TRANSPORTATION IN NAPLES

Public transport in Naples is represented by buses, trolleybuses, trams, ferries, funiculars and metro.

You should be aware that the city has a single ticket for all types of transport, with the exception of taxis and ferries. The ticket price depends on the duration of its use. For example, a ticket for 90 minutes will cost 1 euro; per day - 2.5-3 euros (depending on whether it is a day off or a weekday); for a week - 9 euros.

Tourists can purchase a concessionary pass valid for 3 or 7 days. It allows not only using public transport, but also provides certain benefits when visiting a number of city attractions.

Naples Metro

The metro in the city is quite young. The metro itself (excluding surface railway lines) is represented by two branches - No. 1 and No. 6. The first one connects the historic center of the city with its northern part, the second runs through the western districts. The metro is operated by Metronapoli SpA. Metro opening hours are from 6.00 to 23.00.

Below is a map of the Naples metro. To enlarge the image, click on the picture; for additional enlargement - click on the "Expand to actual size" icon that appears at the bottom of the picture (a square with an arrow).

Funiculars

Funiculars in Naples belong to the metro system. The city has 4 lines along which they run. More information about this mode of transport can be found on the Metro.na.it website.

Buses

The buses in Naples are quite large and comfortable. Tickets should be purchased in advance; they are sold in any tobacco shop, which are usually located near the stops. But due to the congestion of Naples streets, local buses cannot be called an effective means of transportation.

Trams and trolleybuses

Naples' tram network consists of three routes, while the trolleybus network consists of three urban and five suburban routes. The traffic diagram for this transport can be found on the website of the transport management company - ANM.

Keep in mind that in terms of pickpocketing, public transport in Naples is not the safest place to be.

Taxi in Naples

Taxi is a fairly popular transport in the city, although not the most convenient due to the congestion of the streets. The fare currently starts at 1 euro per kilometer; it is advisable to negotiate the price with the taxi driver immediately upon boarding.

Taxis can be ordered to some points of the city (for example, to Naples airport) online - to do this, use the search form below:

Fill in the required fields and click To find... A list of possible transfer options for the route you specified will open on a separate page. Choosing the right one, you can immediately place and pay for the order.

Tourists wishing to independently move around Naples by car can use

Public transport is well developed in Naples, and its system may seem disordered at first glance. Here you can travel by metro, electric train, funiculars, buses and trams. You will learn how to understand this variety of transport, how much the fare is, and where to buy tickets from our article. In addition, for you we will lay out a map of the Naples metro that you can download. All modes of transport are regulated by one organization called Unico Campania.

The most interesting places for tourists in Naples are located quite compactly, and it is really possible to walk them. You will have to drive only to the National Archaeological Museum, located in the northern part of the historic center, or to the hill of San Martino.

Naples public transport tickets

Tickets for public transport in Naples can be purchased at any kiosk with the inscription Tabacchi. Metro tickets are sold at vending machines at every station. The easiest ticket you can use to get around the city center is a 90 minute ticket for € 1.1. Free public transport in Naples is only available for children under 6 years old.

Below I will tell you about the main types of public transport tickets in Naples.

An excellent option for tourists would be to buy a card Unico Artcard -3-day pass (including airport transfer) with free admission to 3 attractions, including the Naples National Archaeological Museum. The ticket must be validated on first use and will expire at 00:00 on the third day after validation. Travel cost Unico artcard is from € 12.

Public transport tickets are called TIC tickets and are valid on all ANM buses, on the four funicular lines, on the regional EAV buses, on metro lines 1,2 and 6 and on the Circumvesuviana, Circumflegrei and Cumana suburban trains within Naples.

Please note that tickets for 1.5 hours are validated in special machines on buses or at train / metro stations before boarding. On tickets for 1 day, 1 week and 1 month, you must indicate your name and date of birth, and also have an identity document with you. These tickets are validated only upon first use. If for some reason the composter is faulty, write the date and time of your trip on the back of your ticket in a special place. Otherwise, you risk running into a fine.

Naples Metro

Naples metro has three lines: 1, 2 and 6, as well as 4 funicular lines: Chiaia, Montesanto, Centrale and Mergellina. Most often, tourists do not take the metro in Naples, since it mainly connects the center with the outskirts of the city, and for this reason only local residents use it. The entrance to the metro can be found by the red letter "M". Metro working hours: from 06:00 to 23:00. The metro ticket must be validated before boarding the metro on the platform.

The red line of the Metro Line 1 (Metro Linea 1), which connects the Central Station with the historical center and passes through the port of Naples (metro station Universita), is most suitable for tourists to move around Naples. This metro line takes you to the National Archaeological Museum (metro Museo). An integrated map of the metro, funiculars and commuter trains in Naples can be viewed below.

Another good reason for taking Line 1 is its interestingly designed stations, known far beyond Italy. We have already written about them in the article. Be sure to visit the Naples metro during your stay in the city, otherwise you will not forgive yourself later.

Funicular in Naples

4 cable car lines take you up the hill to the Vomero area, where you can visit the Castle of Sant Elmo, the Monastery of Certosa di San Martino. Funicular Centrale has one of the longest runs in the world and departs from Via Toledo at the Galleria Umberto shopping center.

Buses and trams in Naples

To begin with, in Naples it would be best to live in the center. For example, in the Central Station area and avoid the outskirts. I can recommend good hotels in the heart of Naples: the 4-star Ramada Naples chain hotel, the 4-star Starhotels Terminus (follow the links to the hotel booking pages).

The advantage of living in the center of Naples is that you do not have to use local buses, where tourists are very fond of bred. For example, this can happen as follows: tickets for city routes are not sold on the bus, but you will still be asked for a ticket upon entering the bus. And, if for some reason you do not have it, they will immediately demand a fine of 41 Euros from you and threaten with the police. Add to this the fact that the traffic in Naples is quite busy and the buses are very often crowded. Not to mention, they often don't have air conditioning.

There is no central bus station in Naples. City buses start their routes mainly in Piazza Garibaldi, Via Pisanelli next to Piazza Municipio and Piazza Vittoria. The time until the next bus is displayed on electronic boards located at bus stops and in the metro. Bus tickets are validated in special machines located directly on the bus. The bus is entered through the front or back door, and the exit through the central doors. To stop the bus at a stop on demand, press the red button.

For trips around the historic center of Naples, the best for you bus route E1... This bus departs from Piazza Gesù Nuovo and runs through the city center.

From Naples, you can go by bus to other cities in Italy: Rome, Milan, Bari and more. Bus tickets can be bought on the Infobus website in Russian.

As for trams, there are 3 tram routes in Naples: no. 1, no. 2 and no. 4. One of the routes that will interest travelers is along the coast of Castel Nuovo to Central Station (Place Garibaldi).

Trains from Naples to other cities in Italy

Naples is one of the largest transport hubs in Southern Italy. From Naples, you can easily and directly by train to Rome, Bari, Salerno, Pompeii and other cities. The high-speed train journey from Naples to Rome will take just over 1 hour, and the journey to Salerno will take about 40 minutes.

The cost of a train ticket in Italy very much depends on the class of the train: high-speed or regional. For example, the cost of a ticket for the high-speed train Frecciarossa on the Naples - Salerno route is € 15, for a similar route by regional train - € 4.3. To learn more about how you can save money when traveling in Italy by train, see the article. All trains leave from Napoli Central Railway Station Napoli Centrale.

Ferries to the islands of Capri and Ischia

Ferries depart for Capri and Ischia from the port of Naples. There are two ferry boarding points differentiated by the speed of the ships. Slow ferries leave from Calata Porta di Massa, while Molo Beverello offers fast hydrofoils and cruise ships. However, don't worry, these two places are not very far apart: within 1 km and there is a shuttle bus between them.

Please note that if you are traveling in Italy with a car rented in another country, then you can take the car with you to the islands only between November and April. The rest of the time, the entry of non-local vehicles on the island is prohibited.

The ferry departure point is close to the stop of the Alibus from the airport and from the Universita metro station. Ferry tickets can be purchased at the ticket office before departure or online. You can choose between a speedboat hydrofoil and a slower boat. Keep in mind that faster boats are rocking a lot in bad weather and you can easily get rocked. Therefore, if you have a weak vestibular apparatus, I recommend taking a pill before traveling.

Children under 12 years old can apply for reduced ferry fares. Each piece of baggage (suitcase) is charged € 2.

• Ferries depart every half hour. The travel time from Naples to the island of Capri, depending on the vessel, will be from 45 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes, the cost of a one-way ticket is from € 12.8 to € 20. The first ferry leaves Naples at 06:00, the last at 21:05.
• Ferries to Ischia leave every half hour. Travel time from Naples to Ischia island will be from 1 hour to 1.5 hours, the cost of a one-way ticket is from € 11.3 to € 18.6. The first ferry leaves Naples at 06:15, the last at 21:30.
• Ferries to the Italian city of Positano leave 3 times a day (at 08:35, 14:40 and 15:35) and pass through the island of Capri. The ticket price is € 29 one way.
• Ferries to the Italian city of Sorrento leave 5 times a day (at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:05, 17:15). Travel time is only 40 minutes, ticket price is € 12.3 one way.

Naples is the largest port in southern Italy, where many Mediterranean cruise ships stop. On a cruise ship you can sail from Naples to Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica or the Aeolian Islands, or even to Tunisia.

How to get around Naples by public transport? Where to buy a ticket and how much does it cost? All this is in today's article.

Naples is a big city, many are surprised that it has a metro! However, this is the case. Moreover, the metro is connected to the railway system, which is sometimes very convenient. In addition, the city has buses, trolleybuses, trams and funiculars.

Tickets for transport in Naples

Attention! A new ticket system has been introduced since 2015, so if you have any old tickets, please be aware that they are no longer valid.

A single ticket for transport in Naples costs 1 euro.

It is called Biglietto corsa singola and looks like this:

If you are going to use several modes of transport (eg metro + bus), it may be beneficial for you to buy a ticket for 90 minutes, its cost is 1.50 euros.

It is called Biglietto integrato 90 minuti and looks like this:

For tourists who are going to travel around Naples by public transport, it may be convenient to buy a ticket for 1 day, its cost is 3.50 euros.

It is called Biglietto giornaliero and looks like this:

The ticket must be punched in a special typewriter, which is at all metro stations at the entrance, in every bus and trolleybus. From time to time you can meet a controller who, in case of an unbroken ticket or its absence, will write you a fine of 40 euros!

Tickets to Pompeii and Sorrento

If you want to travel on your own, for example to or, you need to take the Campania Express train at the central station of Piazza Garibaldi. You can read more about this train in my article ““. A ticket for this train costs 15 euros and can be used all day.

Where in Naples to buy transport tickets?

Tickets for public transport in Naples can be bought at metro stations, in special vending machines at bus stops, or in cigarette kiosks labeled Tabacchi. Tickets and newsstands are often sold as well.

Important:Please note that the bus driver does not sell tickets, so getting on the bus without a ticket in your hand could result in a fine if you are checked. Be aware that you may not find an open kiosk on Sunday, so make sure you buy your ticket in advance.

Naples is the third most populous city in the country and the largest city in southern Italy. Its name comes from the Greek "Neapolis", which means "new city".

Its proximity to many attractions such as Pompeii and the Gulf of Naples makes it an excellent base for exploring the area. Naples is a vibrant and vibrant city full of amazing historical and artistic treasures, with narrow and winding streets and small shops located on them. The city is so cute that it is undoubtedly worth setting aside at least a few days to visit it during your trip to Italy.

The location of Naples is very convenient as it is convenient for tourists. Many visitors to Italy arrive in Rome, and from Rome to Naples it is only about 2 hours south of the city. The city is located on the coast, on the northern border of the Gulf of Naples, one of the most beautiful bays in Italy. Its port is the most important port in the south of the state.

Transport importance of Naples

Naples is the main transport hub in southern Italy with several major rail lines. The train and bus stations are close by, in the huge Piazza Garibaldi, on the east side of the city. From Naples Airport, Capodichino Airport, there are flights to other regions of Italy and cities in Europe. The bus connects the airport with Piazza Garibaldi. Ferries and hydrofoils leave from Beverello Pier for the islands of Capri, Ischia, Procida and Sardinia.

Public transport in Naples

Naples has good public transport, therefore, given the fact that there are traffic jams here, like in any major city, it makes sense to use public transport rather than rent a car. The city is large, but the bus network is quite developed, there are also trams, metro, funiculars, so using public transport is profitable and convenient. In addition, there are suburban trains, Ferrovia Circumvesuviana, which will take you to Pompeii or Sorrento.

You can get around Naples by buses, trams, ferries, funiculars, metro and commuter trains.

Bus

Buses run throughout most of the city, but they are not very convenient to use because of the very heavy traffic on the roads.

There are several different carrier companies that serve different routes. Sepsa operates on the Napoli - Monte di Procida route. The traffic interval is twenty minutes, buses leave the line at 05:00 and work until midnight. The Napoli-Mondragone- Baia Domizia and Napoli-Caserta routes are operated by Ctp. On the first, buses run every half hour, from four in the morning to ten in the evening. On the second, work begins at dawn and ends at late evening. Consorzio trasporti irpini operates the Napoli-Avellino route. These buses leave every twenty minutes on weekdays and once an hour on holidays, and they also run late. Sita controls two routes - Napoli-Salerno and Napoli-Amalfi. The interval of movement on the first is half an hour on weekdays and two hours on holidays. The line from Capodichino-Sorrento airport is operated by Curreri, the transport departs in the morning and in the afternoon.

Taxi

A very popular and developed form of transport in Naples, but not the most comfortable one - all because of the same heavy traffic. The tariff is usually 3.5 euros, on holidays the price rises to 6 euros. On a weekday, the minimum taxi fare is 4.5 euros. Paying by the meter is not always profitable, here you can pay according to the tariffs set for the main directions (to the airport, to the port or to the center). When you get into the car, tell me exactly where you need to go and add after that: "tariffa predeterminata".

Water transport

There is a large port in Naples, so there is an opportunity to go to the surrounding cities, the islands of Ischia and Capri, to the capital - Rome ... By ferry you can also get to Sicily - to Messina. Transport is different, both large and small ships. You can find out more about routes, timetables and fares on this website: http://www.alilauro.it//index.php?lingua\u003denglish.

Trolleybuses

There are eight routes in Naples, of which three are urban and five are suburban. Trolleybuses appeared here a long time ago - in 1940. Transportation management is carried out by two offices - ANM and CTP Napoli. The first belongs to three urban routes - 201st, 202nd and 203rd, and three suburban - 254th, 255th and 256th. The second company organizes work on two suburban lines - M11 and M13.

You can see the schemes of trolleybus lines on the official websites of these companies, here they are: http://www.anm.it/ and http://www.ctpn.it/home.asp. Local trolleybus tickets are standard and can be used for all modes of transport in Naples and its suburbs.

Trams

The total length of tram lines in Naples is ten kilometers. There are three routes in total. Such transport appeared in the city in 1875, then it was still a horse tram. You can see the route maps on the website of the ANM office, which organizes transportation: http://www.anm.it/. The tickets that you can use to travel on trams are the same standard ones valid throughout the city.

Types of tickets

The standard type of tickets is valid for the city and suburbs, it is called UnicoNapoli. There are three types of such passes, differing in terms of validity and price: "orario" gives the right to travel for one and a half hours and costs 1.3 euros; the “giornaliero” ticket can be used for the whole day, for which you will pay 3.7 euros; and a ticket, which is also valid for one day, but only on Saturdays-Sundays and holidays - this is called a "week-end", it costs 3.1 euros.

For the convenience of tourists in Naples, there is also a special discount ticket - "Campania - Artecard". It can be of different duration - three days and for a week. With this pass, you can use public transport and receive discounts on visits to museums and other attractions. There are ten types of such tourist tickets in total, and the price for them ranges from ten to thirty euros (depending on what discounts are provided for them). Tickets are sold at the airport, in the port, at metro and railway stations, in museums and tourist offices. You can also purchase it on the Internet - for this, go to the website http://www.campaniartecard.it/.

Metro

The metro was opened here relatively recently - in 1993. This transport system is operated by Metronapoli SpA. There are two metro lines in total - 1st and 6th, and four more related to the funicular.

Line 1 has a connection between Stazione Centrale and the old city center with its northern area. The total number of stations on it is seventeen. There are only four stations on line 6, built in 2006. It runs along the western part of Naples, length - 2.3 kilometers.

Funicular

In Naples, as I already wrote, there are only four funicular lines, and they belong to the metro. These are Chiaia, Montesanto, Centrale and Mergellina. For more than a century, the funicular has been operating in this city on the hills, playing an important role in the transport of the population. The total number of stations on the lines is sixteen. The funicular transports approximately sixty thousand people daily. The funiculars make a total of seven hundred and two trips every day.

The Centrale and Chiaia lines are open every day from 06:30 to midnight, while the Montesanto and Mergellina lines are open from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Suburban trains

It happens that on the metro map lines number 2,3,4,5 and 7 are indicated, which officially do not belong to the metro, but to the suburban railway and, accordingly, have their own separate management.

Line 2 is a reconstructed section of the Passante ferroviario di Napoli suburban route, which was laid back in 1925. In the center of the city it goes underground, and in the west of Naples it is above ground. Lines 3 and 4 take you to Pompeii and Vesuvius and also to Sorrento. The 5th line goes from the center to the west, the 7th - along the ring.