How to get from Positano to Rome
- 217 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
4h 25m
1 transfer
Ferry + Bus
€38
Cheapest
5h 45m
3 transfers
Bus
€23
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Positano to Rome. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 45m by bus, 3 transfers. The two cities are about 217 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
217 km
Positano to Rome: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Positano → SorrentobusSITA Sud·50m
- 2Sorrento → Naples AirportbusAirport shuttle bus·55m
- 3Naples Airport → CasertabusLocal bus·45m
- 4Caserta → Rome Tiburtinabus
FlixBus·2h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusCaserta-Rome Tiburtina, Naples-RomaBook →Lucibello / Alicost / NLGPositano-NaplesBook →On this route you travel with SITA Sud, Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus, Lucibello / Alicost / NLG; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Positano to Rome works
Start with a SITA Sud bus from Positano to Sorrento, about 50 min. Transfer in Sorrento and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Naples (55 min). Transfer in Naples and continue by Local bus bus on to Caserta (45 min). Transfer in Caserta and continue by FlixBus bus on to Rome Tiburtina (2h 15m). In total it's roughly €23 over 5h 45m, 3 transfers.
Positano to Rome: common questions
How long does it take to get from Positano to Rome?
The most useful route takes about 5h 45m by bus, 3 transfers.
Is there a bus from Positano to Rome?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Rome from Positano?
About 217 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Positano to Rome cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €23. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Positano to Rome?
On this route you travel with SITA Sud, Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus, Lucibello / Alicost / NLG.
Can you get from Positano to Rome without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Positano to Rome?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: SITA Sud, Airport shuttle bus, Local bus, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026