- 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
$83
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 12211+
Intercity 501
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+
Intercity 597
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399+
FRECCIAROSSA 8525
Regionale 12225+
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
FRECCIABIANCA 8613
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+
FRECCIAROSSA 9427
Regionale 12215+
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+
FRECCIARGENTO 8551
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623 · FRECCIAROSSA 9435
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619
Regionale 12225+
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
FRECCIABIANCA 8613
Regionale 12211+
FRECCIAROSSA 8335+
FRECCIARGENTO 8583Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale costing on average $67 (€54).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 15m.
The journey is about 18m faster (5h 47m by train vs 6h 5m by car) and roughly $125 (€100) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 (€54) vs $192 (€155)). 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.
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 Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12245+ InterCityNotte 899 | 10:35 PM Riomaggiore station | 10h30 | 9:05 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
Regionale 12211+ Intercity 501 | 5:23 AM Riomaggiore station | 7h11 | 12:34 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12211+ FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ FRECCIAROSSA 8335 | 5:23 AM Riomaggiore station | 6h10 | 11:33 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12215+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ FRECCIAROSSA 9613 | 7:22 AM Riomaggiore station | 5h48 | 1:10 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12225+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613 | 12:38 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h10 | 6:48 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+ Intercity 597 | 2:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 9h37 | 11:39 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 2:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h46 | 8:48 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 3:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 6h31 | 9:33 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 3:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 5h51 | 9:48 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623 · FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 5:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 5h51 | 11:48 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Riomaggiore station to Naples Centrale run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 10:49 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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