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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, Roman mosaics, and the Farnese Collection.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paestum to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paestum to Naples will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
It's difficult to get from Paestum to Naples without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paestum to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 57m. 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 bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Paestum to Naples:
A bus is $0.26 (€0.21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paestum to Naples costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 10m.
You'll arrive about 43m sooner (57m by bus vs 1h 40m by car) and save roughly $12 (€10) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€8) vs $22 (€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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Autolinee Giuliano bus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autolinee Giuliano bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Busitalia Campania SpA | Departure Time 02:38PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Busitalia Campania SpA | Departure Time 03:48PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 5h17 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Paestum to Naples buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Paestum | 0h50 | 7:50 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Paestum | 1h00 | 8:10 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 6:35 AM Paestum | 1h45 | 8:20 AM Naples | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Paestum | 3h25 | 12:00 PM Naples | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paestum to Naples run on average 10 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 21:43. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 46m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 9:43 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famed for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, Roman mosaics, and the Farnese Collection.
Major fine arts museum in a former Bourbon palace, known for works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Neapolitan masters, plus a large park.
Small but world-famous museum chapel housing Giuseppe Sanmartino’s Veiled Christ, one of Naples’ most celebrated sculptures.
The most famous historic-center route, cutting across old Naples through churches, palaces, shops, and intense street life.
Celebrated lane of nativity artisan workshops, busy year-round and especially iconic for local craft traditions and social media appeal.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and San Francesco da Paola, ideal for classic city views.
Naples’s iconic soft, wood-fired pizza with a blistered crust, traditionally topped as Marinara or Margherita. It is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and a simple staple in Naples.
A famous Neapolitan pastry with crisp layered shell and sweet ricotta filling, often scented with citrus. It is a signature breakfast or snack in the city.
Popular modern pizzeria known for excellent dough, high-quality toppings, and polished service. A reliable choice for classic and refined pizza.
Established traditional restaurant serving classic Neapolitan dishes in a warm, characterful setting. Good for pasta and local home-style cooking.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria celebrated for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara. A landmark casual stop with strong local identity.
Moderate by Italian standards. Pizza, coffee, and transit are affordable, while hotels and seafront dining cost more.
Service is often included or a coperto is charged. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxis slightly.
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