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Museo archeologico nazionale di Paestum
The main archaeological museum displays finds from Paestum, including painted tomb slabs and artefacts from the ancient city.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Paestum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 42 nautical miles (79 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Paestum:
A train is £0.92 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Naples to Paestum costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Paestum take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
Ferry takes on average 2h 0m.
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Take a ferry from Naples to Paestum and enjoy the approximately 42 nautical miles (79 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest ferry runs at 08:25, the last at 17:10.
Distance 42 nautical miles (79 km) |
First ferry 8:25 |
Last ferry 17:10 |
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The main archaeological museum displays finds from Paestum, including painted tomb slabs and artefacts from the ancient city.
A small museum on the sanctuary at the Sele mouth, with temple decoration and votive material linked to Hera worship.
This museum inside the nearby charterhouse presents local archaeological material in a quieter setting outside Paestum’s main park.
The archaeological park brings together temples, roads, walls and open landscapes, making it the essential walking area in Paestum.
This long ancient street cuts through the city and is ideal for understanding the urban layout while walking among ruins.
A scenic coastal stretch near Paestum, popular for walks with sea views and easy access to the beach and pine woods.
Creamy fresh mozzarella made from buffalo milk in the Paestum plain. It is the area’s signature product and best eaten the day it is made.
Fresh buffalo-milk ricotta, delicate and lightly sweet. A traditional local dairy speciality from the Sele plain around Paestum.
Simple Campanian pizza topped with tomato, mozzarella and basil. In Paestum it often features local buffalo mozzarella for extra richness.
Well-known dining room inside Savoy Beach Hotel, focused on local seafood, buffalo-milk products and refined Campanian cooking.
Popular mozzarella farm shop and eatery for ultra-fresh buffalo mozzarella, ricotta and simple local dishes in a rural setting.
Established seafood restaurant near the archaeological area, known for grilled fish, shellfish and a polished but relaxed setting.
Moderate for southern Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels rise in summer, and local trains and buses are fairly cheap for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for very good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Paestum by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paestum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Naples to Paestum ferries use the Port of Sorrento to Salerno Molo Concordia port pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Paestum ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Naples Beverello has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km), Gran Caffè Gambrinus (0.5km), La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Naples Beverello.
Available at Naples Beverello: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Naples Beverello.
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