How to travel from Ancona to Naples, Italy

The distance between Ancona and Naples is around 404km (251 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Ancona to Naples by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out NaplesAncona if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Roma Termini and then to Napoli Centrale.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €44($44)
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Bus

Take the bus to Naples.

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €24($24)
Operated byFlixBus+ 2 others

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Drive

Drive to Naples.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Distance417km (259 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ancona and Naples

There are several options for getting from Ancona to Naples by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €11 ($11) and will take around 6h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €76 ($76).

The distance between Ancona and Naples is around 404km (251 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 316km (196 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Ancona and Naples by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ancona to Naples is to drive which takes around 4h 30m and will set you back approx €76 ($76).

The cheapest way to travel between Ancona and Naples, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €11 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ancona and Naples. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Ancona to Naples. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Roma Termini. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 4h 55m.

Trenitalia and ItaloTreno run train services between Ancona and Naples. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 4h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Ancona and Naples. It typically takes around 6h 15m and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Ancona and Naples with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a day and takes 6h 15m.

FlixBus, Linea 2 Mari, Ferrovie Del Gargano and Satam Bus run regular bus services between Ancona and Naples. Buses run 4 times a day and take around 6h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ancona to Naples. We recommend that you take the train to Roma Termini and then to Napoli Centrale. instead which will take 4h 55m.

The closest major airport to Naples is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Naples. Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) and Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Ancona and Naples. The distance is around 417km (259 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ancona to Naples is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around €44 ($44).

How do I get from Ancona to Naples

Compare travel optionsbetween Ancona and Naples

Transport options from Ancona to Naples
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 55m
€44($44)
5 times a day491km (305 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
6h 15m
€24($24)
every 4 hours440km (273 miles)
Bus via Chieti Scalo6h 15m
€11($11)
6 times a week404km (251 miles)
Drive
4h 30m
€76($76)
on demand417km (259 miles)

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Airports near Naples

The following major airports near Naples offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Naples
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Naples
FCO
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Naples