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How to Get from Rome to Naples

Written by: Kate Zusmann

how to get from rome to naples

Getting from Rome to Naples (Napoli) is one of the most popular routes among travelers. The distance is 226 km. Undoubtedly, the most convenient option is to take a fast train. Also, direct buses go to Naples for a low price but with a longer route. The journey will take from 1 to 4 hours.

Here’s the list of options on how to get from Rome to Naples:

Contents

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  • By Train
  • By Bus
  • By Car
  • Private Transfer to Naples
  • 10 Best Things to Do in Naples
  • Where to Stay
    • Grand Hotel Vesuvio
    • Hotel Romeo
    • Renaissance Naples Hotel Mediterraneo
    • Joy Naples
    • Dolce Vita Rooms and Breakfast

By Train

If you are traveling from the Rome Fiumicino Airport, take the Leonardo Express shuttle train to the Termini railway station. Then, you can take a train which goes to Naples (Napoli). The same works with Rome Ciampino airport: once you arrive, take a bus or taxi to Termini station and take a train to Naples from there. Note:Β different types of trains run between Rome and Naples:

  • Eurostar Freccia Rossa (TAV) is considered the most convenient option andΒ the most expensive. You will arrive at Naples’ Piazza Garibaldi station in less than two hours. Moreover, the high-speed train departs every hour and is usually quite punctual. The ticket price is about 50 euros.
  • Intercity: it takes about two hours to reach Naples by this train, with the ticket price starting from 18 euro
  • Interregional:Β These trains’ features are that they stop at every station, so the journey from Rome to Naples will take about four hours. The ticket price is low, about 10 euros, so this option is perfect for budget tourists.

Train timetable from Rome Termini to Naples

You can purchase tickets in the station or online on the Italo orΒ Trenitalia websites. Prices for tickets are much lower if you buy them in advance. Moreover, if you buy high-speed train tickets in advance, there are often special offers available. However, such kind of tickets is non refundable

By Bus

Getting to Naples from Rome by bus is the cheapest option. One-way ticket prices start from 9 euros. You can buy a ticket withΒ Flix Bus. The journey will take about 3 hours:

Bus timetable from Rome to Naples

By Car

Driving Route on the map from Rome to Naples

If you plan to get from Rome to Naples by car, the distance is 225 km. The ride will take around 2.5 hours. The option is convenient, but you must consider toll roads and parking difficulties since you will visit one of the most touristic Italian spots.Β 

You can rent a car in Rome withΒ rentalcars.com

Private Transfer to Naples

Of course, you can book a private transfer from Rome to Naples. The average price for a private driver from Fiumicino airport to Naples is 540 to 600 euros. For one of the best transfers, you can use the service of Sergio&Partners with the best driver and our close Italian friend Sergio (visit his website rome4.us). The one-way transfer price is 540 euros.

10 Best Things to Do in Naples

  1. Visit Pompeii – an ancient Roman city near modern Naples, which was buried under volcanic ash in 79 AD.
  2. Try Neapolitan pizza and desserts.
  3. Do shopping. There are many local shopping streets with local brands for low prices.
  4. Drink like locals do in Piazza Bellini.
  5. Visit Museo d’Arte Contemporanea. It is a world-class museum of modern art named after the gothic 14th century. The church is located inside the building.
  6. Visit Fontanelle cemetery. It is an old quarry, which became a burial site in the 17th century when 250.000 citizens died from a plague.
  7. Walk along a 2.5 strip of pedestrianized road which runs along the seafront called Lungomare.
  8. Make one-day trips to the island of Capri and to the Amalfi Coast. Here areΒ tips on how to getΒ to the Amalfi CoastΒ and to Capri Island from Rome.
  9. Take the funicular to Castel Sant’Elmo.
  10. Visit Castel Nuovo, also known as Maschio Angioino, which is a 13th-century castle completed in 1282 for the new Charles I of the House of Anjou.

 

Where to Stay

Undoubtedly, it is worth staying in Naples for several days. You can enjoy towns and islands nearby for a day-trips and eat the best pizza in the world. Here’s the list of options on where to stay in Naples:

Grand Hotel Vesuvio

Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Naples

Grand Hotel VesuvioΒ is located on the seafront and overlooks the Gulf of Naples, the island of Capri, and Mount Vesuvius. It is a 5 stars hotel with a luxury indoor pool, fitness center, and a wellness area with a hot tub, sauna, and steam bath. All rooms are elegantly decorated and spacious.

  • Prices per night for 2 people start from 250 euro

Hotel Romeo

Hotel Romeo Naples

Hotel RomeoΒ is located right nearby the ferry port for Capri and Ischia. The 5 stars hotel features stylish and spacious rooms, a rooftop pool overlooking Naples Harbor, and a modern spa. Moreover, there is a cigar room and games lounge in the lobby of the property.

  • Prices per night for 2 people start from 300 euro

Renaissance Naples Hotel Mediterraneo

Renaissance Naples Hotel Mediterraneo

Renaissance Naples Hotel Mediterraneo is 4-star in the city center and features a rooftop terrace. Moreover, it is located in the main shopping area and business district. Guests can enjoy an American breakfast on the terrace with views of mount Vesuvius.

  • Prices per night for 2 people start from 250 euro

Joy Naples

joy naples

Joy Naples is a bed and breakfast with free WiFi near Central Station. There is a buffet breakfast served each morning on the property. This is a great choice for city guests interested in pizza, shopping, and museums.

  • Prices per night for 2 people start from 50 euro

Dolce Vita Rooms and Breakfast

naples dolce vita rooms and breakfast

Dolce Vita Rooms & BreakfastΒ is located in the city center and features a terrace. All rooms are spacious and have modern furnishings, a Smart TV, and parquet floors. Moreover, you can enjoy a sweet and savory breakfast there.

  • Prices per night for 2 people start from 60 euros.

Author: Kate Zusmann

Kate Zusmann

I have lived in the Eternal City for the past 12 years. They say every angle of Rome has its history, and I'm here to tell you about the most intriguing historical facts and city legends. :)

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