Trains, Buses and Funicular
This article was adapted from the original itinerary published on the blog Visit Naples and Amalfi Coast Travel Tips
When you’re in Naples, you don’t need to rent a car or blow your budget on taxis. As a local Neapolitan, I can tell you firsthand that the public transportation system here is not only efficient but also budget-friendly if you know how to use it smartly. So let me share how we locals move around Naples—and how you can, too, without overpaying.
Naples’ public transportation network is run by two main operators and includes city buses, regional buses, Metro Lines 1, 2, and 6, funicular lines, and several local train lines like the Circumvesuviana, Cumana, and Circumflegrea.
If you’re staying within the city limits, you can travel on all of these using a UNICO ticket.
Which Ticket Should You Get?
Here are your options for 2025:
- UNICO Hourly Ticket: €1.80, valid for 90 minutes from validation.
- UNICO Daily Ticket: €5.40, valid until midnight of the same day.
- UNICO 3-Day Ticket: €10.80, valid until midnight of the third day.
- UNICO Weekly Ticket: €16.20, valid until midnight on Sunday of the week of validation.
- UNICO Monthly Ticket: €42.00, valid until midnight of the last day of the month.
These tickets are available at tabaccherie (tobacco shops), newsstands, vending machines in metro/train stations, and busier bus stops. Or, make your life easier by downloading the app to buy and store your tickets digitally (check the QR code in the original blog post).
Travel + Culture: Naples Pass & Campania Arte Card
If you plan to visit Naples and its surroundings, I highly recommend either the Naples Pass or the Campania Arte Card. These tourist cards not only offer transportation passes for 3 or 7 days, but also include free entry or discounts to major attractions (yes, even Pompeii!), and even a free pizza at selected spots.
- Campania Arte Card →
Info Point: Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, 7, 80134 Napoli NA
Google Maps → - Naples Pass → (Online only)
From the Airport: Alibus vs. Taxi
Just landed at Capodichino Airport? Unless you’re traveling in a group or have a lot of luggage, skip the taxi and hop on the Alibus shuttle. It’s easy, cheap, and reliable:
- Ticket Price: €5 (buy onboard or online)
- Departure Every: 20 minutes
- Travel Time: About 15 minutes (no traffic)
- Alibus Stops:
- Central Station (Piazza Garibaldi)
- Immacolatella/Porta di Massa (near Duomo area)
- Molo Beverello (best for Chiaia and Centro Storico)
Buy your ticket here: Alibus →
If you prefer a private transfer, I can help you plan one in advance to Naples, Sorrento, Salerno, or the Amalfi Coast. Just ask!
Metro & Funicular: Local Favorites
Take the Metro Line 1 and visit the stunning Toledo Station, often ranked the most beautiful metro stop in Europe. If you plan to travel a lot within the city, I suggest the daily ticket (€5.40) or weekly ticket (€16.20) for full access to metro, bus, and funicular lines.
Cheap Day Trips: Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Sorrento
Don’t waste money on tourist buses. Take the Circumvesuviana train from Napoli Garibaldi Station and reach:
- Herculaneum (Ercolano): ~20 minutes
- Pompeii: ~40 minutes
- Sorrento: ~1 hour
Tickets cost about €4.10 to €5 depending on your destination. Buy them at the station or from tabaccherie inside.
Last Tips Before You Go:
- Be at Capodichino Airport at least 3 hours before your flight.
- Always validate your ticket before boarding.
- Keep some coins handy for smaller ticket purchases.
- Plan ahead if you want to avoid queues at ticket machines.
Using Naples public transport like a local means spending less, moving smarter, and seeing more—without the stress. Enjoy your trip, and if you have questions, just reach out!
