How to travel from Naples to Sulmona

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Compare train and bus for Naples to Sulmona

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Naples to Sulmona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €27.

Distance: 85 miles (138 km)

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€27

Average price

€25

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Cheapest

€34

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4h 10m

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3h 40m

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4h 53m

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4h 23m

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2h 39m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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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 Sulmona is a train with an average price of €25.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Sulmona costing on average €27.

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Sulmona is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Sulmona take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Naples and Sulmona including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Naples to Sulmona among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €9. The journey takes 4h 23m versus 2h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Naples to Sulmona

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

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train

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

  • RegionaleRegionale 5806 · Regionale 20192 · Regionale Veloce 4164
    7:59 AM8h52
    Naples Centrale
    4:51 PMSulmona station
    €191One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale 5806 · Regionale 20192 · Regionale Veloce 4164
    7:59 AM8h52
    Naples Centrale
    4:51 PMSulmona station
    €191One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:35 AM3h49
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    1:24 PMSulmona, Ospedale
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 5820 · Regionale 20188 · Regionale 4740
    6:59 AM6h58
    Naples Centrale
    1:57 PMSulmona station
    €191One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 21082 · Regionale Veloce 4166
    1:20 PM5h47
    Naples Centrale
    7:07 PMSulmona station
    €231One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 21066 · Regionale 12734 · Regionale Veloce 4164
    8:20 AM8h31
    Naples Centrale
    4:51 PMSulmona station
    €231One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Naples to Sulmona

Travel to Sulmona 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 Sulmona.

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There are 2 options to travel between Naples and Sulmona including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Sulmona is a train with an average price of €25.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Sulmona costing on average €27.

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Sulmona is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Sulmona take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 53m.

The distance from Naples to Sulmona is approximately 85 miles (138 km).
The average frequency per day from Naples to Sulmona is:
  • Around 25 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Naples to Sulmona:
  • Trains mostly depart from Naples Centrale and arrive in Sulmona station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) and arrive in Sulmona, Ospedale.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Naples to Sulmona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Sulmona by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale to go to Sulmona by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Naples to Sulmona:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Naples to Sulmona often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pescara, L'Aquila, Roccaraso, Castel di Sangro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sulmona and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sulmona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sulmona, you can explore the Pelino Confetti Museum, attend events and markets in Piazza Garibaldi, hike in the surrounding mountains, enjoy guided tours of historical sites, and participate in a confectionery-making workshop. Don't miss visiting the Sulmona Cathedral, the Acquedotto Medievale, the Hermitage of Sant'Onofrio al Morrone, and the Museo dell'Arte e della Tecnologia Confettiera for a complete experience.
To fully experience Sulmona's historic sites, local cuisine, and nearby natural attractions, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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