Checked offer from Naples to Pompeii: Bus, about 0h 25min, from €5. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): Napoli Official Tour, Instazione, Itabus; main departure point: Naples International Airport.
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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.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Metropark Centrale Bus Stop | €5 | 1 |
| Itabus | Bus | Metropark Central Parking | €10 | 2 |
| Instazione | Bus | Naples Corso Arnaldo Lucci | €15 | 4 |
| Napoli Official Tour | Bus | Naples International Airport | €23 | 10 |
| Transferelax | Van / transfer | €80 | 2 | |
| Easy Transfer | Van / transfer | €93 | 2 | |
| Ciao Sorrento | Van / transfer | €145 | 1 | |
| Blu Welcome Travel | Van / transfer | €154 | 2 |
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Practical tips
Naples has several stations and stops, and the bus does not always leave from the one you expect. Read the departure point on your booking before you leave your hotel, and save its name and map location on your phone.
Pompeii is one of Italy's busiest sites, and popular departures fill up in spring and summer. Booking online early secures your seat, often at a lower fare than buying on the day, and spares you any last-minute scramble.
The ruins offer very little shade. Take one of the first departures of the morning so you can explore in cooler air, then rest during the hottest hours. Bring water, a hat and comfortable shoes for the uneven stones.
Make sure your ticket drops you near the archaeological site entrance, not just somewhere in the modern town. Check the arrival stop on your booking so you do not end up walking far under the sun with your bags.
Look up the last return departures to Naples before you step inside the site, and note where the bus leaves from in Pompeii. This keeps you from rushing at closing time or getting stuck at the end of the day.
The journey experience
Naples to Pompeii is one of the easiest day trips in southern Italy, and you can decide in seconds how to do it. Here the confirmed option is the bus, a short hop south along the Bay of Naples to the ruins at the foot of Vesuvius. The comparison table on this page shows current times and fares side by side.
Travelling by bus keeps things simple when you have no car. You ride direct, with no changes and no need to work out which train company or ticket type applies. Coaches offer comfortable seats, space for a daypack or small suitcase, and usually air conditioning, which matters on hot summer days. You can book online and get instant confirmation, so there is no queue at a ticket desk before a day of sightseeing.
Naples has several stations and stops, so always check your ticket for the exact departure point before you set out. In high season, book ahead and leave early to enjoy the ruins before the midday heat and the biggest crowds. Once you know your stop, this trip is easy and low-stress, and it is also a good first step towards Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.
Frequently asked questions — Naples → Pompeii
Bus fares for Naples to Pompeii start from €5, and typical prices go up to €24 depending on the service and the time of booking. Booking online ahead of time is the best way to find the lowest fare, especially in spring and summer when seats are in demand.
The bus journey from Naples to Pompeii takes about 25 to 35 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact departure and arrival stops. Allow some extra margin at busy times of day, and remember to add the time needed to reach your departure stop in Naples.
The confirmed option on this route is the bus, and it suits most independent travellers. It is direct, easy to book online with instant confirmation, and starts from around €5. With a trip of about 30 minutes, it fits easily into a half-day or full-day visit.
The departure point depends on the service you book, and Naples has several stations and stops, so do not assume. Check the exact stop name and map location on your booking confirmation, and arrive a few minutes early with your ticket ready on your phone.
Yes. With a trip of about 25 to 35 minutes by bus, Pompeii is an easy day trip from Naples without a car. Leave in the morning, spend several hours at the ruins, and take a return bus in the afternoon, checking the last departures first.
Why visit Pompeii?
- ✓ Walk the paved streets of Pompeii's archaeological site and see ruts left by Roman cart wheels
- ✓ Admire the erotic frescoes and vivid mosaics of the Villa dei Misteri and the House of the Faun
- ✓ Step into the Forum, the amphitheatre and the Lupanar to picture daily life before the 79 AD eruption
- ✓ See the plaster casts of Vesuvius victims in the Garden of the Fugitives
- ✓ Hike to the crater rim of Mount Vesuvius for panoramic views over the Bay of Naples
When to visit Pompeii?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild temperatures, fewer crowds and no scorching summer heat on the exposed ruins
What to do in Pompeii?
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How long to visit Pompeii?
Plan 3 to 4 hours for the main highlights of Pompeii: the Forum, the Lupanar, the House of the Faun, the amphitheatre and the Villa of the Mysteries. With a full day you can explore at a relaxed pace and add the Antiquarium or less crowded districts. Arrive at opening time, bring water and a hat since shade is scarce, and wear sturdy shoes for the uneven paving stones.
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