Want to add Sorrento to your holiday list? Sounds good! But you need to know how to get there first! This coastal town is well connected with the rest of the country and can be easily accessed by rail, road or sea.
In this article, we are going to detail all the possible transportation methods. Depending on your needs, you can choose one or even combine several options to get the most out of your trip.
So, let’s see how you can travel from Naples to Sorrento (and back)!
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The best way to get there depends on your travelling style, as well as how much luggage and how many passengers you are travelling with.
If you are in town for a family holiday with young children or elderly parents, taking public transport may be uncomfortable. On the other hand, if you are travelling by yourself, exploring the scenic coastal rail route may be a fun experience!
Before we get to details, let’s talk about Sorrento a little (for more info on Naples, head over to our dedicated Naples!).
Sorrento has existed for many centuries, with the Romans originally calling it Surrentum. Since then, it has become a popular tourist destination and is often used as a starting point for the “Amalfi Drive”, the long coastal road from Sorrento to Amalfi.
In addition to its beautiful roads, the city (and the wider region) is known as the land of Limoncello, as well as numerous other wines, nuts and olives. The climate is Mediterranean, with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. The warmest month is August, and the coolest is January.
Enough. Now, back to transport!
There is no direct train from Naples Airport to Sorrento, but you can easily reach the railway connection in the city.
From the airport, take the Alibus shuttle to Napoli Centrale, then follow the signs to Napoli Garibaldi station. If you’re already in Naples, you can board the Circumvesuviana train at Napoli Garibaldi or Napoli Porta Nolana.
Trains run every 30 to 40 minutes, taking about 1h 10 minutes to reach Sorrento. Tickets cost around €4.60 one way, but trains can get crowded and have limited luggage space.
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Travelling by bus is an affordable way to reach Sorrento, with direct connections available from both Naples Airport and the city centre.
From Naples Airport, a scheduled shuttle runs directly to Sorrento railway station, stopping at several towns along the Sorrento Peninsula. The journey takes about 1h 15 minutes, with tickets costing around €13 one way.
From Naples city centre, intercity coaches depart from near Napoli Centrale railway station, reaching Sorrento in about 1.5 hours. Fares vary depending on the service and departure time.
Yes! Travelling by ferry is a very scenic alternative to the train or bus, with lovely views of the Bay of Naples along the way.
From Naples Airport, take the Alibus shuttle to Molo Beverello port, about 30 minutes away. If you’re already in the city, you can reach the port directly from the centre.
From Molo Beverello, catch the high-speed ferry to Sorrento, which takes around 40 minutes. One-way tickets generally cost no more than €20 per person, depending on the service. Ferries arrive at Marina Piccola, below Sorrento’s historic centre.
Travel tip: Ferry departures are limited, particularly outside summer, and services may be affected by rough seas.
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In a straight line across the Bay of Naples, there is a distance of 26 kilometres. By road, this nearly doubles to around 50 kilometres.
If you want to avoid all the crowds and the possibility of having to catch a later ride than intended, you will need to hail a taxi, rent a car, or book a private transfer.
For standard taxis, you can oftentimes be overcharged for a trip, with drivers including additional costs for traffic or nighttime. Aside from this, taxi drivers usually don’t speak English, making communication a bit of an issue for some.
For car rental, you have the ability to make up your own schedule, but take into account the hectic driving style in Italy and the large insurance waivers that must be paid before you can take the car. They usually leave you out of pocket before your trip even starts.
Public transport once again takes the lead as the cheapest option, with the train being the most affordable overall, and direct.
As public transport isn’t always the most comfortable way to travel, many travellers prefer to arrange their own private transfer from the airport, as this ensures a door-to-door service.
 VEHICLE CLASS |
 PEOPLE |
 LUGGAGE |
 PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
 Economy Class |
3 | 3 | 143.00€ |
 Business Class |
3 | 2 | 261.00€ |
 First Class |
3 | 2 | 453.00€ |
 Economy Van |
7 | 6 | 182.00€ |
 Business Van |
6 | 6 | 338.00€ |
 Economy Van+ |
8 | 6 | 198.00€ |
Head over to our booking platform and input your arrival date/time and where in Sorrento you need to be taken. You can include an exact address, as we offer only door-to-door transfers.
Following this, you will be provided with a list of all available vehicles for your desired trip. Then, scroll down to personalise it with any extras you want. Head further down on the page to our secure payment system, which accepts all major credit and debit cards as well as Apple Pay. You will receive a confirmation email detailing your trip, followed by an additional email before the trip with your driver’s contact information. Make sure to get in touch so you can arrange a convenient pickup point.
That’s all! Happy travels and see you soon!
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