- Must visit
Museo Nazionale Ferroviario di Pietrarsa
Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and royal trains. A rewarding stop for transport and industrial history fans.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
52 m
Buses on 07 Sept
12
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salerno to Ercolano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Ercolano will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 12 buses from Salerno to Ercolano, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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3506Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Ercolano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 37 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salerno to Ercolano:
A train is £0.92 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salerno to Ercolano costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Ercolano take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 27m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £4. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Ercolano coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:30 Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0h40 | 23:10 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
4182 | 5:40 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 6:40 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
2726 | 9:30 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 10:30 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
304 | 10:50 Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0h50 | 11:40 Napoli, Metropark Staz.FS Terminalbus | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0h55 | 12:35 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
321 | 12:35 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 13:35 Napoli, Metropark Staz.FS Terminalbus | 0 changesdirect | |
1202 | 14:05 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h25 | 15:30 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0h45 | 16:15 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
3898 | 17:25 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 18:25 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
054 | 18:55 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h10 | 20:05 Napoli, Metropark Staz.FS Terminalbus | 0 changesdirect | |
3506 | 19:05 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 20:05 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Salerno, Piazza Montpellier/ Viale Antonio Gramsci | 0h50 | 21:20 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
2418 | 20:45 Salerno, Piazza della Concordia | 1h00 | 21:45 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Salerno to Ercolano run on average 59 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 37 km |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Buses per day 59 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Discover the best of Ercolano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ercolano trip today.
Railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages and royal trains. A rewarding stop for transport and industrial history fans.
Site museum displaying finds from ancient Herculaneum, with artefacts that add context to a visit around the excavations.
Small virtual museum using multimedia to reconstruct daily life in ancient Herculaneum before and after the eruption.
Panoramic area on the volcano above town, valued for crater walks and sweeping views over the Bay of Naples.
Historic coastal route lined with eighteenth-century villas. Ideal for a walk to appreciate Ercolano’s elegant urban heritage.
Green urban park near the sea with mature trees, pathways and open space for a quiet break from the archaeological crowds.
Biscotti flavoured with toasted almonds and black pepper, a classic sweet from the Vesuvian area traditionally linked to festive baking.
Sweet rum-soaked sponge cake filled with ricotta and candied fruit, created in nearby Naples and widely loved around Ercolano.
Small shell-shaped cakes from the Naples area made with semolina and ricotta, prized for their crisp layers and citrus aroma.
Refined seafood-focused restaurant in Ercolano with elegant interiors and polished Campanian cooking suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional pizzeria and restaurant near the archaeological area, known for Neapolitan pizza, local classics and a lively casual setting.
Well-known local restaurant serving seafood, pasta and regional dishes in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for Campania. Dining and local trains are reasonable, while hotels near Pompeii and Naples can raise overall trip costs in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno to Ercolano by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ercolano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salerno to Ercolano buses use the Salerno, Piazza della Concordia to Napoli, Autostazione Metropark station pair. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Ercolano bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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