Long-Distance Taxi & VTC Transfers Across France

FTC Rider provides long-distance taxi and VTC transfers across France: a private chauffeur drives you door to door from one city to another, whether it is Paris to Lyon, Nice to Milan, Marseille to Geneva, Bordeaux to Toulouse or any other route you need. One fixed price agreed before departure, a professional driver, no connections, no queues and all your luggage in the boot. Book online 24/7, in English or French.

City-to-city chauffeur service, door to door

A long-distance VTC transfer is the simplest way to travel between two French cities when you have luggage, children, a tight schedule or simply want to rest. Your chauffeur collects you at your home, hotel, office, station or airport terminal and drops you at the exact address at the other end. There is no taxi to the station, no platform to find, no connection to miss and no second taxi on arrival. You choose the departure time, the car waits for you, and you can stop for a meal, a coffee or a break whenever you like.

Unlike a metered taxi, a VTC (voiture de transport avec chauffeur) is always booked in advance, so the price is fixed before you set off and does not change with traffic. Our guide Taxi vs VTC in France explains the difference in detail.

Popular long-distance routes and journey times

The times below are typical driving times in normal traffic, without breaks. Your driver confirms the best route and departure time for your trip.

• Paris to Lyon: about 465 km, 4 h 30 to 5 h on the A6. See our Paris and Lyon chauffeur pages.
• Paris to Marseille: about 775 km, 7 h to 7 h 30 on the A6 and A7.
• Nice to Milan: about 320 km, around 3 h 30 along the Italian Riviera motorway via Genoa.
• Marseille to Geneva: about 420 km, around 4 h 30. See Marseille and Geneva Airport.
• Bordeaux to Toulouse: about 245 km, around 2 h 30 on the A62. See Bordeaux and Toulouse.
• Nice to Lyon: about 470 km, 4 h 45 to 5 h via the A8 and A7. See Nice.
• Marseille to Nice: about 200 km, 2 h to 2 h 15 on the A8.
• Lyon to Geneva: about 150 km, around 1 h 45.
• Paris to Bordeaux: about 585 km, 5 h 30 to 6 h on the A10.
• Nice to Paris: about 930 km, 9 to 10 h of driving. A comfortable choice for families, for people who prefer not to fly, or when you travel with a lot of luggage.
• Lyon or Geneva airport to the Alps: 2 to 3 h to resorts such as Courchevel, with room for skis and boots.

Why a private car often beats the train or a flight

For one person travelling light, the TGV is hard to beat. For two to four people, or anyone with luggage, a private car often wins on total door-to-door time, cost per person and comfort:

• Door to door: no trip to and from the station or airport at each end, which often adds one to two hours to a train or flight.
• One price for the whole car: a fixed fare shared by two to four passengers compares well with several last-minute train or plane tickets.
• Luggage travels with you: suitcases, skis, pushchairs and golf bags, with no baggage fees and nothing to carry through a station.
• Your timetable: leave at 5 am or 11 pm, stop when you want, change the drop-off address on the way.
• Strikes and cancellations: when trains are cancelled or flights delayed, a booked car still goes.
• Work or rest on board: a quiet car, private phone calls, or sleep for the whole journey.

Night journeys, early departures and airport connections

Many long-distance transfers are timed around a flight or a cruise: a late arrival at Paris-Charles de Gaulle or Orly with an onward trip to Lyon or the Loire, an early start from Nice to catch a flight in Milan or Geneva, or a direct run from Marseille Provence Airport to a hotel in the Alps. We operate 24/7, including night runs, weekends and bank holidays. Your driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pick-up time if it lands early or late. On the longest routes we plan regular breaks so that you arrive safely.

Cross-border transfers: Italy, Switzerland and Monaco

From the Côte d’Azur and the Alps, many long-distance journeys cross a border: Nice or Monaco to Milan, Turin, Genoa or Sanremo; Marseille, Lyon or the ski resorts to Geneva Airport; and Monaco to anywhere in France. The price is fixed in the same way as for a domestic transfer. Please carry a valid passport or ID card for every passenger. See also our Nice to Italy transfers.

How to book your long-distance transfer

1. Enter your pick-up and drop-off addresses, the date and the time in the booking form at the top of this page.
2. Choose the vehicle that suits your group and luggage and see the fixed price.
3. Pay online to confirm your booking.
4. Your chauffeur meets you at the agreed address, station or arrivals hall.

Need a car and driver for the day once you arrive? Combine your transfer with hourly hire (mise à disposition).

Frequently asked questions

How much does a long-distance taxi or VTC transfer cost?

The price depends on the distance, the vehicle and the time of travel. Enter your route in the booking form at the top of this page to see the exact fixed price before you book. It will not change with traffic or roadworks.

Is a VTC cheaper than a taxi for a long journey?

A VTC fare is fixed in advance, whereas a taxi on a long route runs on the meter at its long-distance tariff, which usually includes the empty return journey. With a VTC you know the total before you leave.

Can you drive me from France to Italy or Switzerland?

Yes. We regularly drive to Milan, Turin, Genoa, Sanremo and Geneva, and to and from Monaco. Every passenger needs a valid passport or national ID card.

Can we stop on the way?

Yes. Tell us when you book or simply ask your driver. On long routes, regular breaks are planned anyway so that the driver stays fresh.

How far in advance should I book a long-distance transfer?

As early as you can, especially for night departures, school holidays and ski-season weekends. Last-minute bookings are accepted whenever a driver is available.