If you are vacationing in Italy, you cannot combine your trip with a trip to Naples. This famous city, located on the Mediterranean coast, is considered one of the most significant historical sites in the country. You can get from one city to another using the services of Italian carriers offering different options for transportation.
Palermo to Naples by plane
Aircraft flight, for objective reasons, is the best and most convenient way to travel to Naples. The only negative is the rather expensive tickets. However, this nuance pays off due to the minimum travel time (45 minutes-1 hour 10 minutes). Average ticket prices range from 30 to 80 euros, depending on the type of aircraft and the conditions of the carrier.
You can save money on buying tickets and you need to do it 2-3 weeks before the flight. To do this, you should:
- Carefully review all offers of airlines on specialized sites;
- Search for the best ticket prices on a daily basis;
- Choose a season when the flow of tourists in Italy decreases;
- Book a ticket in advance by making a prepayment.
The first flight from Palermo airport departs at 7.00 and lands in Naples in an hour. The rest of the liners run at 12.00, 8.15, 19.30 and 21.00, that is, you have an excellent opportunity to get to Naples at almost any time of the day.
Palermo to Naples by train
Thanks to the excellent rail links in Italy, you can reach Palermo by train. Six trains leave daily from Palermo main station and eventually arrive in Naples. The earliest train leaves at 6.10 am local time, and the last one starts at 9.10 pm.
The duration of the trip can be different: from 9 to 14 hours. Intercity trains make 3 changes on the way, lasting from 10 to 15 minutes. Other carriers offer routes with minimal stops.
It should be noted that the carriages have optimal conditions for passengers. Firstly, there are several classes of cars that you choose based on your individual preferences. Secondly, each carriage is equipped with clean toilets, eating areas, lying and sitting places.
Palermo to Naples by bus
Bus travel is also considered to be a fairly popular way to travel between these two settlements. Comfortable buses of the Sais Salemi company run twice a day. The time of the first flight is at 17.30, the second at 21.30. You will spend about 12 hours on the trip, after which you will arrive at the central bus station of Naples. From here you can get anywhere in the city by land transport or taxi.
Most of the buses are double-decker and equipped in accordance with international standards to ensure the safety of passengers. Toilet, soft reclining chairs, Wi-Fi, tables for each passenger, TV - all this can be found on the intercity buses from Palermo to Naples.
If you have chosen the option with a bus, then keep in mind that your journey will last 12-14 hours. Tickets are purchased on websites, directly at the bus station ticket offices or in special machines located in different parts of the city.
From Palermo to Naples by ferry
Those who love sea travel and endure them calmly should try this type of trip as a ferry crossing. In this case, you will have a good chance to save on distance and spend one day less on the road.
Ferry services are operated by several carriers, among which Tirrenia is especially popular. Tickets can be bought at the pier at the box office and online. Ferries are large in size and can accommodate more than 350 passengers at a time. Departing from Palermo's central marina, you will be in Naples in 10 hours. Ticket prices start at 28 euros. Carriers regularly organize promotions and sales, which allow you to save good money on two-way tickets.
The advantage of traveling by ferry is the fact that you can take with you not only luggage, but also carry a car or animals. Of course, there is an additional charge for such a service. Tourists use this opportunity as an added bonus.
Palermo to Naples by car
Car enthusiasts often want to try their hand at covering a distance of 700 kilometers by car. For this, Italy has created all the conditions conducive to quick and convenient movement around the country. Before such a trip, it is better to think over the route in detail and carefully prepare.
The first thing you need to do is rent a car. There are a large number of rental companies in Italy offering cars of different types and on different conditions. To rent, it is enough to fill out an application on the website and the employees of the companies will select the appropriate option.
It should be borne in mind that car rental in Italy requires compliance with certain rules. Among them:
- At the time of renting a car, you must be at least 21 years old;
- It is important to have an international driver's license;
- The car is issued with a full tank of gasoline and returned in the same form;
- The rental price depends on the class of the car and the period;
- You can take a car in Palermo and return it in Naples;
- Most of the trails in Italy are toll;
- Serious fines await you in the event of a traffic violation.
There are two ways to get to Naples. The easiest one is to take the E 90 motorway and head towards Messina. Next, you and your car take the ferry to Naples and continue along the A3 or E45 highway.
There is also the option to immediately purchase a ferry ticket from Palermo to Salermo and cross over to the mainland. Once in Salermo, you should drive to Naples by car. Note that along the autobahns you will find gas stations and local cafes. In parallel with the trip, you will have the opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscapes.
