How to travel from Naples to L'Aquila, Italy

The distance between Naples and L'Aquila is around 228km (142 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 35m.

3 routes found

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

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

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to L'Aquila.

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

Take the train to Roma Termini then Terni and then to L'aquila.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    €38($38)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to L'Aquila.

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Distance231km (143 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naples and L'Aquila

There are several options for getting from Naples to L'Aquila 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 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €42 ($42).

The distance between Naples and L'Aquila is around 228km (142 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 183km (114 miles)

It takes around 2h 50m to get from Naples and L'Aquila by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naples to L'Aquila is to drive which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx €42 ($42).

The cheapest way to travel between Naples and L'Aquila, 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 Naples and L'Aquila. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs every 3 hours.

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

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

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

FlixBus run regular bus services between Naples and L'Aquila. 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 Naples to L'Aquila. We recommend that you take the bus to L'Aquila. instead which will take 2h 50m.

The closest major airport to L'Aquila is Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) which is approximately 90km (56 miles) from L'Aquila. Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (PEG) 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 Naples and L'Aquila. The distance is around 231km (143 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

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

How do I get from Naples to L'Aquila

Compare travel optionsbetween Naples and L'Aquila

Transport options from Naples to L'Aquila
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 50m
€15($15)
every 4 hours228km (142 miles)
Train
4hrs
€38($38)
every 3 hours407km (253 miles)
Drive
2h 35m
€42($42)
on demand231km (143 miles)

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Airports near L'Aquila

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

CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
90km (56 miles) from L'Aquila
PEG
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG)
International Airport
Distance
110km (68 miles) from L'Aquila
FCO
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
International Airport
Distance
113km (70 miles) from L'Aquila