Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) → Lake Garda (Garda) transfer
The private transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport to the town of Garda on Lake Garda covers 157 km and usually takes 102–128 minutes. A standard car typically costs around €190–240, a minivan around €240–300, and the exact price is shown before you book.
- From
- Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
- To
- Lake Garda (Garda)
- Distance
- 157 km
- Typical drive
- 102–128 min
The drive crosses almost the whole Veneto, from the Venetian Lagoon to the eastern shore of the lake. It suits travellers who land in Venice, perhaps after a few days in the city, and want to reach their lake hotel without changing trains or buses.
The route across the Veneto
From the airport the driver joins the A4 motorway heading west and passes Padua, Vicenza and Verona. After Verona there are two common ways to the eastern shore: north on the Brenner motorway towards Affi, or the southern lake exit at Peschiera and then along the shore road past Lazise and Bardolino. The driver picks the better option for the traffic on the day.
The A4 is a toll motorway, which is already part of the agreed price. In summer the lake roads become slow, especially around Peschiera and Bardolino in the late afternoon.
Garda and the eastern shore
Garda is a small lakeside town on the Veronese shore, often called the Riviera degli Olivi for its olive groves. It has a lakefront promenade, a compact old centre and good boat connections to other towns on the lake.
Hotels, apartments and campsites spread along the shore from Peschiera in the south to Malcesine in the north. If you stay in Bardolino, Lazise, Torri del Benaco or another town, enter your exact address when booking; the price is calculated for that address.
Who travels this route
- Families
- Many families stay near the theme parks at the south-east corner of the lake. A minivan gives room for buggies and children’s luggage, and child seats can be requested.
- Cyclists and hikers
- The mountains above the northern lake draw cyclists and walkers. Declare bicycles in bags or cases when booking so the right vehicle is sent.
- Venice and lake combined
- Couples often spend a few nights in Venice and then move to the lake. A pickup in Mestre or at Piazzale Roma can be booked as a separate ride.
When to leave the lake for your flight
Book the return pickup about four hours before a European flight from VCE, and four and a half hours before a long-haul departure. That covers the drive of up to around two hours, slow lake roads and airport check-in. On summer weekends, add a further half hour.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Venice Airport to Lake Garda?
To the town of Garda, the 157 km drive usually takes 102–128 minutes. Towns further north on the lake take longer, while Peschiera at the southern end is a little closer.
Can I be dropped at a hotel in Malcesine or Riva del Garda?
Yes. Enter your hotel address when booking. These towns are further north than Garda, so the drive and the price are different.
Can we stop briefly in Verona on the way?
Mention any stop you would like when booking, so the local company can plan the time. The ride is private, so there are no stops for other passengers.
Are motorway tolls extra?
No. The price shown before booking is the total for the ride, and it does not change because of traffic or a delayed flight.
Is a car big enough for four people and bikes?
No, choose a minivan or ask for a larger vehicle. Declare the bikes when booking so the company sends a vehicle with enough space.