From Salerno to Positano by bus
Many budget travelers choose to take the bus from Salerno to Positano. Traveling by bus is one of the slowest ways to travel between these two towns, taking over two hours, and requiring a change in Amalfi. It's not the most comfortable, but it is dirt cheap, with a ticket costing about $3.
Sita Sud offers daily trips from Salerno to Positano. A bus leaves every hour from the Salerno bus station to Amalfi. Once in Amalfi, you need to change to another bus to Positano. If you’re traveling during peak season, booking a ticket well in advance is best, as they are often booked out. And even if you do have a ticket, that doesn’t guarantee a seat!
From Salerno to Positano by ferry
If you love the ocean and don't suffer from seasickness, the Salerno-Positano ferry route is a fun way to get around. The Positano ferry is relatively affordable, with tickets starting at $10. The ferry takes just over an hour to get to Positano, but you must take the bus first from the Salerno bus station to the pier. Popular companies include Grassi Junior Ferry and Positano Jet, and ferries can leave from Piazza della Concordia, Molo Masuccio, or Molo Manfredi ferry port.
Although affordable and time-efficient, the ferry can experience delays or even be canceled due to bad weather. It is also important to note that ferry companies don’t run to Positano year-round, so be sure to check the ferry schedule in advance.
From Salerno to Positano by private car service
If you're looking for a way to travel from Salerno to Positano that is uber-efficient, comfortable, reliable, safe, and time-productive, consider using Daytrip’s private car service. Unlike public transportation, Daytrip offers door-to-door rides in well-maintained vehicles with professional English-speaking drivers.
In addition, Daytrip is the fastest way to get to Positano from Salerno. The average car trip takes about an hour, considering the distance between the towns is only about 40 miles (63 km). Your driver can also accommodate sightseeing requests, and the trip is affordable, with prices starting at 28 euros per person.