Getting There & Practical Tips
Everything you need to know for your trip to the Cilento
By plane
Nearest airports: Naples Capodichino (NAP, approx. 100 km) and Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR, approx. 60 km). From Naples by train to Salerno, then on to the Cilento.
By train
Trenitalia connects Naples and Salerno with Agropoli-Castellabate. From there continue by bus or rental car. High-speed trains from Rome to Salerno in approx. 2.5 hours.
TrenitaliaBy car
The car is the most flexible option and allows you to explore even remote villages. Coming from the north: Autostrada A3 (Salerno–Reggio Calabria), exit Battipaglia or Petina.
Practical tips
Rental car recommended – many places are only accessible by car
Bring cash – not all restaurants and shops accept cards
Best travel time: May–June and September–October
Book accommodation early – especially in August
A few words of Italian help – English is rarely spoken
Respect siesta: many shops close 1–4 pm
Distances & Travel Times
| Von / From | → Castellabate | → Palinuro | Auto / Car |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napoli / Naples | ~1h 30min | ~2h 30min | A3 → Battipaglia |
| Salerno | ~45min | ~1h 45min | SS18 |
| Roma / Rome | ~3h 30min | ~4h 30min | A1 → A3 |
| Milano / Milan | ~7h | ~8h | A1 → A3 |