FAQ
Answers to the most frequently asked questions.
1. How to get to Sorrento?
Most public transportation arrives and departs from the EAV – Circumvesuviana train and bus station of Sorrento. The B&B Amoredimare, located in the village of Marina Grande, is connected to the train station in 10 minutes by a shuttle bus that departs about twice every hour. Alternatively, it is a 1,5 Km walk from the train station – click here for directions.
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Note | Not all transportation options are listed, only the most convenient ones in terms of comfort, price, and speed.
Sorrento train and bus station
The train/bus station and Marina Grande are just 1,5 Km on foot through the old city center (it’s a nice walk!). But if you carry many/heavy/big luggages, it’s recommend moving by bus, because there are several stairs on the way.
- The bus ticket costs less than 2€ and can be purchased on board or in tobacco shops next to the bus stop.
- There are two lines operated by two companies: EAV (red and white bus) and Coperativa Tasso (white and blue bus).
From Sorrento train/bus station (click for directions to the bus stop) to Marina Grande
🔴⚪ EAV > 7:20, 8:10, 9:05, 10:05, 11:05, 12:05, 13:20, 14:05, 14:05, 16:05, 17:05, 18:20, 20:05
⚪🔵 Cooperativa Tasso > About 10 minutes after the departure from Marina Grande (read below)
From Marina Grande (click for directions to the bus stop) to Sorrento train/bus station
🔴⚪ EAV > 7:30, 8:30, 9:25, 10:25, 11:25, 12:25, 13:40, 14:25, 15:25, 16:25, 17:25, 18:40, 20:25
⚪🔵 Cooperativa Tasso > 8:10, 9:10, 10:10, 11:10, 12:10, 13:10, 15:10, 15:40, 16:10, 17:10, 18:10
Naples Capodichino airport
Naples Capodichino is the nearest airport and is 54 Km away from Sorrento.
Bus
From Naples airport, it’s possible to reach Sorrento in 90 minutes at a cost of 10€ (tickets can be purchased online from Curreri Viaggi); Curreri buses arrive and depart from the Sorrento train station.
Private transfers (to be booked in advance)
- 1 or 2 persons: from 110€
- 3 or 4 persons: from 190€
Naples city center
Train
EAV – Circumvesuviana trains depart every half hour and connect Naples and Sorrento in about 75 minutes.
- The ticket costs 4,90€ and can be purchased at station ticket offices and newsstands.
- In Naples, there are two EAV – Circumvesuviana stations: Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) and Napoli Porta Nolana. Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) station also connects to other railway lines and the Metro.
Ferries
Ferries and hydrofoils connect Naples and Sorrento in 30 minutes. Check the Misterferry website for updated schedules and fares.
- They arrive and depart from the Marina Piccola tourist port (not to be confused with Marina Grande, where Amoredimare is located). The two marinas are 1,3 Km apart – click here for walking directions.
Capri
Ferries
Ferries and hydrofoils connect Capri and Sorrento in 20 minutes. Check the Misterferry website for updated schedules and fares.
- They arrive and depart from the Marina Piccola tourist port (not to be confused with Marina Grande, where Amoredimare is located). The two marinas are 1,3 Km apart – click here for walking directions.
- If you’re already in Sorrento and plan to spend just one day in Capri, we recommend booking a private or group boat excursion, which is more comfortable and fun than taking the ferry.
Amalfi Coast (Positano, Amalfi, Ravello)
Bus
Sorrento is well connected to the Amalfi Coast (Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, etc.) by SITA bus service, which arrives and departs from the Sorrento train station.
- They are usually very crowded, so it’s best to arrive at the bus stop early.
- COSTIERASITA is a ticket that costs 10€ and is valid for 24 hours.
Ferries
Ferries and hydrofoils connect Amalfi, Positano and Sorrento in 75 minutes. Check the Misterferry website for updated schedules and fares.
- They arrive and depart from the Marina Piccola tourist port (not to be confused with Marina Grande, where Amoredimare is located). The two marinas are 1,3 Km apart – click here for walking directions.
- If you’re already in Sorrento and plan to spend just one day in the Amalfi Coast, we recommend booking a private or group boat excursion, which is more comfortable and fun than taking the ferry.
Rome
Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice
Train
There are no direct trains to Sorrento, you have to change lines in Naples.
Depart from Rome, Florence, Milan or Venice with the high-speed trains of Frecciarossa or Italo and arrive at Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) station.
Change lines and reach Sorrento with the EAV – Circumvesuviana trains, which depart every half hour and arrive in about 75 minutes.
- The Naples-Sorrento ticket costs 4,90€ and can be purchased at station ticket offices and newsstands.
- There are two stations in Naples: Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) and Napoli Porta Nolana. Napoli Centrale (Piazza Garibaldi) is the station that connects to the high-speed trains – be careful not to get it wrong!
By car/motorbike
Set Sorrento as your destination on your GPS device.
Car – Especially in high season, we advise against visiting the Sorrentine Peninsula by car: it is very crowded and parking can be difficult.
Motorbike – Motorbikes and scooters are the ideal means of transportation for visiting Sorrento and its surroundings. Distances are short, allowing for quick travel between points of interest and easy parking.
2. Where to park?
The village of Marina Grande has limited traffic. It is possible to park cars and motorcycles at the Aprea car park or at the larger Ulysse car park.
Aprea car park (40 meters away)
- Open from May to October
- Hourly rate: 3€ car / from 5€ larger cars
- Night rate: 20€ for cars / from 25€ for larger cars
- Motorbike and scooter rate: 5€ for the whole day
Ulysse car park (700 meters away)
- Open all the year
- Hourly rate: 2€ car / 3€ SUV and luxury car (+ 1€ after 21:00)
- Daily rate: 20€ car / 25€ SUV and luxury car
- Telephone: +39 081 1819 3414
3. How to reach the center of Sorrento on foot?
To reach the center of Sorrento we suggest taking Via Marina Grande, the ancient pedestrian street that crosses the historic center and beautiful gardens with breathtaking views. The navigator may suggest going through Via del Mare, but we do not recommend it if you are on foot.
By car and motorbike – If, on the other hand, you are by car or motorbike, then you must necessarily take Via del Mare, which is the only driveway.
5. Where to eat?
On the Amoredimare’s Instagram profile there is a guide listing our favorite restaurants, with information on genere, quality, location, price and distance from the B&B.
6. Things to avoid
Positano and Amalfi by ferry
We do not recommend going to or coming from the Amalfi Coast (Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, etc.) by ferry.
Ferries to the Amalfi Coast leave from the port of Sorrento, which is 1,3 Km away – 19 minutes on foot from the B&B.
If you plan a 1-day trip, the two best options are a shared boat tour (with a visit to Positano and Amalfi, lunch and swimming included) or rent a scooter; a car rental with driver is also a good option.
Napoli Capodichino airport by train or ferry
Do not come or go to Napoli Capodichino airport by ferry or train. The two best options are the direct shuttle bus or a car rental with driver. Read here for more information and costs.
1-day trip to Capri by ferry
We advise against going to and returning from Capri by ferry on the same day.
Ferries to Capri leave from the port of Sorrento, which is 1,3 Km away – 19 minutes on foot from the B&B.
The best option to visit Capri in 1 day is with a shared boat tour, which includes a tour of the island and disembarkation in Capri, lunch and swimming. Suggested tours embark just 200 meters away from the B&B.
Boat tours that do not depart from Marina Grande in Sorrento
We advise against booking boat tours that do not depart from Marina Grande, Sorrento. Reaching the other marinas of the Pensiola Sorrentina can be very difficult and take from 20 minutes to over an hour.
Check this page for a list of tours departing from Marina Grande, just 200 meters from the B&B.
Questions?
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