- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, famed for Roman mosaics, Farnese sculptures, and finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
63
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona 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 Ancona to Naples Centrale will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Ancona to Naples Centrale without transferring at least once.
BUS L533D+
Regionale Veloce 4519 · Regionale 21067
Regionale 4209 · Regionale Veloce 4167+
Intercity 555
Intercity 35615+
Autobus NA836 · Regionale 21196
InterCityNotte 757+
Intercity 716
Intercity 35617 · Intercity 704+
Regionale 5199
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 9657
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9643
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9647 · FRECCIAROSSA 9551
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639 · FRECCIAROSSA 9543
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9647+
8963Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Naples Centrale:
A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Naples Centrale costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 22m.
Bus takes on average 7h 9m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $63 (€51). The journey takes 5h 22m versus 4h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Naples Centrale trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:18 AM Ancona | 10h26 | 4:44 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Ancona | 7h58 | 3:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Ancona | 7h39 | 10:34 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
InterCityNotte 765+ FRECCIAROSSA 9620+ Regionale 21148 | 2:46 AM Ancona station | 6h15 | 9:01 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 757+ Intercity 716 | 2:56 AM Ancona station | 8h24 | 11:20 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 757+ Regionale Veloce 4163+ 9967 | On time 2:56 AM Ancona station | 7h57 | 10:53 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 757+ Regionale Veloce 4163+ 8907 | 2:56 AM Ancona station | 11h47 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 757+ Regionale Veloce 4163+ 9971 | On time 2:56 AM Ancona station | 8h57 | 11:53 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9601 | 3:17 AM Ancona station | 6h46 | 10:03 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9601+ 9971 | On time 3:17 AM Ancona station | 8h36 | 11:53 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9601+ 9967 | On time 3:17 AM Ancona station | 7h36 | 10:53 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9601+ 8907 | 3:17 AM Ancona station | 11h26 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
BUS L533D+ Regionale Veloce 4519 · Regionale 21067 | 4:00 AM Ancona station | 10h45 | 2:45 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4205 · Regionale Veloce 20797+ 8902 | 5:15 AM Ancona station | 10h13 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4205 · Regionale Veloce 20797+ 8907 | 5:15 AM Ancona station | 9h28 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4205 · Regionale Veloce 20797+ 9927 | 5:15 AM Ancona station | 10h28 | 3:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ Intercity 583 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 10h05 | 3:50 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ Intercity 583+ 9931 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 10h58 | 4:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ Intercity 583+ 9927 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 9h58 | 3:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ Intercity 583+ 8902 | 5:45 AM Ancona station | 9h43 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ 8907 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 8h23 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ 9927 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 9h23 | 3:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 · FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ 8902 | 6:20 AM Ancona station | 9h08 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ 8907 | 7:20 AM Ancona station | 7h23 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ 8902 | 7:20 AM Ancona station | 8h08 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9466+ 8902 | 7:20 AM Ancona station | 8h08 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4209 · Regionale Veloce 4167+ Intercity 555 | 7:33 AM Ancona station | 9h01 | 4:34 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4209 · Regionale Veloce 4167+ 8902 | 7:33 AM Ancona station | 7h55 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4209 · Regionale Veloce 4167+ 8907 | 7:33 AM Ancona station | 7h10 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4209 · Regionale Veloce 4167+ 9977 | 7:33 AM Ancona station | 7h20 | 2:53 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 6h48 | 2:33 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ 8902 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 7h43 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ 9977 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 7h08 | 2:53 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ 8907 | 7:45 AM Ancona station | 6h58 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Ancona to Naples Centrale run on average 29 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:33, the last at 14:55. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 1:33 AM |
Last train 2:55 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, famed for Roman mosaics, Farnese sculptures, and finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Major fine arts museum in a Bourbon palace with masterpieces by Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael, plus a vast hilltop park.
A compact but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, one of Naples’ most celebrated sculptures.
The city’s most famous historic street axis, cutting through the old center and packed with churches, palaces, shops, and daily life.
Busy central shopping and walking street linking historic Naples with elegant quarters, also popular for street scenes and architecture.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and San Francesco da Paola, central to most first visits.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, blistered crust and simple toppings such as tomato, mozzarella, and basil. 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 is naturally free of dairy.
A celebrated Neapolitan pastry with many crisp layers and a ricotta-based filling, often scented with citrus. It is a signature breakfast or snack in Naples.
Well-known traditional pizzeria with a long history, loved for classic fried starters and excellent Neapolitan pizzas in a lively local setting.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous worldwide for classic Neapolitan pizza, especially Margherita and Marinara. Casual atmosphere and long-standing reputation.
Established Neapolitan restaurant near the central station area, known for traditional dishes, seafood, pasta, and polished but classic service.
Generally moderate for Italy: pizza and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is often included via coperto or servizio. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis.
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