Positano travel guide

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You're Going to Love Positano

With a population of 2,334, Positano is a must-see destination in Campania, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Positano to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Positano

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Serra (Via Marconi n.127) and Remmese (Via G. Marconi) are great picks.

When to visit Positano

Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 722
1 night at 3-star hotel
Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
RM 722
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Positano

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Positano to Rome takes 1h 13m and costs around RM 102 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Settebagni, expect to pay about RM 133 for a 2h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of NOLEGGIARE and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, Itabus and MarinoBus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 140 miles and will cost you around RM 67. From Bari, the ticket costs about RM 124 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Positano to Rome takes 1h 13m and costs around RM 102 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Settebagni, expect to pay about RM 133 for a 2h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of NOLEGGIARE and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, Itabus and MarinoBus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 140 miles and will cost you around RM 67. From Bari, the ticket costs about RM 124 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Positano

Airlines serving Positano

Lufthansa
Good (7,166 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,346 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,833 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,789 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,640 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,905 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,504 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,189 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,663 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,862 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,537 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (811 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,302 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (370 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,302 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,893 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (890 reviews)
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Where to stay in Positano

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Sirenuse to great affordable options like the La Rosa Dei venti, Positano offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 1,380 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 2,264 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Palumbo and Pensione Maria Luisa.

Where to stay in popular areas of Positano

Most booked hotels in Positano

Le Sirenuse
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 3,414+
Hotel Poseidon
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,885+
Covo Dei Saraceni
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 2,147+
Hotel Conca d'Oro
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,009+
Hotel Posa Posa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 787+
Hotel Royal Positano
4 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
RM 600+

Hiring a car in Positano

Expect to pay RM 8.54 per litre in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 102.43 and RM 136.57.

Expect to pay RM 8.54 per litre in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 102.43 and RM 136.57.