Private car transfer from Salerno to Amalfi

While Amalfi is the largest town on the Amalfi Coast, the smaller villages shouldn’t be missed! Learn the secrets to Italian wine at the Bosco de' Medici Winery or stroll the gardens and villas of Ravello, all without having to wait for a bus.

It takes a steady hand and concentration to not get distracted by the stunning views of the sea and scenes of village life, so hire one of Daytrip’s local private drivers for the best and safest experience. Welcome to Amalfi!

A maritime marvel

Amalfi was the capital of a powerful republic with trading partnerships in the Arab world and the Byzantine Empire. The ports of the Duchy of Amalfi, or the Amalfi Republic, saw ships from all over the world. Sailors and merchants came to sell their goods and buy Amalfi’s ships, textiles, and paper.

The impact of the Amalfi Republic on modern maritime travel cannot be understated. The international maritime laws of today are based on the “Amalfi Laws”, a set of rules put in place by the Amalfi Republic. At the time, these laws were the international standard and adopted by domestic and foreign ships alike. Amalfitan sailors have also been credited for improving on the original Chinese design of the compass to make the more portable box compass.

Amalfi’s burial at sea

The declining Amalfi Republic met its end in 1343. An earthquake in the Tyrrhenian Sea sent shock waves through the water, culminating in a tsunami that wiped Amalfi off of the map. It swept entire families out to sea and destroyed the ports, boats, and buildings along the coast. The Amalfi population never recovered and the survivors joined the surrounding communities.

The Amalfi of today

For the next several hundred years, Amalfi focused its industries on agriculture, paper production, and catering to Italian vacationers. In the mid-20th century, it was launched into the spotlight for international travel. Once just a local secret, today the Amalfi Coast is a sunny vacation destination for Italians and foreigners alike.

Inform your accommodation of your arrival time

If you are spending the night in Amalfi, keep your hotel or apartment informed of your arrival time. Many accommodations are small, family-run businesses and don’t have 24/7 staff on site. Giving them a heads-up ensures a smooth check-in process, and they may even have the room prepared early!

Pack for the activities you have planned

If you are going from Salerno to Amalfi just for the day, check the weather and the activities you have planned so you have everything you need. It may be harder to buy forgotten necessities in Amalfi because it is much smaller than Salerno.

For hiking the Path of the Gods, you’ll need sturdy hiking shoes, appropriate clothing for the weather, sun protection, and water. This is not a flip-flop-friendly trail!

Salerno to Amalfi with a private driver

We don’t recommend renting a car for your vacation, as driving on roads originally designed for carts and donkeys is challenging if you aren’t used to it. It also limits where you can book your accommodation. Free parking is not the standard for Italian hotels, and finding safe, affordable parking is tricky in small towns. Plus, the Amalfi Coast now has restrictions on when rental cars can enter!

When you hire a private driver from Daytrip, you and your family will have a local, professional driver behind the wheel. They navigate Amalfi’s winding roads daily and know the local driving laws and customs. We ensure our vehicles have modern safety features and are insured.

Your private driver will meet you at your address in Salerno and can take you straight to Amalfi, or to sightseeing stops along the way that enhance your Italian experience. Daytrip's door-to-door service takes the guesswork out of finding your hotel, deciphering public transit, and getting a SIM to call a local taxi.

Daytrip elevates your transfer into the highlight of your vacation. Our online configurator makes it quick and easy to plan an exciting itinerary between Salerno and Amalfi. Find top-rated excursions, suggested stop times, and flexible options that fit your unique scheduling needs.

With Daytrip behind the wheel, visits to Pompeii, Positano, and Ravello are just a click away. This route starts at $29 per passenger, so book your transfer today!

Salerno to Amalfi by ferry

Salerno is a major center for private boats, water taxis, and ferry transportation. Dozens of boats dock at its port every day and hundreds of passengers use ferries to travel along the coast.

A ferry ride from Salerno to Amalfi is easy to find, with more than 20 departures per day. Prices are between $14 and $20 per person. There are multiple companies to choose from and tickets can be bought right at the harbor. If you’re traveling on a stormy day, keep in mind that during inclement weather ferries may be delayed.

The ferry journey takes 25 to 45 minutes, but for total travel time and price, you will need to account for the taxi rides to and from the harbors. Amalfi’s hills are no joke when you have luggage!

Salerno to Amalfi by bus

Traveling by bus may be the cheapest way to get around the Sorrentine Peninsula, but it is only worth the price if you have a very flexible schedule. SITA runs buses between Salerno, Amalfi, and other towns on the peninsula, but it can be uncomfortable and unreliable.

Much like public transportation within a city, you cannot buy tickets for a specific seat or departure time. You purchase an open ticket for around $3 at the bus station or a convenience store. With your ticket in hand, you then have to wait at the bus stop in a line and hope the next arriving bus has space for everyone in front of you, as well as everyone in your party.

This journey can take as little as 90 minutes in the off-season but expect waiting and delays during the spring and summer.

Museo della Carta Amalfi (The Amalfi Paper Museum)

Next time you hold an important document, such as a wedding certificate or diploma, take a closer look. You may be holding a variation of bambagina, or cotton paper. This paper-making process uses fabric scraps, wood pulp, and cotton to produce lightly textured sheets that are easy to watermark for official uses. The technology originated in China and India, but it spread long distances through merchants in Amalfi’s ports.

In the 13th century, Amalfi’s craftsmen were among the first Europeans to manufacture cotton paper. Amalfi paper became incredibly popular in Europe, as it didn’t have to travel as far as its Arab and Asian competition. Follow in the footsteps of these artisans at the Amalfi Paper Museum to see the process from start to finish in an original paper mill. You can even make your own bambagina!

Sentiero degli Dei (The Path of the Gods)

If you thought Amalfi was beautiful from sea level, just wait until you reach higher ground! Sentiero degli Dei, or the Path of the Gods, gives you a truly divine view of the region. See Amalfi the way the gods do as you follow one of Italy’s most popular trails.

The entire hike is 5.8 miles (9 km), but for shorter distances you can choose a section that fits your skill level and schedule.

Have the best meal of your life

After a long day of making paper, hiking, and swimming, it’s time for pasta! Amalfi’s cuisine centers around fresh seafood and bright, citrusy flavors. Pick a restaurant patio with a great view and savor spaghetti alle vongole (spaghetti with clams) or pesce all’acqua pazza (fish cooked in broth).

After dinner, sip on your limoncello and bite into delizia al limone, a delicate pastry only found on the Amalfi Coast.

Between April and early June, the flowers are in bloom on the limestone balconies overlooking the sea and the coast is waking up from winter. The days are warm, accommodations are cheaper, and you’ll have an easy time finding space at restaurants and on the shore.

In September, the summer crowds have returned home but the weather is still warm enough to enjoy long, sunny days full of hiking and swimming.