How to travel from Sorrento to Pompei, Italy

The distance between Sorrento and Pompei is around 18km (11 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 32min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Sorrento to Pompei by train, 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 PompeiSorrento if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Moregine.

  • Duration32min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €4($4)
Operated by

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l.

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Bus

Take the bus to Moregine.

  • Duration42min
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €4($4)
Operated by

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l.

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Pompei.

  • Duration33min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €35($35)
Operated by

RTLA Partenope Srl

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Drive

Drive to Pompei.

  • Duration33min
  • Distance25km (16 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sorrento and Pompei

There are several options for getting from Sorrento to Pompei by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €4 ($4) and will take around 32min.

The distance between Sorrento and Pompei is around 18km (11 miles).

It takes around 32min to get from Sorrento and Pompei by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 33min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sorrento to Pompei is to take the train which takes around 32min and will set you back approx €4 ($4).

The cheapest way to travel between Sorrento and Pompei, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €4 ($4) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Sorrento and Pompei. It typically takes around 32min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Sorrento and Pompei with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 32min.

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l. run train services between Sorrento and Pompei. Trains depart hourly and will take around 32min, 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 Sorrento and Pompei. It typically takes around 42min and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Sorrento and Pompei with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 42min.

Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l. run regular bus services between Sorrento and Pompei. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 42min on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Sorrento to Pompei. We recommend that you take the train to Moregine. instead which will take 32min.

The closest major airport to Pompei is Naples International Airport (NAP) (NAP) which is approximately 23km (14 miles) from Pompei. 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

Yes it is possible to drive from Sorrento and Pompei. The distance is around 25km (16 miles) by road and it will take around 33min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sorrento to Pompei is to take the train which takes, on average, 32min and will usually cost around €4 ($4).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sorrento and Pompei

Transport options from Sorrento to Pompei
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
32min
€4($4)
hourly18km (11 miles)
Bus
42min
€4($4)
every 4 hours23km (14 miles)
Taxi
33min
€35($35)
on demand25km (16 miles)
Drive
33min
€4($4)
on demand25km (16 miles)

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Airports near Pompei

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

NAP
Naples International Airport (NAP)
International Airport
Distance
23km (14 miles) from Pompei
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
195km (121 miles) from Pompei
CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Pompei