Positano to Naples by Bus and Train
Positano to Naples via Sorrento
Take the SITA bus from Chiesa Nuova/Bar Internazionale on Via Marconi to Sorrento, then change to the EAV Circumvesuviana for Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. This is a two-leg route to Naples city, with a separate transfer if you need the airport. Build your journey from the current official timetables.
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Plan both legs
Check the SITA timetable for the Positano–Sorrento leg and the EAV rail timetable for Sorrento–Napoli. Leave time to change at Sorrento and allow a backup departure rather than planning a tight onward connection.
Confirm the correct SITA ticket through an authorised seller or official information, and add the current EAV fare separately. Our SITA ticket guide explains purchase and validation; there is no fixed combined fare in this guide.
Reach Chiesa Nuova
From Hostel Brikette, use the approximately 120-metre road connection to Chiesa Nuova/Bar Internazionale on Via Marconi, plus the hostel entrance stairs. This is separate from the Interno stop at Tabacchi Cafiero on Viale Pasitea. The departure walking guide gives the landmarks.
Buy the correct SITA ticket before boarding, validate it at the journey's start or check in a digital ticket in the app, and confirm the Sorrento-bound service and boarding point.
Change at Sorrento
At Sorrento, follow station signs to the EAV Circumvesuviana platforms. Buy or activate the correct rail ticket under EAV's current rules and check the departure board for the Napoli service.
Check current operator accessibility information if you need lifts or a step-free route. Vehicle facilities and luggage space can vary; do not rely on a guaranteed toilet, air conditioning or rack.
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 treat the names as interchangeable. Follow station signs for Centrale and onward trains or local transport.
This train journey does not finish at Naples Airport. The airport's official bus information describes Alibus between Piazza Garibaldi/Stazione Centrale and the airport. Check its actual boarding point and current service before continuing.
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 SITA service notices and the current EAV information before changing your route. Alternatives can include a seasonal ferry, travel via Salerno or a licensed transfer; check the actual service, connection and any quote before relying on one.
If your destination is Naples Airport, use our airport departure guide to compare that journey. A city-station arrival and an airport transfer are different legs.
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.
- For Naples Airport, plan the separate Alibus or other confirmed transfer from the city; check the official airport information.
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.
Does the Sorrento–Napoli train take me to Naples Airport?
This route takes you to Napoli Piazza Garibaldi for Napoli Centrale, not the airport. Plan a separate transfer and check the airport's current Alibus information or another confirmed option.
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.
