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How to get from Naples to Positano

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FASTEST
1h 15min
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26€
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Distance
30 km
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Checked offer from Naples to Positano: Bus, about 1h 15min – 1h 45min, from €26. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): DTS Travel Group, Enjoy Travelling, Instazione; main departure point: Naples Transfer.

Distance: 30 km. Data updated on .

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1h 15min – 1h 45min
26 – 48 €
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🚌 Departure from Naples
📍Departures from Naples are usually linked to the main transport hubs in the city centre. Because the exact boarding point can vary by service, check the location shown on your booking confirmation and arrive a little early with your ticket ready.
🚇Most central hubs in Naples are reachable by metro, tram or on foot from many city-centre hotels. A taxi is a simple alternative if you have heavy luggage. Choose your route based on the exact boarding point on your ticket.
⏰Services run throughout the day, with more choice in the morning and around midday. Frequency is higher in high season, so check the live timetable on this page and book your preferred departure early.
💸 Transport from 26€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 1h 15min
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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
Instazione Bus Naples Corso Arnaldo Lucci €26 2
Enjoy Travelling Bus Naples International Airport €42 6
DTS Travel Group Bus Naples Transfer €47 17
DTS Travel Group Van / transfer €165 1
Easy Transfer Van / transfer €189 2
Blu Welcome Travel Van / transfer €193 2
Enjoy Travelling Van / transfer €208 2
Instazione Van / transfer €211 2
Ciao Sorrento Van / transfer €226 2
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Practical tips

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Book ahead in high season

Coastal buses fill up quickly in summer and on weekends. Booking online in advance secures your seat and usually costs less than buying at the last minute, so you avoid paying more or being left stranded.

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Confirm the departure point

Naples has several transport hubs, and mixing them up is a common mistake. Read your booking confirmation carefully and check the exact boarding location before leaving your accommodation, so you do not rush across the city.

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Travel earlier in the day

Morning departures give you a buffer if traffic on the coast road is heavy, and you arrive with time to check in and enjoy Positano. Late departures leave little room for delays or a full bus.

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Pack light for steep streets

Positano is built on a steep hillside with many steps and narrow lanes. A soft bag or small wheeled case is far easier to manage than a heavy suitcase once you step off the bus.

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Plan your return in advance

Do not get stuck on the coast: look at your return options before you arrive and book your trip back if you have a fixed plan, such as a flight or an onward train from Naples.

The journey experience

Naples to Positano is one of the classic hops for independent travellers heading to the Amalfi Coast, and the first question is always which way to go. On this route, the bus is the option to plan around. It takes you to the coast without a string of connections, and the comparison table on this page shows current durations and prices side by side.

The coach follows the winding coastal road, so you get sea views, cliffs and pastel villages for much of the ride. Seats are comfortable enough for a regional trip, and luggage normally goes in the hold, which is handy if you carry a large suitcase. You can book online and receive instant confirmation, so you are not queuing at a counter with your bags. Grab a window seat and keep your camera ready.

Your best move is to book ahead, especially in high season, when coastal services fill up fast. Check the exact departure point on your booking confirmation before you leave your hotel, because Naples has several busy transport hubs and it is easy to head to the wrong one. Leave some margin in your plans, as traffic on the coast road can slow things down. With a confirmed ticket and the right stop, this trip is simple and stress-free.

Frequently asked questions — Naples → Positano

Why visit Positano?

  • ✓ Wander the vertical maze of pastel houses and boutique-lined stairways down to Spiaggia Grande
  • ✓ Hike the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) from Nocelle with sweeping views over the Amalfi Coast
  • ✓ Admire the majolica-tiled dome of the Santa Maria Assunta church in the heart of the village
  • ✓ Take a boat to the Li Galli islets or the secluded Fornillo and Laurito beaches
  • ✓ Dine on fresh seafood and lemon-infused dishes at a cliffside terrace restaurant at sunset
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Recommended stay
2 to 4 nights — enough to enjoy the beaches, hike the Path of the Gods and explore nearby Amalfi

When to visit Positano?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

May to early October — warm, sunny weather and calm seas; June and September are less crowded than peak summer

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What to do in Positano?

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Santa Maria Assunta Church
The majolica-tiled dome dominates Positano's skyline and shelters the 13th-century Black Madonna icon. Entry is free; dress modestly with covered shoulders and knees. Visit early morning before 9am to avoid crowds, then enjoy a coffee on the sunlit piazza just below the steps.
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Spiaggia Grande Beach Day
Positano's main beach is a stretch of dark pebbles framed by pastel houses. Private lidos rent two sunbeds and an umbrella from about 30€ to 50€ in high season. Free public spots exist at both ends. Bring water shoes, as the stones get very hot by midday.
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Path of the Gods Hike
This 7.5 km trail from Bomerano to Nocelle follows cliffs high above the coast, with sweeping views of Capri. Allow about 3 hours. Start at dawn to avoid heat, wear proper shoes, and carry water. Take the local bus from Positano to Bomerano for around 3€, then descend to Nocelle.
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Boat Trip to Li Galli
Small boat tours sail along the coast to the Li Galli islets, once linked to the Sirens of myth, with swim stops in clear water. Shared trips start around 50€ to 70€ per person for half a day. Book the morning departure for calmer seas and bring a snorkel mask.
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Lemon Granita and Delizia
Amalfi Coast lemons, the large sfusato variety, define local sweets. Try a lemon granita for about 4€ to 6€ or a delizia al limone, a sponge cake with lemon cream, at a pasticceria off the main stairs. Prices drop noticeably a few streets away from the beach.
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Roman Villa Museum MAR
Beneath the church lie the remains of a 1st-century Roman villa with frescoes preserved after the 79 AD Vesuvius eruption. The MAR museum opens for guided visits and exhibitions; entry is around 5€ to 10€. Check opening times locally, as hours vary by season.
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Sunset at Fornillo Beach
Fornillo is a quieter cove reached by a 10-minute coastal path from the main beach. Local beach bars serve an aperitivo with views of the cliffs turning gold. Arrive around an hour before sunset to secure a table; a spritz costs about 8€ to 12€.
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Nocelle Village Escape
Perched above Positano, Nocelle is a tiny hamlet with no road access for cars, reached by about 1,500 steps or a short local bus ride for roughly 2€. Enjoy a quiet lunch on a terrace with sea views, far from the crowds below.

How long to visit Positano?

2 to 3 days

Plan 2 to 3 days. One day is enough to wander the lanes, enjoy the beach and have a seafood dinner; a second lets you hike the Path of the Gods from Bomerano or take a boat to Amalfi, Capri or Li Galli. Stay overnight if you can: day-trippers miss the quiet mornings and evenings. Avoid driving, use ferries and SITA buses, and book accommodation early for May to September.

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