cappella degli Scrovegni, Giotto's frescoed masterpiece. The Basilica di Sant'Antonio draws pilgrims from across the world. Just 30 minutes from Venice. Add 1.5–2 hours.

🚘 Final stretch into Venice
Arrival
~3h direct
Drop-off

Your Destination in Venice

Dropped off at Piazzale Roma, the cruise terminal, the water taxi piers or Mestre — as close to your hotel or final destination as Venice allows. We also serve Marco Polo Airport, the Lido and all addresses throughout the Veneto region.

⏱ Flexible timing — your transfer, your pace. Want to combine Bologna and Ferrara? Add Padova on the way in? The itinerary is confirmed in advance around what you want. Extra stops are charged at €80/hr — Maranello/Modena price on request — no surprises on the day.

Extra stops — add to your transfer

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Barberino Outlet

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet — Prada, Armani, Gucci and more at outlet prices.

+1–2 hours
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Bologna

Two Towers, covered food market, best ragù in Italy — the most underrated city in northern Italy.

+2–3 hours
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Maranello / Modena

Ferrari Museum, factory town, balsamic vinegar, Lamborghini — the most requested stop on this route.

Price on request
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Ferrara

UNESCO Renaissance city — Castello Estense, medieval walls, completely off the tourist trail.

+1.5–2 hours
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Abano Terme

Italy's most famous thermal spa resort in the Euganean Hills — arrive in Venice relaxed.

+1–3 hours
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Padova

Giotto's Scrovegni Chapel, ancient university, Basilica di Sant'Antonio — 30 min from Venice.

+1.5–2 hours
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Monselice

Medieval castle complex rising from the Veneto plain — Via Sacra and extraordinary views.

+1–1.5 hours
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Have somewhere else in mind?

Verona, Lake Garda, Vicenza — if it's along the way, we stop there. Just tell us when you book and we'll make it happen.

💬 Tell us your stop

Frequently Asked Questions

Florence to Venice —
Common Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your private transfer from Florence to Venice.

The direct transfer from Florence city centre to Venice (Piazzale Roma) takes approximately 3 hours depending on traffic. With extra stops, journey time extends accordingly — all confirmed in advance when you book.

We drop off at Piazzale Roma (the main car access point to Venice), the cruise terminal, Mestre, the Lido and Marco Polo Airport. As Venice is car-free, Piazzale Roma is the closest point to the historic centre — from there your hotel is typically a short walk or water taxi ride away.

We can also arrange a private water taxi from Piazzale Roma directly to your hotel canal entrance — ask us when you book.

Yes — completely fixed. The price is confirmed in writing before you travel. It does not change due to traffic, time of day, luggage or any other factor. No meter, no supplements, no negotiation at the end of the journey.

Maranello and Modena are a detour from the direct Florence–Venice route — they sit to the west of Bologna, which adds significant distance and time to the journey. Because the detour varies depending on exactly what you want to see and how long you spend there, we prefer to quote this stop separately with a precise price. Contact us with your plans and we'll confirm the total price before you book.

Yes — Verona is on the direct route between Bologna and Venice and works perfectly as a stop. The Roman Arena, Juliet's balcony, the historic centre — add 1.5–2 hours and €80 per hour of waiting time. It's one of the most rewarding stops on this journey.

Absolutely. Lake Garda, Vicenza, Mantova, Ravenna — if it's roughly along the way, we stop there. Extra stops are charged at €80 per hour of waiting time. Just tell us when you book and we'll confirm whether the stop works with your route and timing.

We operate a Mercedes E-Class (up to 3 passengers with luggage, from €680) and a Mercedes Vito / V-Class (up to 6 passengers, from €820). Both are air-conditioned with complimentary water. The Vito/V-Class includes Wi-Fi — useful on a longer journey.

Yes — and many travellers choose different stops on the return journey. Stop at Verona on the way back, or Ferrara if you went through Bologna on the way there. Just tell us your travel dates and we'll quote both legs together.

Use the quote form on our pricing page or contact us on WhatsApp with your pickup address in Florence, your destination in Venice and any stops you'd like to add. We'll reply with a fixed price within a few hours — no obligations, no hidden fees.

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