What is the easiest way to get from Naples to Pompeii?

What is the easiest way to 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.

Can you do a day trip from Naples to Pompeii?

1. Day Trip to Pompeii Ruins & Mt. Vesuvius from Naples. Bus tours often visit Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii separately, but this tour allows you to visit both in one day.

Should I buy Pompeii tickets 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.

What is the best station to get to Pompeii?

The train station that serves the ruins is also one of the stations that serves the city, and it's called Pompeii Scavi-Villa dei Misteri. The Pompeii station is on the Circumvesuviana line that runs from Naples to Sorrento, and it's a very short walk from the station to the entrance of the Pompeii site.

What do I need to know before going to Pompeii?

Should I tour Pompeii or on my own?

If you want to get the whole Pompeii experience and learn everything that makes this ruin so entrancing, a guided tour is the ultimate way to go.

How close is train station to Pompeii?

The Pompei Scavi Villa Dei Misteri is the closest train station to Pompeii which runs trains from Naples and Sorrento. Other nearby stations are about a five minute drive or shorter.

Are there 2 train stations in Pompeii?

There are two train stations in Pompeii: Pompei station, which is served by Trenitalia's regional trains. Pompei Scavi-Villa dei Misteri, which is served by the Circumvesuviana commuter train.

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 go to Pompeii without a tour?

If organized tours are not your thing, you should know that Pompeii is accessible to visitors traveling on their own. Just follow these tips so that your visit goes smoothly and you don't have to leave too many things to improvisation.

What is the best day of the week to go to Pompeii?

Weekday vs Weekend Weekends tend to be quite crowded. So, we suggest you visit Pompeii during weekdays. This will allow you the chance to explore Pompeii peacefully.

Should I go to Pompeii or Vesuvius first?

We both strongly recommend doing Pompeii before Vesuvius for several reasons, but it is absolutely possible to do them the other way round; just follow these steps in reverse and keep a keen eye on timetables.