- Must visit
National Archaeological Museum of Paestum
The main museum for Paestum’s finds, displaying sculpture, tomb paintings, and artifacts that explain the city’s Greek and Roman past.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Naples to Paestum
Showing times and prices for Aug 05
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
79 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Naples to Paestum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Paestum will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Naples for Paestum on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:40 PM0h40Naples7:20 PMPaestum€31One-way0 transfers- 12:30 PM1h10Naples1:40 PMPaestum€51One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 PM1h20Naples9:00 PMPaestum€61One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM1h10Naples2:20 PMPaestum€61One-way0 transfers
- 4:20 AM0h50Naples5:10 AMPaestum€71One-way0 transfers
- 6:40 PM0h40Naples7:20 PMPaestum€31One-way0 transfers
- 4:20 AM0h50Naples5:10 AMPaestum€71One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM1h10Naples1:40 PMPaestum€51One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM1h10Naples2:20 PMPaestum€61One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 PM1h20Naples9:00 PMPaestum€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Naples to Paestum
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Paestum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Paestum is a train with an average price of €8.
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Paestum:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Paestum costing on average €9.
The fastest way to travel from Naples to Paestum is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 4m.
Other travel options to Paestum take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 11m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Naples and Paestum including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Naples to Paestum among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (1h 4m by bus vs 1h 28m by car) and save roughly €9 compared to fuel and tolls (€9 vs €18). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Busitalia Campania SpA.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Naples to Paestum Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Busitalia Campania SpA | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 01:11AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €14 |
Live departures
Naples to Paestum bus times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Paestum buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:50 PM Naples | 1h00 | 2:50 PM Paestum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:50 PM Naples | 1h00 | 2:50 PM Paestum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Naples | 1h20 | 5:20 PM Paestum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 PM Naples | 1h10 | 9:10 PM Paestum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| 4:20 AM Naples | 0h50 | 5:10 AM Paestum | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Naples to Paestum
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Buses from Naples to Paestum run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 21:47. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €8
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €8
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Busitalia Campania SpA from Naples to PaestumYou can travel by bus between Naples to Paestum with BlaBlaCar, Busitalia Campania SpA for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Busitalia Campania SpA
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
€14
Busitalia Campania SpA frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Paestum
Things to do in Paestum
Discover the best of Paestum — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paestum trip today.
- Must visit
Tomb of the Diver Gallery
Home of the celebrated diver fresco, this gallery section presents one of Magna Graecia’s most famous painted tombs and related finds.
- Recommended
Sanctuary Finds Gallery
A museum section focused on sacred deposits, metopes, and ritual objects that illuminate worship and temple life in ancient Paestum.
- Must visit
Archaeological Park of Paestum
The archaeological park is the core visitor area, combining temples, open spaces, walls, and museum access in one outstanding walkable site.
- Recommended
Sacred Area of Paestum
A broad green area inside the ruins where the temples can be admired from multiple angles, especially beautiful in softer evening light.
- Recommended
Ancient Main Street
The main pedestrian route through the ancient city helps visitors grasp the urban layout while linking gates, forum, and temple precincts.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Mozzarella Di Bufala Campana
Buffalo mozzarella from the Paestum plain, prized for rich milk and protected tradition. Best eaten fresh the day it is made.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Ricotta Di Bufala
Fresh buffalo-milk ricotta, delicate and creamy, often eaten plain or warm from the dairy. A hallmark of the Sele plain.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Insalata Caprese
Simple salad of ripe local tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, basil, and olive oil. It reflects Campania's dairy and produce traditions.
Casa Coloni
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Tenuta Vannulo, known for creative cuisine centered on exceptional buffalo dairy in a refined rural setting.
Tenuta Vannulo
Historic buffalo farm and dairy shop famous for ultra-fresh mozzarella, yogurt, and simple local dishes in a popular countryside setting.
Domus Clelia
Well-known local pizzeria and restaurant serving Neapolitan pizza and Campanian staples in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Generally cheaper than Amalfi Coast hotspots. B&Bs, casual dining, and local trains are fairly priced, though summer stays near the coast cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a sit-down meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale seafood or tasting menus.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up; small change is enough at cafes.
Unico Campania
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.60
- Day pass
- €4.50
To the city center
Paestum -> Capaccio Paestum town center
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Use Unico Campania tickets for regional buses around Paestum and validate your ticket when boarding.
- Contactless bank card payment is not reliably available on local buses, so buy tickets in advance via Unico Campania or authorized retailers.
FAQs: Bus from Naples to Paestum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Paestum by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paestum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Naples to Paestum can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Naples to Paestum is €9 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Naples to Paestum is 4h 20m to travel the 49 miles (79 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Naples to Paestum leaves at 3:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Naples to Paestum leaves at 9:47 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct buses a day from Naples to Paestum with BlaBlaCar, Busitalia Campania SpA. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Naples to Paestum, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Busitalia Campania SpA for the best way to get you to Paestum. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Naples and Paestum and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Paestum from Naples is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Naples to Paestum is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Naples and Paestum including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Naples to Paestum has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Naples to Paestum.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Paestum are:
- Temple of Hera, an ancient Greek temple known for its well-preserved Doric architecture
- Temple of Neptune, the largest and most impressive temple in Paestum dedicated to the god of the sea
- Temple of Athena, a smaller temple showcasing a blend of Greek and Italic architectural styles
- Roman Forum, the remains of the central public space used for political and social gatherings in Roman times
- Basilica Paleocristiana, an early Christian basilica with fascinating historical significance.
The best things to do in Paestum include:
- Visit the Archaeological Park of Paestum, explore the well-preserved Greek temples and ancient ruins
- Stroll through the Buffalo Mozzarella Farms, experience the production process and taste fresh mozzarella
- Relax on Paestum Beach, enjoy the sandy shores and clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea
- Explore the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park, hike through scenic landscapes and discover diverse wildlife
- Attend a local festival, immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and traditions of the region.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Naples to Paestum.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Naples to Paestum.
No, luggage for the bus from Naples to Paestum needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Naples to Paestum.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Naples to Paestum.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Naples to Paestum.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Naples to Paestum.
Since both Naples and Paestum are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Naples to Paestum among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Paestum, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially around crowded areas and archaeological sites. Scams involving overpriced taxi rides or unauthorized tour guides can occur. It's advisable to use official services and keep belongings secure to ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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