Ferry dock → Hostel Brikette, with luggage
From Positano's beach-level ferry dock, walk up to Piazza dei Mulini, take the local Interno Positano bus to Chiesa Nuova, and get off beside Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea. Walk up to Via Guglielmo Marconi, then continue toward Hostel Brikette at number 358 and climb the entrance stairs.
The local bus reduces the uphill climb, but you still need to manage your bags between the dock, bus stops and entrance. A separately arranged porter is an optional way to move heavy bags. The local Interno drop-off is at the tabacchi, not the SITA stop outside Bar Internazionale.
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1. Walk from the ferry dock to Piazza dei Mulini
Disembark at Positano Spiaggia and follow the pedestrian route from the main beach uphill toward Piazza dei Mulini. The bus does not collect you from the ferry gangway: this first leg is on foot with your bags unless you have agreed separate porter assistance.
Use the walking map from the ferry terminal to Piazza dei Mulini. Take your time on slopes and steps, and keep the pedestrian passage clear when stopping.
2. Find the local Interno Positano bus
At Piazza dei Mulini, locate the signed local-bus boarding point by the road. Check the stop information and confirm with the driver that the service goes to Chiesa Nuova. This is Mobility Amalfi Coast's local town service, separate from SITA's inter-town buses.
Ask for the correct ticket and current sales channel before boarding, and follow the operator's validation instructions. Check whether your bags need a separate ticket or have size restrictions. Do not assume a SITA ticket covers the local bus.
Use the dated timetable for your arrival day, including its final departure. Published services, temporary stops and actual waiting times can change; allow for queues and traffic rather than planning around a fixed half-hour interval.
3. Ride to Chiesa Nuova and get off at the tabacchi
Tell the driver: 'Chiesa Nuova, per favore — Tabacchi Cafiero.' Check the destination rather than relying on a bus colour or photograph, and keep your ticket and bags accessible.
The local Interno bus drops hostel guests beside Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea. This is distinct from the SITA roadside stop outside Bar Internazionale on Via Guglielmo Marconi. Leave the bus at the tabacchi, then make the short connection to Via Marconi described below.
4. Walk from Tabacchi Cafiero to the hostel entrance
From the tabacchi on Viale Pasitea, walk up to the junction with Via Guglielmo Marconi. Orient yourself using Bar Internazionale on the main road; it is a walking landmark, not your local-bus drop-off.
From the Bar Internazionale / Via Marconi landmark, follow Via Guglielmo Marconi toward number 358 for about 120 metres / 390 feet. That distance describes this final main-road leg, not the whole walk from the ferry dock. Keep bags close where the pavement narrows.
Look for the Hostel Brikette sign above the road on your right. Continue around the bend and use the stairs on the right to reach reception. The bus route does not remove these entrance stairs.
Use the walking map from Tabacchi Cafiero to Hostel Brikette. For the main-road landmark and entrance, see the Chiesa Nuova / Bar Internazionale final-walk guide.
Optional help with luggage
If you would rather not carry heavy bags on the walk or bus, arrange a porter separately. Confirm availability for your ferry, the full quote, bag count, meeting point, delivery point and expected timing before handing over luggage. Ask whether delivery includes the hostel entrance stairs and what happens if the ferry is delayed.
Keep travel documents, medicines, keys, electronics and valuables with you. Retain the operator's contact details and receipt. See the porter-service guide for the arrangements to check; there is no universal tariff or guaranteed porter at every ferry.
Without porter assistance, you follow the same route carrying your own bags. Check the bus's luggage conditions and choose an alternative if you cannot comfortably manage the pedestrian legs and entrance stairs.
Timing, costs and arrival at Brikette
Allow for ferry disembarkation, the uphill walk to Piazza dei Mulini, ticket purchase, the bus wait and ride, and the final walk and stairs. A bus timetable is not a guaranteed dock-to-reception journey time.
For the total cost, add the current local-bus fare, any luggage charge and any separately agreed porter or taxi charge. Check prices directly instead of budgeting from an old combined transfer estimate.
Guests checking in can drop bags from 10:30, subject to space. Room check-in is 15:00–22:00; reception closes at 23:30. Reception opening later than check-in does not extend the check-in deadline. See luggage storage and check-in and checkout for the current arrangements.
If the ferry or local bus does not work for your arrival
Full bus or missed final departure: Recheck the operator's notices and ask about the next available service. If you choose a licensed taxi, agree a road-accessible pickup point, full quote, luggage capacity and actual drop-off. Do not assume a vehicle can meet you on the pier or eliminate the hostel entrance stairs.
Delayed ferry: Reassess the onward bus connection using the ferry's updated arrival time. A ferry delay does not imply that the local bus timetable changes. Contact Brikette promptly if the delay threatens your 22:00 check-in deadline.
Cancelled ferry: Check your ferry operator's instructions before going to another port. Plan a complete overland alternative, including the final connection to Positano; the Salerno versus Naples arrival guide compares the main approaches.
Walking the whole way or access needs: The full climb from the beach involves steep paths and stairs. Assess what you can carry, the weather and daylight. This route is not step-free; contact the property before travel if the entrance stairs or transfers may be unsuitable.
Step by step
- Walk from Positano ferry dock uphill to Piazza dei Mulini, carrying your bags unless separate porter assistance is agreed.
- Confirm the local Interno Positano service to Chiesa Nuova and the current ticket and luggage arrangements before boarding.
- Ride to Chiesa Nuova and get off beside Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea, not at the SITA stop outside Bar Internazionale.
- Walk up to Via Guglielmo Marconi; from the Bar Internazionale landmark, continue about 120 metres toward number 358, then take the hostel entrance stairs.
FAQs
Where does the local bus drop me off at Chiesa Nuova?
Beside Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea. Walk up to Via Guglielmo Marconi, then use Bar Internazionale as the landmark for the final roughly 120-metre main-road walk toward Brikette at number 358 and the entrance stairs. The SITA stop outside Bar Internazionale is a different drop-off.
Where do I buy the local bus ticket?
Check Mobility Amalfi Coast's current sales and validation instructions for the Interno Positano service before boarding. Confirm where to buy the correct ticket, the fare and any luggage ticket. Local Interno and SITA services have separate ticket arrangements.
How often does the local bus run, and when is the last bus?
Use the dated Interno Positano timetable and service notices for your travel day. The council transport page links the local operator. Do not rely on a year-round half-hour frequency or a midnight final departure; allow extra time for traffic, queues and a full bus.
Do I have to use a porter, and what does one cost?
No. You can carry your own bags if you can manage the walks, bus luggage rules and entrance stairs. For a porter, confirm availability and agree the full quote, meeting point, delivery point, timing and payment directly before handing anything over.
Can I leave bags before my room is ready?
Bag drop for guests checking in starts at 10:30, subject to space. Room check-in is 15:00–22:00 and reception closes at 23:30. See the luggage-storage and check-in guides linked above; contact the property if disruption may make you late.
Does taking the bus avoid all the stairs?
No. You still walk from the dock to Piazza dei Mulini, connect from the tabacchi to Via Marconi, and climb the hostel entrance stairs. Confirm any porter delivery scope or accessibility arrangements directly rather than assuming a transfer is step-free.
What if my ferry is delayed or cancelled?
Follow the ferry operator's updates and reassess the whole onward journey. A delayed ferry does not mean the bus schedule changes. For cancellation, check a complete alternative route before switching ports, and contact Brikette if you may miss the 22:00 check-in deadline.
