Rome airport taxis are readily available at the FCO taxi ranks no matter the day or time. Once collecting your luggage, you’ll have to follow the signs to the airport taxi stands, lying outside the Arrivals area of each terminal. Catching your cab from that locations is crucial in order to avoid getting scammed or overcharged. Verily, many individual drivers approach unsuspected travelers claiming to offer so-called low-cost fares and quick rides. Thus, if you get in one of the white taxis with the distinctive “Taxi” sign on their roof, which are lining up at the taxi stands, you’ll avoid the risk of getting ripped off. In any case, you should note that official Rome taxis have the “Comune di Roma” sign on their doors and their license number on the doors, the back of the car, as well as inside the vehicle. 

Rome airport taxi drivers can’t deny rides but have to drive their passengers to their destinations.

Rome airport taxis offer set fares for rides from Rome Airport to Rome Termini. Thus, your trip will cost 50€/54.50$. This fare includes all extra fees (luggage, night rides, etc.). However, even though your taxi fare won’t be affected by potential traffic jams, the duration of your travel will be dependent on the roads’ congestion. During peak hours, the usual 40-60-minute traveling time from FCO to Roma Termini can rise to 80 minutes. On the other hand, tipping is optional. As a matter of fact, it isn’t even customary. Locals usually just round up the fare for satisfying rides. In any case, you should be able to pay the fare in cash and via a debit or credit card, as Rome taxis should be equipped with POS. Still, many Rome taxi drivers claim that their machines are out of order and that’s the reason why they accept only cash payments.

Our Tip 1: You should ask for a receipt and keep it at the end of the ride. It will be proven extremely useful in case of forgotten items inside the cab.

Our Tip 2: You can also opt for a ride-sharing service from Rome Airport to Rome Train Station.