How to travel from Cefalù to Salerno, Italy

The distance between Cefalù and Salerno is around 476km (296 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Cefalù to Salerno by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Palermo Centrale then fly from Palermo (PMO) to Naples (NAP) then take the train to Salerno.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    €76($76)
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Train

Take the train to Salerno.

  • Duration7h 60m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €40($40)
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Bus

Take the bus to Salerno Piazza delle Concordia.

  • Duration8h 50m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €30($30)
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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Messina Centrale then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then take the train to Salerno.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €50($50)
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Car and Ferry

Drive to Messina Marittima then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then drive to Salerno.

  • Duration6h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cefalù and Salerno

There are several options for getting from Cefalù to Salerno by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €30 ($30) and will take around 8h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €76 ($76).

The distance between Cefalù and Salerno is around 476km (296 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 301km (187 miles)

It takes around 6hrs to get from Cefalù and Salerno by train and ferry.

The quickest way to get from Cefalù to Salerno is to take the train and then fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx €76 ($76).

The cheapest way to travel between Cefalù and Salerno is to take the bus which will typically cost around €30 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cefalù and Salerno. It typically takes around 7h 60m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Cefalù and Salerno with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 7h 60m.

Trenitalia run train services between Cefalù and Salerno. Trains depart once daily and will take around 7h 60m, 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 Cefalù and Salerno. It typically takes around 8h 50m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Cefalù and Salerno with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 8h 50m.

Itabus run regular bus services between Cefalù and Salerno. Buses run twice daily and take around 8h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cefalù to Salerno. We recommend that you take the train to Palermo Centrale then fly from Palermo (PMO) to Naples (NAP) then take the train to Salerno. instead which will take 3h 40m.

The closest major airport to Salerno is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 46km (29 miles) from Salerno. Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) and Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Cefalù to Salerno. We recommend that you take the train to Messina Centrale then take a ferry to Villa San Giovanni then take the train to Salerno. instead which will take 6hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cefalù to Salerno is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around €50 ($50).

How do I get from Cefalù to Salerno

Compare travel optionsbetween Cefalù and Salerno

Transport options from Cefalù to Salerno
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane
3h 40m
€76($76)
hourly476km (296 miles)
Train
7h 60m
€40($40)
once daily538km (334 miles)
Bus
8h 50m
€30($30)
twice daily620km (385 miles)
Train and Ferry
6hrs
€50($50)
every 4 hours539km (335 miles)
Car and Ferry
6h 30m
€110($110)
hourly593km (368 miles)

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Airports near Salerno

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

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
46km (29 miles) from Salerno
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
175km (109 miles) from Salerno
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
220km (137 miles) from Salerno