How to Get from Verona Airport to the Dolomites — Complete Guide

Verona Villafranca Airport (Valerio Catullo) is the most convenient airport for reaching the Trentino Dolomites. Located approximately 150 km from Trento and less than two hours from the main valleys — Val di Fassa, Val Gardena, Val di Sole, Madonna di Campiglio — it is the ideal starting point for a Dolomites holiday, both in winter and summer.

Once you land, how do you actually reach the mountain resorts? There are several options, each with its own advantages and drawbacks. This guide compares them all to help you choose the best solution for your trip.

1. Verona Airlink bus + train to Trento

The most affordable option is to combine the Verona Airlink (line 199) from the airport to Verona Porta Nuova railway station with a regional train to Trento.

The Verona Airlink departs from the arrivals area every 20 minutes during peak hours and every 40 minutes at other times. The journey to Porta Nuova takes around 15 minutes. From there, regional trains to Trento run frequently and take approximately one hour.

Tickets for the Airlink bus and regional train can be purchased online or at the station — check the ATV Verona and Trenitalia websites for updated fares.

Pros: the most affordable option overall.
Cons: requires two connections (airport → bus → station → train), not convenient with heavy luggage or ski equipment, and from Trento you still need a further connection to reach the valleys. Total journey time from the airport to your final destination can exceed 3–4 hours.

2. Fly Ski Shuttle — winter season only

The Fly Ski Shuttle is a shared transfer service running during the ski season (typically December to April) that connects Verona Airport directly with resorts in Trentino: Madonna di Campiglio, Val di Sole, Val di Fassa, Val di Fiemme and San Martino di Castrozza.

Departures are available on Saturdays and Sundays, using 56-seat coaches, 16-seat minibuses or 8-seat vans. Advance online booking is required.

Pros: direct airport-to-resort connection with no changes, affordable price, dedicated service for skiers.
Cons: winter only, Saturdays and Sundays only, fixed schedules with no flexibility. If your flight is delayed, you risk missing the shuttle. Not all Dolomite destinations are covered — Val Gardena, Cortina and Val Badia are not served.

3. Car rental — flexibility, but with complications

All major car hire companies (Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt) have desks at Verona Airport. Renting a car offers maximum freedom of movement.

Indicative costs: varies by season and provider — compare offers on the websites of the rental companies present at the airport.

Pros: complete freedom of movement, ideal if you plan to explore several valleys during your stay.
Cons: in winter you need snow chains or winter tyres (often a supplement on the rental). Mountain roads can be demanding in snow and ice. Parking in tourist resorts is often difficult and expensive. For groups, the combined cost of rental and parking can exceed the price of a private transfer.

4. Private NCC transfer — the most comfortable option

A private transfer with a professional driver (NCC) is the option that combines comfort, safety and punctuality. A professional driver meets you at arrivals with a name board and takes you directly to your hotel or apartment anywhere in the Dolomites.

With Autonoleggio Amico, the private transfer service from Verona Airport is available 365 days a year, at any time. We operate vehicles for 1 to 56 passengers: cars, 9-seat minibuses and 56-seat Gran Turismo coaches.

Pros: door-to-door with no changes, flexible timing (including night flights and delays), no parking issues, luggage and sports equipment handled, drivers with expert knowledge of mountain roads. For families and groups, the per-person cost is often comparable to public transport.
Cons: higher cost than public transport if travelling alone.

5. Airport taxi — expensive and impractical

Taxis are available at Verona Airport, but for the Dolomites the service has significant limitations. A taxi from Verona to Trento runs on a meter and incurs high fares, with prices climbing further for the mountain valleys. Not all taxi drivers are familiar with mountain roads, and the metered fare can increase considerably with traffic or winter conditions.

For journeys to the Dolomites, a private NCC transfer with an agreed fixed price is almost always the better choice over a metered taxi.

Comparison table: all options at a glance

Option	Travel time	Indicative cost	Availability	Comfort
Bus + Train	3–4 hours	Check official website	Year-round	⭐⭐
Fly Ski Shuttle	2–3 hours	Check official website	Winter only (Sat–Sun)	⭐⭐⭐
Car rental	1.5–2.5 hours	Varies by season and provider	Year-round	⭐⭐⭐
Private NCC transfer	1.5–2 hours	Free quote	Year-round, 24/7	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Taxi	1.5–2 hours	High metered fares	Year-round	⭐⭐⭐

Which option is right for you?

Travelling solo on a tight budget: the Airlink bus + train is the cheapest option, but factor in time and the effort of managing luggage.

A skier arriving on a Saturday: the Fly Ski Shuttle is a good balance between price and comfort — just check that your destination is covered.

Planning to explore multiple valleys during your stay: car hire gives you maximum flexibility, but be prepared for mountain roads in winter conditions.

Looking for the most comfortable option: a private NCC transfer takes you from the airport to your hotel without any hassle. For families and groups, it is often the most cost-effective choice once the price is split.

Verona Airport to the Dolomites with Autonoleggio Amico

Since 2004, Autonoleggio Amico has been providing private transfer services from Verona Airport to all Dolomite destinations: Val di Fassa, Val Gardena, Val Badia, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Madonna di Campiglio, Val di Sole, Alpe di Siusi, and many more.

We offer vehicles for every need: from cars for couples to 56-seat Gran Turismo coaches for large groups. Your driver will be waiting at arrivals and will take you directly to your destination.

Request a free quote for your transfer — we will reply within a few hours with an all-inclusive price, no surprises.