Public Transport
To the left is a map of the Circumvesuviana train line. This is the most popular/useful form of public transportation in Sorrento. The Blue line is the line you will most likely take throughout your trip. It starts off in crowded Naples. As usual, keep an eye on your belongings while at Napoli Centrale and on the train. It will be around 4 euros a person to get from Naples to Sorrento. This train will take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you are only traveling to Pompeii then it will take about 40 minutes and cost closer to 3 euros.
Tips for Each Type of Public Transport in the Sorrento, Capri, & Pompeii
- Bus – There are EAV public transport buses around Sorrento with multiple lines that can be found here. Tickets can be purchased either at train stations or tabacchi shops (corner stores)
- Trains – The most reliable form of transport in this area, especially when getting to/from Pompeii, Sorrento, and Naples. The main line is called the Circumvesuviana, which will be a bumpy ride, but it’s cheap/efficient.
- Boat – You must take a ferry or tour boat service in this area to view the beautiful coast of southern Italy. You may schedule your trip and view schedules of all lines here.
Approximate Prices for Public Transport in Sorrento, Capri, & Pompeii
- Bus one-way: 1.20 Euro ($1.45 USD)
- Train (Naples – Sorrento): 3.60 Euro ($4.34 USD)
- Train (Naples – Pompeii): 2.60 Euro ($3.14 USD)
- Boat one-way (Sorrento – Capri): 20 Euro ($24.12 USD)
- Boat round-trip (Sorrento – Capri): 30 Euro ($36.18 USD)
- * NOTE: Boat prices may vary depending on the season *
Other Useful Tips for Public Transport in Sorrento, Capri, & Pompeii
- Check with your hotel or local guides for all-inclusive services to Capri. Getting there and organizing the activities yourself for a day can be hard logistically.
- The Circumvesuviana is ALWAYS busy when leaving from Naples, be ready to stand for at least half an hour in a crowded, rickety, train
- If you’d like to visit Positano on the Amalfi coast, you may take a taxi or drive, but there is also a bus/ferry service
- Travel around Sorrento on foot! The town is small and stuffed full of fun shops, markets, and amazing restaurants
- Use Google Maps for basic travel, this page for a guide to the various services, Google Flights for plane fares, and Ok-Ferry for boats.
Remember if you would like to learn more about any of the places included in my best public transportation tips for Sorrento, Capri, & Pompeii, then you can visit my all-inclusive guide for free here!
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