How to get from Hostel Brikette to Regina Giovanna Bath
Follow our step-by-step directions from Positano's Hostel Brikette to Sorrento's Regina Giovanna Bath, including bus tickets, timings, and the final cliffside walk.
Reach the Chiesa Nuova bus stop
Leave Hostel Brikette through the main door and descend to the road. Turn left and follow Via Pasitea for about 140 metres (roughly 490 feet).
The SITA bus stop sits outside Bar Internazionale in the Chiesa Nuova area. It is the closest stop for buses heading towards Sorrento.
Buy and validate tickets
Go inside Bar Internazionale to purchase SITA tickets. Staff may offer single or integrated tickets depending on the best fare for your trip—accept whichever option matches your travel plan.
Keep your tickets handy and remember to validate them once you board. Inspectors regularly check the Sorrento line, especially in summer.
Ride the bus to Sorrento
Wait just outside Bar Internazionale for the Sorrento-bound bus. Services typically run every 30–40 minutes in season, but schedules tighten in winter—scan the posted timetable or save a photo for reference.
Tell the driver you are going to Hotel Metropole or Regina Giovanna so they know to stop near the trail. The ride takes about 44 minutes from Chiesa Nuova to the Metropole stop on Via Capo.
Walk from the Metropole stop to the baths
Get off at the Metropole stop and continue along Via Capo on foot. After roughly 1.1 kilometres (0.7 miles), look for the gate at 49 Via Capo with signage for Bagni della Regina Giovanna.
Follow the pedestrian-only lane downhill. It winds around the ruins before opening up to the natural pool. Allow 10 minutes to reach the villa ruins and a few more minutes to descend the final stone steps into the cove.
Plan your return journey
Return buses towards Positano pass the Metropole stop roughly every 30 minutes until early evening. Aim to be back at the road before sunset to avoid walking the lane in the dark.
If you miss the bus, taxis from the Regina Giovanna area to central Sorrento cost around €20 for up to four people, where you can then connect back to Positano by bus or ferry.
Key details
- Nearest stop: Chiesa Nuova outside Bar Internazionale, 140 m from Hostel Brikette.
- Journey time: about 44 minutes by bus plus a 10–15 minute walk along Via Capo.
- Surfaces: paved road followed by a downhill stone lane with uneven steps.
Typical costs
- SITA bus Positano ⇄ Sorrento: €2–€3 per leg depending on ticket type.
- Optional taxi from Regina Giovanna back to Sorrento: €18–€22.
- Snacks or drinks at Bar Internazionale while you wait: €2–€6.
Quick tips
- Photograph or scan the timetable posted at the stop so you can check return times without signal.
- Carry water and sun protection—there is little shade once you leave the main road.
- Wear sturdy shoes; the final lane can be slippery from sea spray or recent rain.
Good to know
- The trail to the pool is unlit. Start your return before dusk or bring a torch.
- Bus frequencies drop outside peak season; confirm the latest schedule before leaving Positano.
- There are no toilets or shops at the site—pack out all rubbish and supplies.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I plan for the round trip?
Allow roughly three hours door-to-door: one hour each way on the bus (including waits) and at least an hour on site for swimming and photos.
Do I need different tickets for the return journey?
You will need a fresh validated ticket each time you board a SITA bus. Buy extra singles at Bar Internazionale or pick up more in Sorrento before heading back.
Is the path suitable for people with limited mobility?
The final lane to the baths is steep with uneven stones and no handrails in sections. Travellers who struggle with stairs may find the descent challenging and should consider enjoying the viewpoint near the ruins instead.