- Must visit
Museo Correale di Terranova
Sorrento’s main civic museum, set in an 18th-century villa with paintings, decorative arts, and Neapolitan furnishings, plus sea-view gardens.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portici to Sorrento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portici to Sorrento will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Portici for Sorrento on Thu, Jun 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 54 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portici to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a ferry costs an average of $19.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portici to Sorrento:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Portici to Sorrento costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:
Train takes on average 54m.
Ferry takes on average 1h 8m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Campania Express, Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l., Campania Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Portici to Sorrento trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11721 | 5:41 PM Portici | 0h51 | 6:32 PM Sant'Agnello | 0 transfersDirect | |
11721 | 5:41 PM Portici | 0h54 | 6:35 PM Sorrento station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
![]() | 6:41 AM Portici | 0h54 | 7:35 AM Sorrento | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Portici to Sorrento run on average 5 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:41, the last at 19:28. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 8:41 AM |
Last train 7:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Sorrento’s main civic museum, set in an 18th-century villa with paintings, decorative arts, and Neapolitan furnishings, plus sea-view gardens.
A cultural venue hosting rotating art and photography exhibitions in a historic villa near the city center, often popular during seasonal events.
A specialized museum dedicated to Sorrento’s inlaid-wood tradition, displaying fine marquetry, furniture, and craft history in a historic palazzo.
Sorrento’s main square and transport hub, surrounded by historic buildings and busy streets, making it the natural starting point for exploring the town.
A picturesque old fishing quarter with colorful waterfront scenery and a more traditional atmosphere, popular for photos and sunset walks.
A clifftop public garden with one of the best views over the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, especially popular at sunset.
Potato gnocchi baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil. It is one of Sorrento’s signature dishes and a classic of local home cooking.
A famous Sorrento lemon dessert made with soft sponge cake and lemon cream. It showcases the area’s celebrated citrus, especially Limone Di Sorrento.
Baked pasta tubes filled with ricotta and topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella. It is a traditional comforting dish found in many local restaurants.
Fine dining restaurant known for refined Campanian cuisine, tasting menus, and an upscale terrace setting within a luxury hotel.
Well-known waterfront seafood restaurant by Marina Grande, appreciated for fresh catch, classic Campanian dishes, and a memorable sea-view setting.
Central Sorrento restaurant serving polished regional dishes, seafood, and local wines in an elegant but approachable atmosphere near Piazza Tasso.
Prices are above average for southern Italy, especially in peak season. Hotels and dining cost more in central tourist areas.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Sorrento Railway Station, Sorrento -> Piazza Tasso, Sorrento
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portici to Sorrento 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 Sorrento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Portici to Sorrento trains use the to Sorrento station pair. Use this guide to compare Portici and Sorrento train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sorrento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Tasso, Il Buco
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sorrento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sorrento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Royal, Hotel Mediterraneo, Hotel Bristol.
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