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How to get to Pompeii from Naples by train
Take a direct train from Naples to Pompeii and discover Italy’s most famous Roman ruins in no time at all. The average journey time by train between Naples and Pompeii is 41 minutes, with around 35 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on at the top of the page to search for services on a specific travel date.
While it’s possible to travel from Naples to Pompeii with both the local Circumvesuviana railway and Italy’s national train company Trenitalia, we recommend you take Trenitalia’s regional train if you want to enjoy a newer and less crowded service. As Trenitalia’s station in Pompeii is right in the city centre, you’ll also be able to wander around the town before heading to the ruins. When it comes to visiting the ruins, you’ll be near Piazza Anfiteatro (or Amphitheatre Gate), which is usually emptier than the main entrance (Porta Marina), meaning less time spent queuing.
Located 14 miles (22 km) southeast of Naples, Pompeii is the perfect destination for a day trip from the home of pizza. Head to Villa dei Misteri and discover some of the most beautiful frescoes in all of Italy, or step back in time in the Amphitheatre, one of the best preserved and most visited Roman open-air venues in the world.
Ready to book your journey from Naples to Pompeii by train? Keep reading for more information, including train times, ticket prices and useful FAQs.
Naples to Pompei by train
It takes an average of 39m to travel from Naples to Pompei by train, over a distance of around 14 miles (22 km). There are normally 67 trains per day travelling from Naples to Pompei and tickets for this journey start from £2.96 when you book in advance.
| First train | 00:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:49 | |
| Departure station | Naples | |
| Arrival station | Pompei | |
| Journey time | From 29m | |
| Distance | 14 miles (22 km) | |
| Frequency | 67 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £2.96 | |
| Train and bus operators | Campania Express, Trenitalia, Flixbus |
Frecciarossa and Trenitalia trains from Naples to Pompei
Frecciarossa
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains, capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi connection and 4 levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat). You can now also travel with Frecciarossa between Milan and Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The new Frecciarossa trains have 4 levels of service – Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room – and two types of carriage: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Frecciarossa, Regional trains and FrecciaLink classes from Naples to Pompei
Compare the different travel classes offered by Frecciarossa, Regional trains and FrecciaLink when travelling from Naples to Pompei.
Frecciarossa
Regional trains
FrecciaLink
Standard
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi, but at a cheaper price.
- Entertainment portal
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Welcome drink with sweet or salty snack
- Catering at your seat
- More legroom
- Foodbox + drink
- Quiet area
- Meeting room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
- Free magazines/newspapers
Premium
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and luggage space, as well as a welcome service offering a complimentary sweet or salty snack and drink. You can also order your meal via the EasyBistrò paid service available on board.
- Entertainment portal
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Welcome drink with sweet or salty snack
- Catering at your seat
- More legroom
- Foodbox + drink
- Quiet area
- Meeting room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
- Free magazines/newspapers
Business
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, EasyBistrò meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free foodbox containing a fresh product, a snack and a drink is also served to your seat.
- Entertainment portal
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Welcome drink with sweet or salty snack
- Catering at your seat
- More legroom
- Foodbox + drink
- Quiet area
- Meeting room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
- Free magazines/newspapers
Executive
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
- Entertainment portal
- Leather seats
- Free WiFi
- USB sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Welcome drink with sweet or salty snack
- Catering at your seat
- More legroom
- Foodbox + drink
- Quiet area
- Meeting room
- Open Bar
- Lounge access
- Free magazines/newspapers
Second Class
Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.
- Air-conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
Bus
Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfy buses.
- Luggage storage
- Free WiFi
Onboard services on Frecciarossa, Regional trains and FrecciaLink
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Naples to Pompei.
Frecciarossa
Regional trains
FrecciaLink
- You can take your bags on board Frecciarossa trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
- You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks.
- You can also order your favourite meal from the comfort of your seat – go to the entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.
- If you travel in Premium or Business Class, you’ll get a free snack and drink. If you travel in Executive Class, you’ll get a complimentary meal by the renowned TV chef Carlo Cracco.
- You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciarossa trains. Connect to their entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
- You can also use Portale FRECCE to get the latest updates on your journey, as well as book other services that will help you reach your destination.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (Frecciarossa’s standard fare).
- Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
- Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
- You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciarossa trains provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
- Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
- Small pets can travel on all Frecciarossa trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a half-price Standard ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle. You can’t travel with bigger dogs in Executive and Premium Class, in quiet carriages and in restaurant carriages.
- Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call: the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power sockets you can find at your seat.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.
- Children under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them.
- Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
- You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm.
- If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
- Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage with max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
- Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
- Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.
You can take your luggage on board free of charge.
Unfortunately, a restaurant service is not available on board.
Free WiFi is available on FrecciaLink services.
Children under 4 can travel for free on Freccialink.
There's no bike service on FrecciaLink.
Pets are allowed on board free of charge, provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage (max dimensions 70 x 30 x 50cm) and are on the owner’s lap. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on board without any restrictions.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Cheap train tickets from Naples to Pompei
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Naples to Pompei by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Naples to Pompei? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Naples to Pompei take?
The average journey time by train between Naples and Pompei is 39 minutes, with around 67 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Naples and Pompei by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Naples to Pompei is 29 minutes.
How much does the train from Naples to Pompei cost?
Train ticket prices from Naples to Pompei can start from as little as £2.96 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Naples to Pompei?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Naples to Pompei without having to change trains. There are 66 direct trains from Naples to Pompei each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
What time does the first train from Naples to Pompei leave?
The first train from Naples to Pompei leaves at 00:01. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Naples to Pompei leave?
The last train from Naples to Pompei leaves at 22:49. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Naples and Pompei by train?
Trains travelling from Naples to Pompei cover a distance of around 14 miles (22 km) during the journey.
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If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Pompei to Naples.
Tips and tricks from our Trainline team
We love helping our customers find inspiration for their next train journey. Discover some travel stories written based on our employees' experiences.
Travelling from Naples to Pompei on the Campania Express – June 2023
I was in Naples as part of a family trip around Italy, and whilst we were there Pompeii was a must-see. It was our last day of the trip and we wanted to make the most of our time, so we decided to travel on the Campania Express (also known as the tourist train) as it had the quickest journey time from Naples to Pompei, with less stops along the way than the usual Circumvesuviana or Trenitalia services. It did come with a higher price tag though - €25 for a round trip to Pompei and back.
Napoli Garibaldi station
We booked our tickets in advance the day before, so we had them ready to go when we arrived at Napoli Garibaldi station. There were clear signs throughout the station to the Campania Express platform, so it wasn’t difficult to find. When we arrived, we tried to go through the barriers but were told to wait at an area to the side where someone would take us down to the platform before the train departed to make sure we were on the right service. It got very busy as a lot of people were also travelling to Pompeii or Sorrento which was the train’s final destination.
When it was time to board the train, a member of staff directly us through the barriers, down to the platform and onto the train where our tickets were checked. On board, you can walk through the entire length of the train from start to finish, which was handy as we had seat reservations so we could walk through easily to find our seats.
On board the train
Inside. the train was quite basic but spacious, with plastic seats arranged in groups of four, two and sometimes single seats. A big bonus of this train was the air-conditioning which we were all very grateful for as it was 34 degrees that day!
It took just under 30 minutes to reach Pompeii, stopping just once along the way at Ercolano Scavi.
Arriving at Pompei Scavi station
When we arrived at Pompei Scavi (Villa dei Misteri) station, the platform was directly next to the exit, so it was easy to find our way out. There were lots of different tour companies selling guided tours of Pompei, but we already had our tickets so headed straight out onto the street. The entrance to Pompeii was just a 5-minute walk down the road – easy to find as everyone else on the train was heading that way, and the street was lined with restaurants and stalls selling souvenirs.
About Jorja
Jorja Whatmore, a Trainline employee, chose to share their experience of the journey between Naples and Pompei.