Bus back to Hostel Brikette from Spiaggia Grande
After enjoying the beach, follow these steps to take the bus back up to Hostel Brikette.
1. Walk to the bus stop
From the beach, walk up the stairs to reach the main road level. The Piazza dei Mulini bus stop is located in the center of town, in the middle of the shopping district near the pharmacy.
This bus stop represents the lowest point in the town that traffic can reach. Look for the blue and white bus stop sign mounted on a metallic pole.
Wait at this stop for the interno Positano bus heading uphill.
2. Take the bus
Board the bus when it arrives — check the electronic sign on the front to confirm it displays 'interno positano'.
Validate your ticket when boarding. The bus will wind its way uphill through Positano's narrow streets, making several stops along the way.
The total distance is about 4.1km (2.5 miles). Stay alert for your stop at Bar Internazionale/Chiesa Nuova.
3. Get off the bus
Get off at the Bar Internazionale/Chiesa Nuova bus stop. You'll see the tabacchi (convenience store) at this stop.
After exiting, head back to the main road if needed.
4. Walk to the hostel
From the bus stop, turn left and walk approximately 100m (330 feet) along the main road in the direction the bus was traveling.
Look for the stairs on your right that lead up to the hostel's main entrance. Take these stairs up to reach Hostel Brikette's main door.
Bus tips
- Purchase bus tickets at any tabacchi (newsagents/convenience stores) before boarding. Carry a spare ticket so you can board immediately if the bus is busy.
- Check the interno bus timetable for current schedules and ticket prices — these can vary by season.
- If services finish early, fall back to the walking route — it follows the hostel's staircase checkpoints.
- The Piazza dei Mulini stop is the lowest point in town that buses can reach, making it the most convenient pickup point from the beach area.
- Let reception know if you spot timetable changes so the digital concierge stays current for other guests.
FAQs
Which bus do I take from Positano's main beach back to Hostel Brikette?
Board the interno Positano bus at the Piazza dei Mulini stop. Check the electronic sign on the front confirms it displays 'interno positano'. This bus winds uphill through Positano's streets and stops at Bar Internazionale/Chiesa Nuova, which is closest to the hostel.
Where exactly is the bus stop near Positano's main beach?
The Piazza dei Mulini bus stop is in the center of town, in the middle of the shopping district near the pharmacy. It is the lowest point in the town that traffic can reach. Look for the blue and white bus stop sign mounted on a metallic pole.
Where do I get off the bus and how do I walk to the hostel?
Get off at the Bar Internazionale/Chiesa Nuova stop. After exiting, turn left and walk approximately 100 meters (330 feet) along the main road in the direction the bus was traveling. Look for the stairs on your right that lead up to the hostel's main entrance.
Do I need to buy a bus ticket before boarding?
Yes. Purchase bus tickets at any tabacchi (newsagents/convenience stores) before boarding. Carry a spare ticket so you can board immediately if the bus is busy.
What should I do if the interno bus services have finished for the day?
Fall back to the walking route — it follows the hostel's staircase checkpoints from the beach up to the hostel.
