Florence Airport & Train Station: Private Transfer to Hotel

A driver holding your name at the gate, your luggage already in the trunk

You're met by name at Florence Airport or train station, your luggage is loaded, and a private driver takes you directly to your hotel without detours or negotiation. Waiting time is built in (45 minutes at the airport, 15 at the station), so minor delays don't derail the plan. The price is fixed before you land, and the vehicle is sized for your group.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer in Florence

• Meet driver at arrival point
• Inform driver of pick up location
• Driver assists with luggage
• Travel to drop off location

The experience

The moment you clear arrivals at Florence Airport or step onto the platform at Santa Maria Novella station, someone is already looking for you. Your driver stands with a sign bearing your name: at the airport gate itself, or at the pharmacy on the left side of the station, near the platforms. No hunting through a crowd, no negotiating a price at the curb, no wrestling your suitcase into a taxi that smells like old cigarettes. You've already arranged everything. The car is waiting, the route is set, and the driver knows exactly where you're going.

The transfer itself is simple: you sit, they drive. The vehicle is a private sedan or van depending on your group size, and the driver helps with luggage and navigates Florence's traffic while you watch the city come into focus through the window. Travel time shifts with the hour and congestion (morning arrivals move faster than afternoon ones), but that's already factored in. The service includes 45 minutes of waiting time at the airport if your flight is delayed, 15 minutes at the train station, and another 15 if you're being picked up from your hotel lobby for an onward journey. Each person gets one suitcase. If you're traveling with a stroller, car seat, or service animal, those travel with you at no extra charge.

What makes this different from hailing a cab is the certainty. You're not standing outside in August heat trying to flag down a ride, not haggling over whether the meter is running fairly, not wondering if the driver knows where your hotel actually is. The price is locked in before you arrive. The driver has your flight or train number, knows when to expect you, and will adjust if you're running late, within reason. (If your flight gets diverted or you miss your train entirely, that's on you, the service doesn't refund no-shows.) You travel with luggage, maybe kids, maybe both. The driver takes the stress of getting from the airport or station to your accommodation and makes it invisible.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes one-way private transport in a sedan or van, pickup at Florence Airport (at the gate), Florence train station (at the pharmacy on the left side), or your hotel lobby, with the driver handling your luggage. Waiting time is included: 45 minutes at the airport, 15 minutes at the train station, and 15 minutes at your hotel lobby. Drop-off is at your hotel, the airport, or the train station: wherever you need to go. Each traveler is allowed one suitcase.
• specialized infant seats and stroller transport are available on request.

Options for this experience

10 options

Sedan pickup from SMN Train St. by dayUp to 2 per booking · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Duration: 15 minutes. Sedan for up to 2 passengers with 2 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

Sedan pickup from SMN Train St. at nightUp to 2 per booking · 23 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Duration: 15 minutes. Sedan for up to 2 passengers with 2 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

Van pickup from SMN Train St. by dayUp to 8 per booking · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Duration: 15 minutes. Van for up to 8 passengers with 8 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

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FLR Airport (Day-Sedan)Up to 2 per booking · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Sedan for up to 2 passengers with 2 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

FLR Airport (Night-Sedan)Up to 2 per booking · 23 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Sedan for up to 2 passengers with 2 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

Van pickup from SMN Train St. at nightUp to 8 per booking · 23 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Duration: 15 minutes. Van for up to 8 passengers with 8 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

FLR Airport (Day-Van)Up to 8 per booking · 25 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 19:30Duration: 45 minutes. Van for up to 8 passengers with 8 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

FLR Airport (Night-Van)Up to 8 per booking · 23 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Van for up to 8 passengers with 8 pieces of luggage. Pickup is included.

Outside-the-centre option in the Florence areaUp to 8 per booking · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Duration: 45 minutes. Pickup is included.

Lucca, Pisa or SienaUp to 8 per booking · 48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Discover Italy dmc

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue, the price negotiation, and the uncertainty of finding reliable transport in a city you don't know yet. The driver meets you by name and takes you directly where you're going, which is what turns a transfer from a logistical problem into a solved detail.

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Top questions

Where exactly will the driver meet me at Florence Airport?

At the arrival gate itself. The driver holds a sign with your name.

What if my flight is delayed?

The service includes 45 minutes of waiting time at the airport. Beyond that, delays are not the operator's responsibility and the booking may be treated as a no-show.

Can I bring a car seat or stroller?

Yes. Infants can ride in a stroller or car seat, and specialized infant seats are available upon request. Service animals are also allowed.

How much luggage can I bring?

Each person is allowed one suitcase. Oversized items like surfboards, golf clubs, or bikes may have restrictions. Contact the operator before booking if you have excess luggage.

What if I'm being picked up from my hotel instead of the airport?

The driver will wait 15 minutes in the hotel lobby. Provide your pickup time when you book.

How long does the transfer take?

Travel time depends on traffic and the time of day. Morning transfers are typically faster than afternoon ones. Exact duration will be confirmed based on your specific pickup and drop-off locations.

Is the price the same regardless of traffic?

Yes. The price is fixed before you arrive, regardless of traffic conditions or how long the journey takes.

What if I'm traveling with a child on my lap?

Infants are required to sit on an adult's lap. If you prefer a specialized infant seat, those are available: request one when you book.