- 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 23 Oct
£2
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£3
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
10 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
24 m
Buses on 23 Oct
5
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vico Equense to Ercolano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vico Equense to Ercolano will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 5 buses from Vico Equense to Ercolano, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 m 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.










Take a bus from Vico Equense to Ercolano and enjoy the approximately 17 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 23:15.
Distance 17 km |
First bus 0:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Vico Equense to Ercolano.
The table below shows live departures for Vico Equense to Ercolano coaches for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:00 Vico Equense | 0h30 | 8:30 Ercolano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:20 Vico Equense | 0h30 | 8:50 Ercolano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Vico Equense | 0h30 | 9:30 Ercolano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Vico Equense | 0h20 | 20:20 Ercolano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 23 October | |||||
![]() | 6:20 Vico Equense | 0h10 | 6:30 Ercolano | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
The most popular day trips by bus from Ercolano are Naples, Sorrento, Pompei, Salerno and Amalfi. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Ercolano on Omio.

Naples is a lively city on the Bay of Naples, known for pizza, faded grandeur and the presence of Vesuvius. Its historic centre is dense and energetic, where churches, street life and sea views sit close together.
The earliest coach runs at 01:13, the last at 23:37.

Sorrento is a clifftop town on the Bay of Naples known for lemon groves, sea views and a smart historic centre. Its elegant squares and old fishing quarter give it a relaxed character shaped by long ties to the Amalfi Coast and Capri.

Pompei is best known for the ruins of ancient Pompeii, preserved by the AD 79 eruption of Vesuvius. The modern town also has a strong religious character, centred on the Pontifical Shrine of the Blessed Virgin of the Rosary.
The earliest coach runs at 01:37, the last at 01:37.

Salerno is a coastal city known for its broad seafront, medieval centre and the Duomo di Salerno. It feels more lived-in than polished, mixing everyday southern Italian life with a strong historical character.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 45m.

Amalfi is a small seaside town on the Costiera Amalfitana, known for its dramatic setting and the Duomo di Amalfi. Its narrow lanes, steep stairways and maritime past give it a lively yet compact character.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vico Equense 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.

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