How do you get from Naples to Pompeii?


How do you get from Naples to Pompeii? The fastest and easiest way to reach Pompeii from Naples is the Circumvesuviana train the runs between the Napoli Piazza Garibaldi train station and the Pompei Villa dei Misteri stop in about 30 minutes. Don't expect top-tier service, as the trains are often old, run late, and don't have air conditioning.


What time of day is best for Pompeii?

A. The best time to visit Pompeii is in the morning hours to avoid crowds.


Is it better to visit Pompeii in the morning or afternoon?

A. The best time to visit Pompeii is in the morning hours to avoid crowds.


Can I buy Pompeii tickets at the gate?

Can You Buy Pompeii Tickets on the Day? Yes, tickets can be bought at certain gates of the Pompeii ruins. Porta Marina, Piazza Esedra, and Piazza Anfiteatro are the entrances where you can purchase tickets.


Is there a direct train from Naples to Pompeii?

Yes, there is a direct train from Naples to Pompei. We usually find around 72 direct trains on the route from Naples to Pompei every weekday. There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around 65 departures.


Can you just turn up to Pompeii?

To maintain the city as good as possible and continue to offer travellers the chance to explore Pompeii, you do need tickets to gain admission.


Are there toilets at Pompeii?

There are 4 accessible toilets at Pompeii, Porta Marina Inferiore, Piazza Anfiteatro, Porta Marina Superiore, and the Villa Imperiale.


Should I buy tickets to Pompeii in advance?

We recommend purchasing tickets in advance to speed up entry to the Archaeological Park. Those who buy in advance will receive their ticket in PDF format, that can be printed out or shown on their smart phone, and they can go directly to the turnstiles at the entrance to the Archaeological Park.


Can you do Pompeii without a tour?

Short answer: no, you don't. You can easily explore Pompeii on your own with the maps provided at the ticket office and with your phone. And there are plenty of signs around the site that tell you about the city. Plus, when you see a group following a tour guide, you realise you really don't want to be part of that.


What should you not miss in Pompeii?

Find out if a Pompeii day trip from Rome is worth it.
  • The Amphitheater. This is the oldest known amphitheater in Ancient Rome, which makes it one of the top things to see in Pompeii. ...
  • The Forum of Pompeii. ...
  • Pompeii's Forum Baths. ...
  • Pompeii's Brothel. ...
  • The Palaestra. ...
  • The Large Theater. ...
  • Gladiator Barracks. ...
  • The Preserved Plaster Casts.