How to travel from Naples to Sorrento, Italy

The distance between Naples and Sorrento is around 41km (25 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 48min.

5 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Sorrento.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €9($9)
Operated by

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l.

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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Sorrento.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €28($28)
Operated by

Alilauro S.p.A.

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💰 Cheapest
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Sorrento.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €6($6)
Operated by

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l.

+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Sorrento.

  • Duration48min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €65($65)
Operated by

RTLA Partenope Srl

+ 3 others
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Drive

Drive to Sorrento.

  • Duration48min
  • Distance47km (29 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naples and Sorrento

There are several options for getting from Naples to Sorrento by train, ferry, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €6 ($6) and will take around 1h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 48min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €65 ($65).

The distance between Naples and Sorrento is around 41km (25 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 26km (16 miles)

It takes around 1h 15m to get from Naples and Sorrento by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 48min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naples to Sorrento is to take a taxi which takes around 48min and will set you back approx €65 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Naples and Sorrento, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €6 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Naples and Sorrento. It typically takes around 1h 15m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Naples and Sorrento with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 15m.

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l. run train services between Naples and Sorrento. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 15m, 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 Sorrento. It typically takes around 1h 35m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Naples and Sorrento with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 1h 35m.

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l. and FlixBus run regular bus services between Naples and Sorrento. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 1h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naples and Sorrento. The ferry typically takes around 1h 20m and departs once daily.

Alilauro S.p.A. and Navigazione Libera del Golfo run the ferry services between Naples and Sorrento. Ferries run once daily and take around 1h 20m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naples to Sorrento. We recommend that you take the train to Sorrento. instead which will take 1h 15m.

The closest major airport to Sorrento is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Sorrento. Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) and Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) 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 Sorrento. The distance is around 47km (29 miles) by road and it will take around 48min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naples to Sorrento is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 15m and will usually cost around €9 ($9).

How do I get from Naples to Sorrento

Compare travel optionsbetween Naples and Sorrento

Transport options from Naples to Sorrento
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 15m
€9($9)
every 20 mins42km (26 miles)
Ferry
1h 20m
€28($28)
once daily41km (25 miles)
Bus
1h 35m
€6($6)
5 times a day54km (33 miles)
Taxi
48min
€65($65)
on demand47km (29 miles)
Drive
48min
€7($7)
on demand47km (29 miles)

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Airports near Sorrento

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

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
30km (19 miles) from Sorrento
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Sorrento
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
209km (130 miles) from Sorrento