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How to get from Naples to Caserta

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0h 29min
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5€
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Distance
27 km
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Checked offer from Naples to Caserta: Bus, about 0h 29min, from €5. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, Transferelax, Easy Transfer; main departure point: Metropark Centrale Bus Stop.

Distance: 27 km. Data updated on .

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0h 29min – 0h 35min
5 – 6 €
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🚌 Departure from Naples
📍Buses to Caserta generally leave from the Piazza Garibaldi area next to Napoli Centrale station, the city's main transport hub. Confirm the exact boarding stop on your ticket, as the area has several stops and the operator may vary.
🚇From the historic centre, reach Piazza Garibaldi by metro Line 1 or Line 2, or by tram and city bus. A taxi is also easy to find. The area is busy, so keep your belongings close and allow extra time.
⏰Departures run regularly throughout the day, with the first services early in the morning and the last in the evening. Check the live timetable on this page for current times, especially on Sundays and holidays.
💸 Transport from 5€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 0h 29min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
FlixBus Bus Metropark Centrale Bus Stop €5 6
Marino Bus Naples €7 1
Itabus Bus Metropark Central Parking €11 1
Sindbad Bus Naples €18 1
Transferelax Van / transfer €61 2
Easy Transfer Van / transfer €104 2
Ciao Sorrento Van / transfer €145 1
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Practical tips

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Confirm your departure point

Naples has several stations and bus stops, so check the exact departure location on your booking before leaving your hotel. Going to the wrong one is the easiest way to miss your bus.

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Don't overpay last-minute

The bus is usually the budget-friendly choice for this short hop. Compare it with other options on the page and book ahead online rather than paying more on the day for something you don't need.

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Go early for the palace

The Reggia di Caserta gets busy, especially at weekends and in high season. An early departure gives you quieter rooms and gardens, and leaves a comfortable margin to return to Naples in the evening.

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Keep your ticket handy

Save your digital ticket on your phone and keep a screenshot in case the signal is weak at the station. Having it ready makes boarding quick, and drivers can check it without delay.

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Plan your return trip

Before you settle in at the palace, note the return options and the last convenient departure back to Naples. This avoids being stuck in Caserta at the end of the day, especially on Sundays and holidays.

The journey experience

Going from Naples to Caserta is one of the easiest day trips you can make without a car, and the answer to "which mode?" is simple here: the bus is the verified option on this route, so there is no need to juggle high-speed trains, ferries or flights. The table on this page shows the current duration and price range at a glance, so you can check them before you commit.

The bus is a comfortable, no-fuss way to reach the town and the Reggia di Caserta, the former royal palace and gardens that most visitors come for. You ride in a standard coach with luggage space, air conditioning on most services, and a straightforward road journey that drops you in the town centre area, within reach of the palace on foot. For an independent traveller, it also means no seat reservations to chase and no last-minute fare surprises.

My advice: pick your departure point in Naples before anything else, because the city has several stations and stops and choosing the wrong one is the most common mistake. Check the departure location on your booking confirmation, arrive a little early, and keep your digital ticket ready. Book online if you want instant confirmation, especially on weekends and holidays when the palace attracts crowds. You will be fine: this is a short, well-served hop.

Frequently asked questions — Naples → Caserta

Why visit Caserta?

  • ✓ Tour the Royal Palace of Caserta, a UNESCO-listed Bourbon palace with over 1,200 rooms and a monumental staircase
  • ✓ Walk the 3-km Great Park, from the Great Cascade to the English Garden, past fountains and statues
  • ✓ Admire the Vanvitelli Aqueduct (Ponti della Valle), an 18th-century engineering feat built to feed the palace waterfalls
  • ✓ Wander the medieval hilltop village of Casertavecchia, with its Norman-Arabic cathedral and sunset views over the plain
  • ✓ Visit the San Leucio Belvedere and its Royal Silk Factory, a utopian Bourbon community still producing silk
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Recommended stay
1 to 2 nights — the palace and park fill a day, Casertavecchia and San Leucio fit the next

When to visit Caserta?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather ideal for the park, without summer heat

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Royal Palace of Caserta
The Bourbon Reggia, a UNESCO site with 1,200 rooms, rivals Versailles. Tour the royal apartments and grand staircase, which featured in Star Wars and Mission: Impossible. Tickets from about 18€ including the park. Arrive at opening, closed Tuesdays, and allow at least three hours.
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Royal Park and Great Cascade
The 120-hectare park stretches 3 km along a canal to a 78-metre waterfall with fountains and statues. Rent a bike for about 5€ or take the shuttle to save your legs. Bring water, as shade is limited in summer, and walk uphill last.
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English Garden of Caserta
Created in 1786 for Queen Maria Carolina, this romantic garden hides a fake Roman ruin, a lake, a bath house and rare botanical specimens. It is calmer than the main park. Entry is included in the palace ticket; guided visits run on a fixed schedule, so ask at the entrance.
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Mozzarella di Bufala Tasting
Caserta province is the heartland of buffalo mozzarella DOP. Visit a working caseificio near town and eat it still warm, usually with ricotta and fresh bread. Tastings cost roughly 10 to 15€. Go in the morning, when production is at its freshest, and book ahead for tours.
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Medieval Casertavecchia Village
Perched at 401 metres in the hills, this Norman-era hamlet has a 12th-century cathedral with Arab-Sicilian touches and sweeping views over the plain. Take bus or car from Caserta, about 20 minutes. Come at sunset, then dine at a local trattoria; weekends get busy.
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Vanvitelli Aqueduct Walk
The 38-metre-high Ponti della Valle, built in the 1750s to feed the palace fountains, is a UNESCO-listed engineering feat with 3 tiers of arches. Free to see from outside. Reach it by car or taxi from Maddaloni, and bring good shoes for uneven ground around the base.
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San Leucio Silk Village
King Ferdinand IV founded this utopian silk-making community in the 1780s, also UNESCO-listed. Visit the Belvedere complex, the museum and working looms. Tours cost about 6€. Take the local bus from Caserta; closed Mondays on many days, so check hours before going.
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Pizza at a Local Pizzeria
Caserta's pizza scene is among Campania's best and far cheaper than Naples tourist spots. Order a margherita made with local bufala for about 6 to 9€. Many pizzerias open only for dinner from 7:30 pm. Ask for the house fried starters and book on weekends.

How long to visit Caserta?

1 to 2 days

Caserta is easily done in one day: allow 3 to 4 hours for the Royal Palace (Reggia) and its vast park with the Great Cascade, plus time for the English Garden. Arrive at opening time, rent a bike or take the shuttle in the park to save your legs, and book tickets online in high season. With a second day, add the medieval village of Casertavecchia or the San Leucio silk complex, and use Caserta as a base for Naples or Pompeii by train.

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