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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paestum to Pompei among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. 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 $9, while a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $17 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€8). The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 11m 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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Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Paestum to Pompei is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

3:57 PM 1h22 Paestum 5:19 PM Pompei $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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3:57 PM 1h22 Paestum 5:19 PM Pompei $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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3:57 PM 1h22 Paestum 5:19 PM Pompei $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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6:07 AM 1h42 Paestum 7:49 AM Pompei $7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 12 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paestum and Pompei as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Paestum station and arrive in Pompei station.
- Travel with Regionale, Intercity to go to Pompei by train.
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