- 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
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Maria Capua Vetere 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 Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 14 trains that leave Santa Maria Capua Vetere station for Naples Centrale on Mon, Jun 22, 9 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 25 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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 5811 · Regionale 21162
Regionale 5819 · Regionale 21194
Regionale 5809
Regionale 5819
Regionale 5801
Regionale 5813
Regionale 5189
Regionale 5801
Regionale 5835 · Regionale 5199
Regionale 5829 · Regionale 21168Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 15 miles (25 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale:
A train is $0.99 (€0.81) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Naples Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 49m.
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Direct services run with Regionale, Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l..
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 Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 5817 | 2:16 PM Santa Maria Capua Vetere station | 0h54 | 3:10 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5189 | 3:22 PM Santa Maria Capua Vetere station | 0h56 | 4:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5829 · Regionale 21168 | 7:16 PM Santa Maria Capua Vetere station | 1h02 | 8:18 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5841 · Regionale 5656 | 8:08 PM Santa Maria Capua Vetere station | 1h02 | 9:10 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Santa Maria Capua Vetere station to Naples Centrale run on average 13 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:49, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 51m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 8:49 AM |
Last train 8:17 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria Capua Vetere 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.

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