How to travel from Venice to Positano

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Compare bus and flight for Venice to Positano

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a flight costs an average of $538.

Distance: 349 miles (563 km)

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$538

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$154

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5h 50m

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11h 8m

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10h 38m

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7h 46m

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1.7 - 3.4kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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Compare ways to travel from Venice to Positano

Compare the available ways to get from Venice to Positano, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Positano is a bus with an average price of $64.

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

A bus is $474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Positano costing on average $538.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Positano is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 50m.

Other travel options to Positano take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Venice and Positano including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Positano among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 56m sooner (3h 50m by flight vs 7h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $538 compared to roughly $154 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Venice to Positano

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

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

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Fastest

  • Marino Autolinee065 · 051
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Positano.

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There are 2 options to travel between Venice and Positano including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Positano is a bus with an average price of $64.

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

A bus is $474 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Positano costing on average $538.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Positano is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 50m.

Other travel options to Positano take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 8m.

The distance from Venice to Positano is approximately 349 miles (563 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Positano is:
  • Around 30 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Venice to Positano:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Naples International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti and arrive in Meta, SS145 (Basilica di Santa Maria del Lauro).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Positano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, ITA, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, British Airways, Volotea, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Eurowings, KLM Cityhopper, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline, Smartwings, Helvetic Airways to go to Positano by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus to go to Positano by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Venice to Positano:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Venice to Positano often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi, Salerno, Capri. 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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