- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
Major archaeological museum with mosaics, frescoes and objects from Pompeii, Herculaneum and the ancient Mediterranean.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ercolano to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 10 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Ercolano to Naples:
A coach is £0.22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ercolano to Naples costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Coach takes on average 29m.
The journey is about 14m faster (13m by train vs 27m by car) and roughly £1 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £4). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Campania Express, Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l., Regionale, Campania Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Ercolano to Naples run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:22, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 12m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 8:22 |
Last train 20:22 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Major archaeological museum with mosaics, frescoes and objects from Pompeii, Herculaneum and the ancient Mediterranean.
Important art museum in a former palace, displaying works by Caravaggio, Titian and Neapolitan masters in elegant historic rooms.
Contemporary art museum in a restored palazzo, known for modern installations and a rooftop terrace in the historic centre.
Vast ceremonial square framed by colonnades and major buildings, ideal for views, people-watching and easy central access.
Lively historic street cutting through the old centre, lined with churches, workshops and layers of everyday Neapolitan life.
Scenic waterfront promenade between the port and Mergellina, popular for walks, sea views and looking back at Vesuvius.
Classic Neapolitan pizza with a soft, blistered crust, San Marzano tomato and mozzarella. It is Naples’s signature dish and a UNESCO-recognised tradition.
Pasta with potatoes and melted provola, cooked until creamy. A beloved Neapolitan comfort dish from home kitchens and traditional trattorie.
Short pasta with beans, often cooked to a thick, hearty texture. It is a staple of Neapolitan cucina povera and everyday local eating.
Classic Naples dining room famous for pasta, seafood and refined local recipes, with old-school service and a central location.
Historic pizzeria known for traditional Pizza Napoletana in a lively, no-frills setting near the old centre.
Well-known seafront restaurant for seafood pasta, fried fish and classic Campanian dishes in an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: pizza and espresso are cheap, but central hotels and peak-season stays cost more. Public transport is generally affordable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares; cafés do not require tips.
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Naples Centrale -> Piazza Municipio, Naples
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ercolano to Naples by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ercolano to Naples trains use the Ercolano Scavi to Napoli Piazza Garibaldi station pair, with some services arriving at Napoli Porta Nolana. Use this guide to compare Ercolano and Naples train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ercolano Scavi has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ercolano Scavi: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Cantina dei Mille, Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include UNAHOTELS Napoli, Starhotels Terminus, Hotel Ideal.
Napoli Porta Nolana has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Porta Nolana: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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