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Naples airport to city centre: trains, buses, taxis and costs
Take the Alibus coach from Naples Capodichino (NAP) to Napoli Centrale or Piazza Municipio: about 20–30 minutes, €5 on board, running from early morning to late evening. A taxi is roughly €20–25 to the centre on the fixed fare. There is no train from the airport itself; the metro and Circumvesuviana start at Garibaldi, next to Napoli Centrale.
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Key facts
- Airport
- Naples Capodichino (NAP), about 6 km north-east of the centre
- Best default
- Alibus coach to Napoli Centrale or Piazza Municipio, €5, about 20–30 min
- Taxi fixed farecheck
- About €20–25 to the centre (2026 estimate; confirm the posted tariff at the rank)
- Train from the airport
- None; the metro and Circumvesuviana leave from Garibaldi, beside Napoli Centrale
- Bus frequency
- Roughly every 15–30 min through the day; less at night
- Ticket on board
- Buy from the driver or at the airport; validate before or on boarding
- Journey to Pompeii
- Circumvesuviana from Napoli Garibaldi, about 35 min
Quick answer
The airport sits close to the city, so the transfer is short and cheap. The Alibus coach is the default for most travellers: it drops you at Piazza Garibaldi, beside Napoli Centrale station, or continues to Piazza Municipio near the port and the old centre. Buy the ticket on board or at the airport, validate it, and you are done in about half an hour.
A taxi makes sense with luggage, at night, or if you are heading to a hotel uphill in Vomero or towards Mergellina rather than the station area. Agree the fixed fare before you get in and check the posted tariff board at the rank.
There is no rail link from the terminal. If your plan is Pompeii, Herculaneum, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast, you first take the Alibus (or a taxi) to Napoli Centrale, then pick up the Circumvesuviana or a ferry from the port.
Options at a glance
Prices are 2026 estimates for one person, one way, unless stated. Times are door-to-door for the centre and vary with traffic, which is heavy on weekday mornings and evenings.
- Alibus: airport → Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) → Piazza Municipio, roughly 06:00–23:30 (check)
- Taxi ranks are outside arrivals; use only licensed white taxis with a meter or the posted fixed fare
- Night arrivals: check the last Alibus departure and keep a taxi or transfer as a fallback
| Option | Cost | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alibus coach | €5 | 20–30 min | Most travellers; stops at Napoli Centrale and Piazza Municipio |
| Taxi (fixed fare) | €20–25 (check) | 15–30 min | Luggage, groups, late arrivals, hotels away from the station |
| Pre-booked private transfer | €35–60 (check) | 15–30 min | Fixed price, meet-and-greet, families |
| Metro or Circumvesuviana | €1.30–2 plus the airport bus | 30–45 min | Only if you already need the Alibus to reach Garibaldi |
| Walk | Free | About 1 h 15 | Not recommended with bags; the road is busy and poorly lit in parts |
Fares and timetables change; confirm at the airport or with the operator before you travel (check).
The details
The Alibus is an express coach with limited stops, run for the airport and city. It leaves from outside the arrivals hall and takes about 20 minutes to Piazza Garibaldi, a little longer to Piazza Municipio when traffic builds. Tickets are sold on board and at the airport; keep the ticket until you get off, because inspectors do board. Buses run through the day and into the evening, with a gap overnight (check the current timetable).
Taxis from Capodichino operate on fixed fares to defined zones, including the centre, the port and the station area. The fare is posted at the rank and inside the car; if a driver quotes more, walk to the next car or ask for the tariff sheet. Expect roughly €20–25 to the centre, plus a small supplement for luggage or a night call in some tariffs (check). Ride-hailing is limited in Naples; the licensed taxi and the coach are the reliable options.
If you are connecting onward, Napoli Centrale is the hub: high-speed trains north to Rome in about 1 h 10, and the Circumvesuviana from the adjacent Napoli Garibaldi station for Pompeii (about 35 min) and Sorrento. Ferries to Capri, Ischia and the Amalfi Coast leave from Molo Beverello, a short walk or one metro stop from Municipio. Allow extra time in the morning peak if you are catching a train or a ferry.
For hotels in the historic centre, Chiaia or the port, Piazza Municipio is often the better Alibus stop. For Vomero, Posillipo or the airport-side business hotels, a taxi is simpler. If you arrive after midnight, plan a taxi or a pre-booked transfer rather than relying on the coach.
What it costs
The coach is the cheapest fixed option at €5. A taxi to the centre is roughly four to five times that, and a private transfer more again. Everything below is a 2026 estimate for one person unless noted; check current fares before you travel.
| Item | 2026 estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alibus ticket | €5 | On board or at the airport; one piece of luggage included (check) |
| Taxi, airport to centre | €20–25 | Fixed fare zone; supplements may apply (check) |
| Taxi, airport to Vomero or Mergellina | €25–35 | Longer run; agree before departure (check) |
| Private transfer | €35–60 | Per car, not per person; book ahead (check) |
| Metro or Circumvesuviana single | €1.30–2 | From Garibaldi, after the coach |
| Left-luggage at Napoli Centrale | €6–10 per bag per day | Useful for a Pompeii stopover (check) |
Tipping is not expected; round up to the next euro for a taxi.
Tips
- Validate paper tickets before boarding or at the machine; unvalidated tickets can mean a fine.
- Keep small change and a contactless card for the ticket machine at Garibaldi.
- The Circumvesuviana is crowded and a known spot for pickpockets; keep bags in front of you.
- If you are heading straight to Pompeii or Sorrento, buy the Circumvesuviana ticket at Garibaldi rather than at the airport.
- Download an offline map and your accommodation address in Italian before landing.
- A local eSIM avoids roaming charges if you need maps or a ride on arrival.
FAQ
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Questions people ask
How do I get from Naples airport to the city centre?
Take the Alibus coach from outside arrivals to Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) or Piazza Municipio: about 20–30 minutes and €5, running from early morning to late evening. A taxi on the fixed fare is roughly €20–25 and quicker with luggage.
How much is a taxi from Naples airport?
About €20–25 to the city centre on the fixed fare zone, with possible supplements for luggage or night hours. The tariff is posted at the rank and in the car; confirm before you set off (2026 estimate, check).
Is there a train from Naples airport?
No. The terminal has no rail link. You take the Alibus coach or a taxi to Napoli Centrale, where the metro and the Circumvesuviana (for Pompeii and Sorrento) leave from the adjacent Garibaldi station.
How long does the airport transfer take?
The coach takes about 20 minutes to Piazza Garibaldi and 25–30 minutes to Piazza Municipio. A taxi is 15–30 minutes depending on traffic, which is heaviest on weekday mornings and evenings.
What is the cheapest way into Naples?
The Alibus at €5 is the cheapest fixed option. Walking is free but takes over an hour on busy roads and is not practical with luggage.
Does the Alibus run at night?
Services run from early morning to late evening, with a gap overnight. If you land after the last departure, take a taxi or a pre-booked transfer (check the current timetable).
Deep dive
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Sources
- officialNaples Capodichino Airport (GESAC)
- officialANM – Alibus airport service
- officialTrenitalia
- officialEnte Autonomo Volturno (Circumvesuviana)
- officialComune di Napoli – taxi fares
- secondaryWikivoyage – Naples