How do I get from Sorrento to Amalfi and Positano?


How do I get from Sorrento to Amalfi and Positano? Public ferries run along the coast from the beginning of April through October, which leave from the port of Sorrento and stop at Positano and Amalfi. The ferry is a great way to tour the coast by sea, and enjoy the gorgeous views of the coastline while avoiding the hairpin curves of the coastal road.


Is driving in Amalfi difficult?

Some people call it one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Others describe it as a white-knuckle drive or one of the most dangerous drives in the world. The reality is that driving the Amalfi Coast is frustrating, a bit stressful, and not all it is cracked up to be.


Is it better to stay on Amalfi Coast or Sorrento?

Our verdict: The Sorrento Coast is the perfect place for a less overcrowded experience of the Italian South. You'll experience small villages all by yourself and can watch the sunset from the balcony of your hotel (that probably also costs you less then the hotels at the Amalfi Coast).


What is the easiest way to get to the Amalfi Coast?

The main transportation hubs for the Amalfi Coast are Naples, Sorrento, and Salerno. The principal forms of public transportation serving the Amalfi Coast are Sita buses and, in the summer, ferries. For those traveling from the North, the first town you will reach on the Amalfi Coast is Positano.


Can I do Amalfi and Positano in one day?

With a bit of planning and some insider tips, however, you can fit in a visit to Positano and Amalfi in a single day if you have limited time on the coast, taking in the top sights in just hours between sightseeing and downtime.


How many hours do you need in Amalfi?

To get the full Amalfi Coast experience and discover all the best things to do in Amalfi Coast, you should plan to spend 3 days there at the very least. In 3 days, you'll have time to explore the beautiful towns of Vietri sul Mari, Amalfi, Atrani, Ravello, and Positano.


Can you get around Positano without a car?

You can book private transfers directly on the Positano Toursim Board website. You can also reach the Amalfi coast without a car. Sita buses go to all the towns of Amalfi via two routes: Sorrento – Positano – Amalfi and Amalfi – Salerno.


Should I spend more time in Positano or Amalfi?

Positano has a greater selection of shops and restaurants. They also have far better beaches. For art galleries and historic attractions, Amalfi has the lead here with the Duomo, the Carta (Paper) Museum, the Maritime Arsenal Museum, and more.


Can you go to the Amalfi Coast without a car?

Yes, you can explore the Amalfi Coast without a car. This guide will take you through your public transport options for getting to the coast and traveling around once you're there. This guide can also be a useful jumping-off point for trip planning in the Sorrento area and Capri.


Can you do a day trip from Sorrento to Amalfi?

Tours from Sorrento to the Amalfi Coast depart daily by minibus. From Sorrento, the tour drives along the scenic highway 163 and includes stops in Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. Stops in each town last about an hour, and a sandwich and beverage for lunch are included.


What is the prettiest part of the Amalfi Coast?

The most beautiful stretch of the trip is the part that goes from Positano, the pearl of the Coast, to Amalfi, with an inevitable stop in Ravello, at the top of the rocky point jutting out of the sea.