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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Paestum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Paestum will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 17 trains from Naples to Paestum, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
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Trains from Naples to Paestum run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Naples to Paestum.
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Paestum trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 5969 | 5:40 Naples Centrale | 1h28 | 7:08 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5577 | 6:50 Naples Centrale | 1h15 | 8:05 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5211 | 7:35 Naples Centrale | 1h21 | 8:56 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5215 | 7:50 Naples Centrale | 1h18 | 9:08 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5581 · Regionale 5202 · PAESTUM LINK PAR15 | 8:50 Naples Centrale | 4h15 | 13:05 Paestum | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5581 | 8:50 Naples Centrale | 1h12 | 10:02 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 551 | 11:45 Naples Centrale | 1h01 | 12:46 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5655 | 11:50 Naples Centrale | 1h22 | 13:12 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5583 | 12:50 Naples Centrale | 1h14 | 14:04 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5233 | 13:50 Naples Centrale | 1h14 | 15:04 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 553 | 14:45 Naples Centrale | 1h04 | 15:49 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5584 | 16:31 Naples Centrale | 1h19 | 17:50 Paestum station | 1 change | |
Intercity 555+ Regionale 5228 | 16:45 Naples Centrale | 1h39 | 18:24 Paestum station | 1 change | |
Regionale 5337 | 17:15 Naples Centrale | 1h36 | 18:51 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5245 | 18:05 Naples Centrale | 1h22 | 19:27 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5585 · Regionale 5208 | 19:14 Naples Centrale | 2h17 | 21:31 Paestum station | 1 change | |
Regionale 5247 | 20:25 Naples Centrale | 1h16 | 21:41 Paestum station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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Stazione di Paestum -> Parco Archeologico di Paestum
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Most Naples to Paestum trains use the Napoli Centrale to Paestum station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Paestum train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
Napoli San Giovanni-Barra is 4 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli San Giovanni-Barra has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small cafe is available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra. ATMs are available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra.
Available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli San Giovanni-Barra: Limited access for wheelchairs.
Napoli P.za Cavour is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli P.za Cavour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pizzeria Starita, Trattoria da Nennella
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli P.za Cavour. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Napoli P.za Cavour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli P.za Cavour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli P.za Cavour: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Napoli, Hotel Metro.
Paestum is 1 km from Paestum city centre. Public transport options include:
Paestum has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Barlotti, Ristorante Nettuno
Ticket office support is available at Paestum.
Available at Paestum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paestum: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paestum.
Nearby hotels include Mec Paestum Hotel, Hotel Esplanade, Hotel Cerere.
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