How to travel from L'Aquila to Naples, Italy

The distance between L'Aquila and Naples is around 229km (142 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 40m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from L'Aquila to Naples by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Naples.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
Operated byFlixBus+ 2 others
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Train

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

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €38($38)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Naples.

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Distance232km (144 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between L'Aquila and Naples

There are several options for getting from L'Aquila to Naples by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 2h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €42 ($42).

The distance between L'Aquila and Naples is around 229km (142 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 183km (114 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from L'Aquila and Naples by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from L'Aquila to Naples is to drive which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €42 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between L'Aquila and Naples, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between L'Aquila and Naples. It typically takes around 4h 10m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from L'Aquila to Naples. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Terni and Roma Termini. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 4h 10m.

Trenitalia and ItaloTreno run train services between L'Aquila and Naples. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 4h 10m, 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 L'Aquila and Naples. It typically takes around 2h 50m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between L'Aquila and Naples with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 2h 50m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between L'Aquila and Naples. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 2h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from L'Aquila to Naples. We recommend that you take the bus to Naples. instead which will take 2h 50m.

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 L'Aquila and Naples. The distance is around 232km (144 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from L'Aquila to Naples is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2h 50m and will usually cost around €15 ($15).

How do I get from L'Aquila to Naples

Compare travel optionsbetween L'Aquila and Naples

Transport options from L'Aquila to Naples
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 50m
€15($15)
every 4 hours229km (142 miles)
Train
4h 10m
€38($38)
every 3 hours407km (253 miles)
Drive
2h 40m
€42($42)
on demand232km (144 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