Naples to Positano: compare the routes
Compare four common approaches to Positano: EAV train plus SITA bus, a seasonal ferry, the Curreri airport shuttle plus a connecting bus, or a pre-booked private transfer. The right choice depends on where you start in Naples, your travel date, luggage and arrival time.
Curreri's airport shuttle goes to Sorrento, not directly to Positano. No route guarantees late hostel check-in: room check-in is 15:00–22:00, while reception closing at 23:30 is a separate fact.
Naples Airport's operator announces a November 2026 runway-work closure. Confirm your flight date and operating airport with your airline and check the latest airport notice before planning this transfer.
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Compare the complete journey
Compare the whole journey from your actual arrival point. A published fare is a dated planning reference; check the operator's price and conditions for your departure before purchasing.
| Route | Starting point | Include in the full cost | Main planning trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| EAV train + SITA bus | Napoli Piazza Garibaldi, connected with Napoli Centrale | Current tickets for both legs and any applicable luggage charges | Change in Sorrento; check the final usable connection and allow for queues |
| Ferry | The Naples pier named on your ticket | Sailing fare, baggage, getting to the pier and the uphill arrival in Positano | Seasonal and weather-dependent; some journeys involve a vessel change |
| Curreri coach + SITA bus | Naples Airport | Curreri's published €13 Airport–Sorrento fare at the 25 October 2026 review, plus separate onward transport | Not a direct Positano coach; traffic and the Sorrento connection matter |
| Pre-booked private transfer | Agreed pickup point | Written price for the party, luggage, waiting and destination | Fewer changes, but road drop-off does not remove the hostel entrance stairs |
EAV train + SITA bus
From Napoli Centrale, follow signs for the EAV service at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi and check the train for Sorrento. Piazza Garibaldi and Porta Nolana are different stations. At Sorrento, confirm the SITA bus towards Amalfi and ask for Positano Chiesa Nuova / Bar Internazionale.
Check EAV rail schedules and SITA bus timetables for your date, including the final usable connection. Do not infer a SITA route's ticket class from a regional price table alone.
Use the Naples to Positano train and bus guide for the connection and the Chiesa Nuova arrival guide for the final approach.
Ferry from Naples Molo Beverello
Use the operator's Naples–Positano route page to check the sailing date, current price, baggage allowance and whether you need to change vessels. Seasonal dates differ between operators and years; do not assume a universal April–October season.
Sea conditions can change the service at short notice. Follow operator and port instructions and have a land-based alternative whose connections also work on that date.
Positano's ferry port is at beach level, below the hostel. Plan the uphill transfer and luggage handling before choosing the boat: Naples centre to Positano by ferry and ferry dock to Hostel Brikette.
Curreri airport shuttle via Sorrento
Curreri's official shuttle page lists Naples Airport–Sorrento Train Station at €13 at the 25 October 2026 review. It also provides the airport boarding location, departures and booking conditions. The SITA connection to Positano is separate.
The inbound timetable at that review schedules 75 minutes for the airport–Sorrento leg. Traffic can extend the trip; add time for the SITA connection, the bus to Positano and the final approach to reception.
Use the Naples Airport to Positano guide for the full connection. For November 2026 travel, read the airport operator's runway-work notice and confirm your flight dates and operating airport directly with your airline.
A pre-booked private transfer
A transfer can reduce the number of changes, particularly with luggage or a group. Ask the provider to confirm the vehicle, passenger and luggage capacity, meeting point, complete price, flight-delay waiting terms and cancellation conditions.
Give the destination as Hostel Brikette, Via Guglielmo Marconi 358, Positano, and agree a suitable road drop-off. A car journey does not make the hostel step-free: the entrance approach includes stairs.
Do not assume that a driver or the hostel can accept an arrival at any hour. Check transport availability and the 15:00–22:00 room check-in window before booking; if your journey cannot fit, arrange an alternative overnight plan rather than assuming late self-service access.
Choose from your actual arrival details
Starting at Napoli Centrale: compare the EAV-plus-SITA connection first, using current fares and the departures you can realistically reach.
Landing at Naples Airport: compare Curreri via Sorrento with other currently advertised options. Include baggage collection, delays and the onward connection rather than treating landing time as departure time.
Considering the ferry: check the seasonal sailing, any vessel change, weather and the uphill arrival from Positano's port.
Arriving late or carrying substantial luggage: ask for a confirmed transfer quote and check the hostel arrival window. Check exact departures and connections for your date rather than assuming an early-evening cutoff or round-the-clock transport.
For the return, see Positano to Naples by bus and train or Positano to Naples by ferry, and follow your carrier's check-in guidance.
FAQs
What is the cheapest way from Naples to Positano?
Compare the current EAV and SITA fares with the full ferry or transfer cost for your date and party. This guide does not certify a fixed cheapest fare; airport access, luggage charges and the final uphill transfer can change the total.
Can I reach Positano from Naples at night?
Check the exact final connections or arrange a confirmed private transfer. Do not rely on a universal early-evening cutoff or assume vehicles are available at any hour. Brikette room check-in ends at 22:00; confirm a workable arrival plan before travelling.
How long should I allow?
Build the journey from current timetables, including waiting, changes, traffic and the final approach. Curreri's inbound timetable at the 25 October 2026 review schedules 75 minutes for Naples Airport–Sorrento alone; reaching Positano and the hostel takes additional time.
Which bus stop is closest to Hostel Brikette?
For the SITA inter-town bus, use Positano Chiesa Nuova / Bar Internazionale. The approved final approach includes about 120 m / 390 ft along the road, followed by separate entrance stairs. Follow the arrival directions. The local Interno bus uses Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea; follow the ferry-arrival guide for that different drop-off. Confirm the stop served by your chosen bus rather than calling it the first Positano stop in every direction.
Does the Curreri airport shuttle go directly to Positano?
No. The Curreri service described here goes to Sorrento, where you need onward transport to Positano. Other operators and seasonal services may differ; check their current advertised route rather than assuming this describes every airport service.
