Day trips from Naples at a glance
Naples is a good base for one-day trips: Herculaneum and Pompeii by local train, Vesuvius with a timed ticket, and Capri by boat from Molo Beverello. This page is an overview with the facts you need to choose. For Capri in depth, see our sister guide to the island.
You can go on your own, or book a tour that handles tickets and transport. The tours below are guided day trips and entry tickets; check what each one includes.
Our picks: day trips from Naples
Take the Pompeii and Herculaneum tour for the two ruins in one day, or Pompeii with Vesuvius and lunch for a longer day. Capri is the pick if you prefer the sea to the ruins.
Hand-picked tours, booked through Viator. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Capri and the Blue Grotto from Naples or Sorrento
- Fast ferry round trip
- Blue Grotto admission
- Local guide
A full day on Capri with the ferry and the Blue Grotto already included. If the grotto is closed, you get a boat ride around the island instead.
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Pompeii and Vesuvius in a day from Naples
- Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii
- Vesuvius entry
- Traditional lunch
Eight hours in an air-conditioned vehicle from Naples, lunch included, covering Pompeii and Vesuvius.
Check availability →Pompeii and Herculaneum in a small group with an archaeologist
- Guided visit to both sites
- Round-trip transport from Naples
- Herculaneum entry tickets
Two sites in one day, with transport from Naples. Plan on six to eleven hours, depending on your starting point.
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Guided day trips and entry tickets that start in Naples or on site, with live prices and availability. Check the meeting point and what the entry fee covers before you book.
Which day trip from Naples fits you
Times are scheduled times and can differ on the day.
| Trip | Getting there | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Herculaneum | EAV train to Ercolano Scavi, about 15 minutes | Guided tours exist |
| Pompeii | EAV train to Pompei Scavi Villa dei Misteri, about 36 minutes | A guide or a combined tour can handle tickets and transport |
| Vesuvius | Tour with transport, or your own transport | Gran Cono needs an online timed ticket |
| Capri | Fast boat from Molo Beverello, 50 minutes | Weather and timetable dependent |
For most first visits with one day, Pompeii and Herculaneum make a good pairing. Choose Capri if the weather is clear and you want a day by the sea.
Herculaneum: the short train ride
Herculaneum, called Ercolano in Italian, is a short train ride from the city. Take the EAV Circumvesuviana line towards Sorrento and get off at Ercolano Scavi. From 17 October 2026 the Napoli to Sorrento timetable applies. The first example train leaves Napoli Piazza Garibaldi at 05:33 and reaches Ercolano Scavi at 05:48.
Do not confuse Ercolano Scavi with the Trenitalia station Ercolano Miglio d'Oro, which is a different stop.
Pompeii and Vesuvius
For Pompeii, take the same EAV line and get off at Pompei Scavi Villa dei Misteri. From Napoli Piazza Garibaldi the first example train at 05:33 arrives at 06:09, which is 36 minutes of scheduled travel. This is not the same stop as the Trenitalia station Pompei.
Pompeii is also available as a guided day trip from Naples, sometimes combined with Herculaneum or with Vesuvius. Check what the entry fee covers before you book.
For Vesuvius, the Gran Cono is open only with a timed ticket bought online. The national park releases tickets 30 days ahead, 50 tickets for each 10-minute slot. If you want the crater, book as soon as your date is open, or choose a tour that includes the admission.
If you want to see finds from the area first, the Naples Archaeological Museum shows frescoes, everyday objects and a model of Pompeii.
Capri day trip from Naples
The island is a sea trip, so the weather and the ferry timetable decide how the day goes.
Fast boats leave from Molo Beverello in Naples and take about 50 minutes. Adult single fares on the fast boat are around EUR 25, EUR 17 for children aged 2 to 12 and EUR 5 for a piece of luggage. A small island fee of EUR 2.50 to 5, depending on season and operator, is added. Always look at the timetable and prices of the day you travel.
On the island, the Blue Grotto is a common stop, and whether it is open depends on the day. Guided Capri tours from Naples can include the fast ferry and the Blue Grotto admission. Our sister guide covers the ferry from Naples to Capri and how the Blue Grotto works.
Day trips from Naples: frequently asked questions
How do I get from Naples to Pompeii?
Take the EAV Circumvesuviana towards Sorrento and get off at Pompei Scavi Villa dei Misteri. The scheduled ride from Napoli Piazza Garibaldi is about 36 minutes.
How long does it take to get from Naples to Herculaneum?
About 15 minutes by EAV train from Napoli Piazza Garibaldi to Ercolano Scavi, by the timetable valid from 17 October 2026.
Do I need a ticket for Vesuvius?
For the Gran Cono, yes. It is open only with a timed ticket bought online, released 30 days ahead, 50 tickets per 10 minutes.
How long is the boat from Naples to Capri?
The fast boat from Molo Beverello takes 50 minutes. Check the timetable for the day you travel.
Can I combine Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day?
Yes. Guided tours can cover both in a day, and you can also do it by train on your own.
Is it worth booking a guided tour?
For Pompeii, yes if you want the site explained and transport handled. Check the meeting point and whether the entry fee is included.