How to travel from Naples to Positano

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Compare bus and ferry for Naples to Positano

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $9.

Distance: 18 miles (30 km)

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$34

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$52

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2h 19m

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1h 19m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Positano is a ferry with an average price of $34.

This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Positano:

A ferry is $18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Positano costing on average $52.

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Positano is by train with an average journey time of 57m.

Other travel options to Positano take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 17m.

Ferry takes on average 1h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Naples and Positano including taking a bus and ferry.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Naples to Positano among Omio's users.

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from Naples to Positano

How to get from Naples to Positano by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Naples to Positano is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM1h00
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    5:40 PMVico Equense, Corso Filangieri
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:40 PM1h00
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    5:40 PMVico Equense, Corso Filangieri
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • NLGNLG JET
    6:25 PM0h35
    Naples Beverello
    7:00 PMPort of Sorrento
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Itabus2603
    4:35 PM1h15
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    5:50 PMVico Equense, Corso Filangieri
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2603
    4:35 PM1h30
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    6:05 PMMeta, SS145 (Basilica di Santa Maria del Lauro)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2603
    4:35 PM1h40
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    6:15 PMSant'Agnello, Corso Italia / Via Don Minzoni (Town Hall)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlilauroGIOVE JET
    9:00 AM0h45
    Naples Beverello
    9:45 AMPort of Sorrento
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlilauroGIOVE JET
    3:05 PM0h45
    Naples Beverello
    3:50 PMPort of Sorrento
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlilauroGIOVE JET
    1:00 PM0h45
    Naples Beverello
    1:45 PMPort of Sorrento
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Naples to Positano

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Naples to Positano there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 71,06% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Naples to Positano. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Naples to Positano

Travel to Positano easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Naples to Positano.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Naples and Positano including taking a bus and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Positano is a ferry with an average price of $34.

This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Positano:

A ferry is $18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Positano costing on average $52.

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Positano is by train with an average journey time of 57m.

Other travel options to Positano take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 17m.

Ferry takes on average 1h 19m.

The distance from Naples to Positano is approximately 18 miles (30 km).
The average frequency per day from Naples to Positano is:
  • Around 40 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Naples and Positano as scheduled services by bus and ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Naples to Positano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Campania Express to go to Positano by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Enjoy Traveling s.a.s. Sorrento, ENJOY TRAVELLING S.A.S., FlixBus, Itabus to go to Positano by bus.
  • Travel with NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost, Alilauro, Seremar, Snav to go to Positano by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Naples to Positano with the following travel companies:
  • 40 direct trains per day with Campania Express.
  • 7 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Enjoy Traveling s.a.s. Sorrento, ENJOY TRAVELLING S.A.S., FlixBus, Itabus.
  • 6 direct ferries per day with NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost, Alilauro, Seremar.
Omio customers who travel from Naples to Positano often also extend their vacation to go to Sorrento, Amalfi, Rome, Capri, Salerno. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Positano and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Positano to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Positano, you can stroll through narrow streets with charming boutiques and artisan shops, enjoy a boat tour of the picturesque coastline, visit local markets for fresh produce and handmade goods, and take a cooking class to learn traditional Italian dishes. Experience a sunset aperitivo at a cliffside bar with stunning views, and explore best sights like Spiaggia Grande, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, the scenic Path of the Gods, Fornillo Beach, and Positano Art Galleries.
To fully enjoy Positano's stunning views, beaches, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows time to explore the town's charming streets, relax on the beach, and take a day trip to nearby attractions like the Amalfi Coast or Capri.

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