How to Get to Pompeii - Complete Transportation Guide
How to reach Pompeii from Naples, Rome, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, or Naples Airport: compare train, bus, car, and transfer options with transit schedules.
How do you take the train from Naples to Pompeii?
Circumvesuviana commuter rail and regional transit connections (Campania Express suspended from October 1, 2026)
EAV's Napoli–Sorrento line serves 'Pompei Scavi–Villa dei Misteri', the station directly adjacent to the Porta Marina entrance. Check the live timetable and disruption notices before choosing a timed entry slot.
How does the Circumvesuviana compare to the Campania Express?
- Circumvesuviana (Napoli–Sorrento line): Departs every 30 minutes from Napoli Piazza Garibaldi lower level; takes 35–40 minutes to Pompei Scavi; cost is €3.30–€4.00 single ticket; unreserved seating, commuter trains with no air conditioning.
- Campania Express: Seasonal tourist train suspended from October 1, 2026 until further notice per official EAV operator notice (consult eavsrl.it for updates and ticket refunds); travelers should use standard Circumvesuviana trains or Trenitalia regional rail to Pompei station.
- Both train options connect to Pompei Scavi - Villa dei Misteri or central Pompei station.
- Allow a 20-minute buffer for service intervals and walking to the park turnstiles.
Which Pompeii entrance is closest to the train station?
- Porta Marina Superiore: Located approximately 50 meters from the station exit; best access for the Forum, Basilica, and audio guide pickup.
- Piazza Esedra: Situated approximately 200 meters south of the station down Via Villa dei Misteri; optimal for organized tour groups.
- Piazza Anfiteatro: Positioned on the eastern boundary (1.5 km / 20-minute walk from Pompei Scavi); closest if arriving on the national Trenitalia line at Pompei town station.
How can you reach Pompeii by regional bus or coach?
SITA Sud lines and regional shuttle options
Bus routes connect Pompeii with Naples, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast, but operators, stops, and schedules change. Check the current operator information and leave extra time for road traffic.
How do buses operate from Naples and the Amalfi Coast?
- SITA Sud buses run between Naples (Port of Naples / Varco Immacolatella) and Salerno, stopping near the modern town.
- Direct tourist shuttle buses operate from Piazza Garibaldi and Naples Airport during peak season.
- From the Amalfi Coast (Positano/Amalfi), most routes require transferring in Sorrento or Meta to the Circumvesuviana train.
Where can you park if driving from Rome or Sorrento?
Autostrada A3 exits and archaeological site parking facilities
Driving to Pompeii offers flexibility but requires navigation through Italian traffic. Several parking lots are available near the archaeological site.
Which highway exits and parking areas are recommended?
- From Rome or Naples: Take the A3 Napoli–Salerno motorway and exit at "Pompei Ovest" for Porta Marina and Piazza Esedra lots.
- From Salerno or Sorrento: Take the A3 motorway and exit at "Pompei Est" toward Piazza Anfiteatro.
- Official and municipal parking lots charge €2.00–€3.50 per hour or €10–€15 daily flat rates.
- Verify hours directly with lot attendants and do not leave valuables visible in parked vehicles.
How do you get to Pompeii from the nearest airport?
Transit options from Naples International Airport (NAP)
Naples International Airport (NAP / Capodichino) is the nearest major airport, located approximately 28 km north of Pompeii.
What airport transfers connect directly to Pompeii?
- Alibus Airport Shuttle: Connects Naples Airport to Napoli Centrale / Piazza Garibaldi in 15–20 minutes (€5.00), where you transfer to the Circumvesuviana train.
- Direct Shuttle Coaches: Private bus operators run seasonal direct services from the airport terminal to Pompei Scavi.
- Official Taxis: Fixed municipal taxi tariffs operate between Capodichino Airport and Pompeii ruins (standard regulated flat rate ~€60–€75).
Quick Tips
Best Time to Travel
Use the operator timetable for your date and allow extra time around commuter periods, weekends, strikes, and planned works.
Ticket Tips
Check whether your operator requires a named, validated, or time-specific ticket. Keep the ticket available for inspection and verify return options before boarding.
Important Notes
Check live service notices before departure. Delays, strikes, and seasonal changes can affect a timed Pompeii entry.
Location Info
The Park lists Porta Marina, Piazza Anfiteatro, and Piazza Esedra as entrances. Match your transport arrival to the current Park map.
Verify transport before you travel
Timetables, fares, route access, and disruption notices can change. Use the official Park access page and the EAV timetable for the final check.