Positano to Naples by Bus and Train
Positano to Naples via Sorrento
Take the SITA bus from Chiesa Nuova to Sorrento, then the EAV Circumvesuviana to Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Fares, departures, facilities, and accessibility change, so build the journey from the current official timetables rather than a sample schedule.
Plan both legs
Check SITA's dated Positano–Sorrento timetable and EAV's dated Sorrento–Napoli timetable. Leave a generous connection window and avoid using this route for a tight flight or mainline-train connection.
Confirm the SITA route's fare class through current official information or an authorised seller; do not apply a generic regional class price without verifying the mapping. Add the current EAV fare separately.
Reach Chiesa Nuova
From Hostel Brikette at Via Guglielmo Marconi 358, Chiesa Nuova / Bar Internazionale is about 120 m / 390 ft and three minutes away. The approach includes stairs.
Buy the correct SITA ticket before joining the queue and do not rely on onboard sales. Confirm the Sorrento-bound service with the driver or current stop information.
Change at Sorrento
At Sorrento, follow current station signs to the EAV Circumvesuviana platforms and buy or activate the correct ticket under EAV's current rules. Check the departure board for the Napoli service.
Vehicle facilities, luggage space, temperature, lifts, and step-free routes vary. Use EAV's current accessibility information if you have mobility or luggage concerns.
Leave at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi
Leave the EAV train at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi for the connection to Napoli Centrale. Napoli Porta Nolana is a separate EAV station; do not wait for it or treat the names as interchangeable. Follow current station signs for Centrale, mainline trains, the metro, buses, or licensed taxis.
Naples Metro Line 1 does not serve Naples Airport. For the airport, use Alibus or another current official airport transfer and check its live stop and timetable.
Luggage and safety
Keep luggage out of aisles and exits, secure valuables in crowded areas, and follow operator instructions. Do not assume a toilet, air conditioning, a luggage rack, or step-free access on a particular vehicle.
If heavy luggage or mobility needs make the connection unsuitable, compare a current licensed transfer or another official route before leaving Positano.
If a service is disrupted
Check current SITA and EAV disruption notices before changing route. Alternatives may include a seasonal ferry, travel via Salerno, or a licensed transfer, but every option needs a live timetable and quote.
Curreri's verified public shuttle is Naples Airport–Sorrento, not a standing Naples-city-to-Positano or Positano-to-city service.
Tips
- Check both dated official timetables before leaving Positano.
- Buy the correct SITA ticket before joining the queue.
- Leave the EAV train at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi for Napoli Centrale.
- Do not confuse Napoli Piazza Garibaldi with the separate Porta Nolana station.
- Use Alibus or another current official transfer for Naples Airport; Metro Line 1 does not serve it.
FAQs
How much does the trip cost?
Add the current verified SITA fare for Positano–Sorrento to the current EAV fare for Sorrento–Napoli. Do not rely on an old combined total.
Is Napoli Piazza Garibaldi the same as Porta Nolana?
No. They are distinct EAV stations. Use Napoli Piazza Garibaldi for the connection to Napoli Centrale.
Can I take Metro Line 1 to Naples Airport?
No. Line 1 does not serve the airport. Check Alibus or another current official airport transfer.
Is this route suitable for heavy luggage?
It may be difficult on crowded vehicles and at stations. Check current operator luggage and accessibility information and compare another route if needed.
