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Naples to Sorrento. How to get from the airport?
To get from Naples International Airport (Capodichino) to Sorrento, travelers can choose between different types of transport. There are bus, subway, regular ferryboats — and you also can get a taxi or book an individual transfer. Traveling by bus costs 10 Euro and lasts 2 hours. Subway journey with a transfer takes you 1 hour 40 minutes or more and the price is 4 Euro. Ferryboat trip time is about 2 hours and its ticket costs 14 Euro. And a taxi or transfer ride lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and its price is 114 Euro. The distance between Naples and Sorrento is about 50 kilometers.
The bus ride is the most popular way to get to Sorrento from the Naples Airport — it is quite cheap, and you don’t have to make a transfer. Subway is a little bit cheaper, but you have to go to Napoli Garibaldi station first. If you want to enjoy the Mediterranean sea during your way, try a boat trip from Molo Beverello. And if you need more comfort, the best decision would be to find a taxi or book a transfer.
Order a transfer from Naples International Airport
Sorrento — a charming place near the seashore
Sorrento is a nice small town on the shore of the Mediterranean sea which boasts marvelous landscapes, lemon groves, and cozy streets. There are not so many tourists, so this place perfectly fits calmly relaxed holidays. It could be interesting to see Duomo Cathedral which was built in XI century and decorated with ancient murals. Another place-to-visit is the Old Town with its San Antonio Square and Verniero Palace.
Bus from Naples to Sorrento
€10
up to 1,5 h
1 h 20 min
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It’s easy to get from Naples International Airport to Sorrento by bus. The daily route of Curreri Viaggi company departs from the bus stop which is situated in front of the 1 Airport Terminal named Partenze. You can buy a ticket from the bus driver — it costs 10 Euro. According to the timetable, this route runs from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM with the interval from 1 to 1:30 hours. Each bus has its luggage racks and comfortable seats with adjustable backs.
Bus from Naples to Sorrento:
Buses of Curreri Viaggi
Timetable:
From 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Route:
Naples Airport — Sorrento Station
Travel time:
1 h 20 min (5 min — to the bus station, 1 h 15 min — bus to Sorrento)
Waiting time:
up to 1,5 h
Comfort level:
Medium: luggage racks, comfortable seats
Cost:
10 Euro
Clients:
easy-going travelers without big luggage
How to find the bus at Airport:
Partenze bus stop near the Airport.
Subway from Naples to Sorrento
€4
30 min
1 h
Couple
Subway is another cheap way to get from Naples to Sorrento — but if you prefer this way, you have to make a transfer. As soon as you arrive to Napoli Garibaldi station, go downstairs to the subway and then turn left to the Line Tr3 (Circumvesuviana). Buy a ticket to Sorrento station at the ticket office or use a ticket machine — it costs 4 Euro. The first train departs from Garibaldi station at 6:11 AM, the last — at 9:41 PM. The interval between the trains is also short — about 30 minutes. The journey from Napoli Garibaldi lasts about 1 hour.
Subway from Naples to Sorrento:
Line 3 (Circumvesuviana)
Timetable:
From 5:40 AM to 10:20 PM
Route:
Naples Airport — Napoli Garibaldi station — Sorrento Station
Travel time:
About 1h 15 min (5 min — to the bus station, 3 min — bus to Napoli Garibaldi, 5 min — downstairs to the subway, 1 hour — train to Sorrento)
Waiting time:
up to 30 min
Comfort level:
Low: there are no luggage racks and you may not find free seats on the subway
Cost:
4 Euro
Clients:
Tourists with small backpacks
How to start the journey:
First find a bus stop, which is situated near the exit from the 1st Terminal, named Naples International Airport. You need one of the regular city buses: Air003, Air006, Air010, Air015, Air017, Air018, Air022, Air024 — they run often, so you don’t have to wait more than 10 minutes. Buy a ticket from the driver (it costs 1,5 Euro) and follow to the station Napoli Garibaldi — you will be there in 3 minutes.
Ferryboat from Naples to Sorrento
€14
up to 2 hours
~1 h
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Traveling from Naples to Sorrento by ferryboat also needs you to make a transfer. While arriving to the Beverello Marine Station, go inside — there are ticket offices near the entrance. The price of a boat ticket depends on the class and starts from 14 Euro for a seat. This amount of money includes hand luggage with a size of 50x35x20 and up to 9 kg. For any baggage exceeding in size or weight, passengers must purchase a specific ticket. The ferry to Sorrento departs every 2 hours, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM every day. In the non-tourist season boats don’t run on Saturday or holidays. According to the timetable, traveling time is 45 minutes.
Boat from Naples to Sorrento:
Alilauro regular boat from the Beverello port
Timetable:
9:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:05 and 17:15
Route:
Naples Airport — Molo Beverello — Sorrento
Travel time:
About 1 hour (5 min — to the bus station, 10 min — bus to Beverello port, 5 min — to the Marine Station, 45 min — boat to Sorrento)
Waiting time:
up to 2 hours
Comfort level:
Medium: comfortable seats, baggage places, toilet
Cost:
14 euro
Clients:
experienced travelers, those who want to enjoy the sea
How to start the journey:
To arrive to the port, you need to go to Alibus stop — it is situated near the Airport, just go out from the Terminal, turn left and walk through the small square. Find a bus route of Alibus company — it goes directly to the Molo Beverello with one stop at the railway station, so you can get to the place in 10 minutes. The ticket costs 4 Euro. This route operates from 6:00 AM to 12:15 PM and the interval is about 30 minutes.
Taxi from Naples to Sorrento
from €114
5 min
~1,5 h
Family
If you are arriving with a night flight, the only way to get to Sorrento is a taxi or a pre-booked transfer. It is also the most convenient transport, especially if you are traveling with aged relatives or small babies. If you pre-book a transfer, the driver will meet you near the arrival zone with a nameplate, help you with the luggage, and bring you directly to your address in 1 hour 30 minutes. Taxi or transfer from Naples to Sorrento cost from 114 Euro.
Timetable:
24/7
Route:
To your hotel or home address in Sorrento
Travel time:
1 h 30 min
Waiting time:
It takes you 3-5 min to find a taxi. You don’t need to wait for a pre-booked transfer — the driver will already be at the airport.
Comfort level:
Taxi: fast traveling, trunk for luggage, air-conditioning Pre-booked transfer: an opportunity to book a minivan car for a big company, online payment via card, baby car seat, help with luggage, Wi-Fi
Cost:
from €114
Clients:
Big groups of tourists, families with children, travelers with large luggage, those who arrive at night, aged tourists
Car rental in Naples
from €29
from 1 day
from 1 year
To rent a car without a driver to get from Naples to Sorrento, you’ll need an IDL, a passport, and a credit card. You have to return a car with a full tank of gas. Insurance, taxes, and airport tolls are included in the price of car rental per day. It’s better to book a car in advance because the prices rise in summer. You can rent a car at Naples Airport.
How to get from Naples to Sorrento?
There are different ways to get from Naples to Sorrento — choose the one which fits you most: cheap buses and subway, nice boat trip or comfortable transfer. Have a great journey!