How do I get from Florence to Amalfi?

Travelling by high-speed train from Florence to the Amalfi Coast. Take the train from Florence to the Amalfi Coast, and you'll reach Vietri sul Mare, the first town on the Amalfi Coast, in five hours with one change. As there's no direct train to the Amalfi Coast from Florence, you'll need to change at least once.



The most efficient way to travel from Florence to the Amalfi Coast in 2026 is a combination of high-speed rail and ferry. First, take a Frecciarossa or Italo train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Salerno; the direct journey takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. Once you arrive at Salerno station, it is a short 5-minute walk to the Concordia Dock. From there, you can board a ferry (operated by Travelmar or NLG) which takes about 35 to 45 minutes to reach Amalfi. This route is preferred over going through Naples because the Salerno ferry ride offers stunning coastal views and avoids the notoriously cramped Circumvesuviana train and SITA buses. For a more luxury-oriented experience, private transfers from Salerno or Naples are available but can take much longer due to the "Mamma Mia" traffic on the narrow SS163 coastal road. In 2026, many travelers also utilize the "Amalfi Link," a combined train-plus-bus ticket offered by Trenitalia for a seamless transit experience.

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The main transportation hubs for the Amalfi Coast are Naples, Sorrento, and Salerno. The principal forms of public transportation serving the Amalfi Coast are Sita buses and, in the summer, ferries. For those traveling from the North, the first town you will reach on the Amalfi Coast is Positano.

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There is no direct train from Florence to Positano. Once you reach Naples, things get a bit more difficult because you'll have to take a changeover in Napoli Centrale or Vico Equense. Duration also depends on which and how many stops the train takes along the way.

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Luckily, there are plenty of public transportation options for getting around the Amalfi Coast, even if you don't have a car. Yes, you can explore the Amalfi Coast without a car. This guide will take you through your public transport options for getting to the coast and traveling around once you're there.

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Luckily, there are plenty of public transportation options for getting around the Amalfi Coast, even if you don't have a car. Yes, you can explore the Amalfi Coast without a car. This guide will take you through your public transport options for getting to the coast and traveling around once you're there.

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You might find a lot of people say Positano is better than Amalfi as Positano appears to have nicer beaches, more restaurants, and shops. Positano also has some of the best scenic views. You'll want to show off to everyone with your view of colourful cliffside homes, blue sea, and beaches.

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There are approximately 5 nautical miles (10km) between Amalfi ferry port and Positano ferry port, with an average of crossing time of 15 minutes, making it a popular transport route for passengers travelling along the Italian coast.

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It depends on which you prefer. Florence is wonderful for art, the Middle Ages buildings, and offers the chance to explore a bit of the Tuscan or Umbrian countryside. The Amalfi coast has stunning coastal views, charming towns such as Sorrento, a chance to visit the ruins at Herculaneum or Pompeii.

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