City in Campania, Italy
Getting around Naples
How to get around Naples
Metro lines 1 and 2, funiculars and trains cover most places. The Circumvesuviana reaches Pompeii and Sorrento; ferries serve Capri and Ischia.
Ways to get around Naples
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Metro, bus and funicular (ANM) | €1.50 for 90 min | Unico Campania tickets work on several operators; validate before riding |
| Circumvesuviana | About €3–€5 to Pompeii or Sorrento | Slow and crowded; watch bags and the last train times |
| Ferries and hydrofoils | About €22–€30 to Capri, €17–€25 to Ischia | From Molo Beverello; frequent in summer, reduced in winter |
| Taxi | About €10–16 for 5 km | Fixed fares apply from the airport and port; ask for the meter |
Ride-hailing apps in Naples
A 5 km ride costs about €10–16 ($11.3–18.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| itTaxi | Books licensed taxis by app; pay by card |
| FREENOW | Taxi app with limited coverage here; check it opens in Naples |
- Use official white taxis and agree flat fares from the airport and port. Street taxis rarely accept hailing; use ranks.
Arriving in Naples
Naples Capodichino (NAP)
Alibus to Garibaldi and Molo Beverello about €5, 15–30 min; taxi flat fare about €23 to the main areas.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not for visitors: dense, aggressive traffic and ZTL fines. Use the metro and walk.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are fine; other foreign licences need an International Driving Permit alongside. Rental firms check it.
- Onward travel in Italy: High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains link Turin, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Regional trains and buses fill gaps; ferries or flights reach Sicily and Sardinia.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Naples?
No. Use itTaxi, FREENOW instead.
What's the best way to get around Naples?
Metro lines 1 and 2, funiculars and trains cover most places. The Circumvesuviana reaches Pompeii and Sorrento; ferries serve Capri and Ischia.
How do I get from the airport to Naples?
Alibus to Garibaldi and Molo Beverello about €5, 15–30 min; taxi flat fare about €23 to the main areas.
Is Naples walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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