- 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
$23
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paola station 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 Paola station to Naples Centrale will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 24 trains that leave Paola station for Naples Centrale on Mon, Jun 22, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
Regionale 5594 · Regionale 5202
Regionale 5650 · Regionale 5208
Regionale 5584
Regionale 5338
Regionale 5638 · Regionale 22136
FRECCIAROSSA 9588
Intercity 724
8134
8158
FRECCIAROSSA 8332+
Regionale 5966Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paola station to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m 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 Paola station to Naples Centrale:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paola station to Naples Centrale costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
The journey is about 31m faster (3h 6m by train vs 3h 37m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $59 (€48)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Paola station to Naples Centrale trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5578 | 6:21 AM Paola station | 3h57 | 10:18 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5594 · Regionale 5202 | 6:39 AM Paola station | 6h04 | 12:43 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 5578 | 7:14 AM Paola station | 3h04 | 10:18 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 550 | 8:17 AM Paola station | 3h00 | 11:17 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 8:27 AM Paola station | 3h00 | 11:27 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5638 · Regionale 22136 | 8:47 AM Paola station | 5h01 | 1:48 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8134 | On time 9:10 AM Paola station | 2h48 | 11:58 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 552 | 9:58 AM Paola station | 3h07 | 1:05 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale 22136 | 10:47 AM Paola station | 3h01 | 1:48 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:53 AM Paola station | 2h35 | 2:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 556 | 12:14 PM Paola station | 3h03 | 3:17 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5338 | 12:37 PM Paola station | 4h01 | 4:38 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5336 | 1:42 PM Paola station | 3h56 | 5:38 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+ Regionale 5336 | 2:13 PM Paola station | 3h25 | 5:38 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8158 | 3:08 PM Paola station | 2h50 | 5:58 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5584 | 3:30 PM Paola station | 3h38 | 7:08 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5648 · Regionale 22146 | 4:23 PM Paola station | 4h15 | 8:38 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724 | 4:36 PM Paola station | 2h42 | 7:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 560 | 5:14 PM Paola station | 3h03 | 8:17 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ Regionale 5966 | 5:40 PM Paola station | 2h53 | 8:33 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5650 · Regionale 5208 | 6:20 PM Paola station | 4h18 | 10:38 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8192 | 7:15 PM Paola station | 2h53 | 10:08 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5590 | 7:30 PM Paola station | 3h38 | 11:08 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paola station to Naples Centrale run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 4:38 AM |
Last train 5:20 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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Napoli Centrale, Naples -> Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paola station to Naples Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naples Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paola station to Naples Centrale trains use the Paola to Napoli Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Napoli, Aeroporto Internazionale. Use this guide to compare Paola station and Naples Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
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Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
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