- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famous for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, Roman mosaics, and classical sculpture.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 buses that leave Rome Ciampino Airport for Naples Centrale on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale costing on average $20 (€16).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 36m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€38). The journey takes 2h 36m versus 2h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:15 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 3h15 | 8:30 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 3h10 | 3:05 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 3h15 | 6:45 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 3h10 | 10:05 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rome Ciampino Airport to Naples Centrale run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Napoli Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Napoli Centrale trip today.
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famous for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, Roman mosaics, and classical sculpture.
A major art museum in a former Bourbon palace, known for Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, royal apartments, and a large hilltop park.
A compact but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, celebrated for its astonishing marble craftsmanship.
The most famous historic street in Naples, cutting through the old center with churches, palaces, shops, and constant local life.
The celebrated street of nativity workshops, lively year-round and especially iconic for Neapolitan craft traditions and social media-friendly scenes.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by major monuments and often used as a starting point for exploring the historic center and waterfront.
Naples’s iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, airy crust and simple toppings such as Margherita or Marinara. It is the city’s most famous traditional dish.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and naturally free of dairy.
A celebrated Neapolitan pastry with many crisp layers and a sweet ricotta filling. It is a signature breakfast or snack in Naples.
Long-established pizzeria known for traditional fried and baked Neapolitan pizzas. Lively, local setting with a strong reputation for quality.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famed for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara. Casual atmosphere and one of the city’s best-known pizza institutions.
Classic Neapolitan restaurant near the station, serving seafood, pasta, and regional specialties in an elegant traditional dining room.
Moderate for Italy: pizza and coffee are affordable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is modest: round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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