Salerno Airport Transfers

There are several airports near Salerno, and there are also many ways to get to Salerno. Here are some convenient ways to get to Salerno.

Andressa García

Andressa García

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Salerno Airport Transfers

Carros en las calles de Salerno |©Sandra Pires

While there are several nearby airports from which you can get to Salerno, this time I will show you how to get to Salerno from Naples Airport. Fiumicino and Ciampino in Rome, and Lamezia Terme are the other nearby airports.

As there are so many things you can't miss in Salerno, it's important to get your travel itinerary off to a good start, so among the best things to see and do in Salerno, you have to include a good transfer service that will get you comfortably from the airport to Salerno and back.

1. A shared transfer, comfort at a reasonable price

Man driving a car|©Tobi
Man driving a car|©Tobi

One of the best ways to get around Naples, or in this case to make the transfer from the airport to the city of Salerno, is undoubtedly by sharing a car with another visitor. This works very simply, it is a matter of locating a platform where you can get someone who wants to carpool, and signing up.

This carpooler will ask you to pay a fee for the ride, which is of course much less than the amount you would pay when hiring private transport or a taxi. Generally the price you pay for this service depends on the distance and the popularity or safety of the provider on the car sharing platform.

Sites such as Bla Bla Car or other similar sites are ideal for finding this type of shared service. You should keep in mind that this is undoubtedly a good way to get to Salerno in a comfortable way and without paying a lot of money, it is your option if you are travelling as a backpacker or simply on your own.

This is also a good option for you if you are hoping to save some euros and then use them to do some of the best tours in Salerno. The best thing about this option is that you can request it in advance and you won't have to wait so long at the airport while a taxi arrives.

Interesting details

  • Duration of the trip: The carpooling trip does not usually have a big difference in time compared to other car trips, i.e. only an hour and a few minutes from Naples Airport to the city of Salerno.
  • Price: You can sign up for this trip for as little as 4 euros per person.
  • Advantages of using this method: You can travel in comfort in an air-conditioned car. You will pay less money than if you hire private transport.
  • How to book this transport: To book this transport you must enter the website of the platforms where you can find people to share the car, and then request the service. Before requesting it you should take into account the reputation of the provider.
  • Recommended if... You are travelling alone or backpacking and you are on a budget or want to save money.

2. A private transfer, comfort and exclusivity

Person driving the bus|©Lê Minh
Person driving the bus|©Lê Minh

If you are travelling as a family, with the kids or with friends, one of the best ways to travel between Naples Airport and the city of Salerno is by private transfer. This is a fully dedicated service that you will need to book in advance, so the driver will be on standby at the airport as soon as you arrive to take you to Salerno.

One of the best features of this type of transport is that you and your group will be travelling alone. In addition, you will travel with the best comfort, with air conditioning and in many cases even with wifi included inside the car.

I recommend this service not only when travelling from the airport to Salerno, but also if you plan to make an excursion from Salerno to another tourist site in Naples or nearby areas, because it offers comfort.

Of course, the disadvantage of this type of ride is that you will have to pay a little more for the service. The prices for this type of service range from 130 euros and up. The price varies according to the number of people and the type of car.

Interesting details

  • Duration of the trip: The trip can take between forty minutes and one hour, from the airport to the city of Salerno.
  • Price: You can pay from 130 euros per person to travel by private car. In this case, prices may vary according to the capacity of the car that will make the transfer. It also depends on the number of passengers in the car and the amount of luggage they are carrying.
  • Advantages of using this method: It is advantageous because it will be a transport only for you and your group, you will not have to share a car with other people. You can coordinate with your driver when you want him to pick you up at the airport. You have the opportunity to request the service whether you are travelling alone or with more than 6 people, because you can find cars for each of your needs.
  • How to book this transport: You can book this service online, where you can also have information about each of the characteristics of the trip, the price, the booking and cancellation policy, among other things.
  • Recommended if... You are travelling as a couple, with your family or with children and you want to travel in comfort, with a space where you can store your luggage without being uncomfortable.

3. Car hire, the most comfortable option for several days

Blue car parked|©Mike B
Blue car parked|©Mike B

In case you want to stay in Salerno for one or more days, one of the best ways to get around the city is undoubtedly by renting a car with which you can get from any place and to any destination. Car rental is usually on a daily basis, so you will have to pay a fee for this service.

The biggest advantage of this option is that you will not have to rent a car or get into a taxi every time you want to get from one place to another once you are already in Salerno. In the end, these car rental options work very well if you are going with your family and you have a well-established itinerary.

Among the things that you need to take into consideration when renting a car of this style are the capacity of the car in terms of the number of passengers and the amount of luggage that you can carry. This can vary the price of the service per day. Another trigger for the price change of this service is the type of car and the age of the driver.

In any case, the car hire service is ideal for you if you want to travel with your family and save some money on taxi fares. To hire this service, you can visit any website that offers car hire, some of the options are Avis and Kayak.

Useful details

  • Duration of the trip: The trip can last as long as you want, because at the end of the day, you are renting a car. But as a general rule, between the airport and the city of Salerno, it can take between 40 minutes and an hour.
  • Price: You can find cars for rent from 30 euros per day, depending, as you know, on the amount of passengers and luggage you can carry, as well as the model of the car.
  • Advantages of using this method: You won't have to share it with anyone if you don't want to. And if you want to share it, you can do that too. You can travel with as many passengers as you want because there are cars for all needs.
  • How to book this transport: To book a rental car, I recommend you to go directly to the different official websites where you can rent a car and ask for all the characteristics and policies of the rental before making the reservation.
  • Recommended if... You are travelling with your family, you are staying in Salerno for more than one day, and you need a car to move around easily.

4. Train, the most popular option

Trains in Salerno|©Davide Porciello
Trains in Salerno|©Davide Porciello

If you want to travel like a local and European between the airport and the city of Salerno, then travelling by train is your option. This is one of the most popular ways to travel around Europe. You will also have the opportunity to carry luggage, but you will sacrifice some of the comfort of private transport.

The train ride can take between one and two hours, but you'll love travelling this way because it's a nice way to get a preview of the other sightseeing you'll have the opportunity to do in Salerno. Throughout the trip, you'll be able to look out the window and enjoy the beautiful scenery that can be found between Naples and Salerno.

It's a good option whether you're travelling alone or with friends, but it's not the best option if you're travelling with children, as the train can be a bit stressful for them. The advantage of this train ride, apart from the views and the price, is that it is a direct line that takes you from the airport to Salerno.

To buy your ticket, I recommend you visit the official Trenitalia website, where you can see the timetables and prices before buying the ticket that best suits your needs.

Interesting details

  • Journey time: The train journey can take between one and two hours approximately.
  • Price: You can pay as little as 5 euros for the journey, although there may be a variation in price depending on when you make your booking. This means that if you buy your ticket on the same day, you may pay a little more for each ticket.
  • Advantages of using this method: The most advantageous thing about this trip is that you will travel in comfort, and you will also enjoy the most beautiful scenery on the route between the airport and Salerno.
  • How to book this transport: To book this transport you will need to go to the Trenitalia website to purchase your tickets. You can usually use e-tickets.
  • Recommended if... I recommend it if you are travelling alone or with friends, and you want to see beautiful scenery and have comfort without paying too much.

5. A shuttle bus, the cheapest option

Parked bus|©Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane
Parked bus|©Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane

In case you want to travel in the cheapest way and also want to do it comfortably and without taking as long as by train, you can travel by bus. However, there is one disadvantage you have to consider about this means of transport is that it works for you only if you don't have much luggage with you.

If you think this is the option for you, the first thing you should do is to look for an official bus ticket website, where you can buy a ticket from Naples airport to the city of Salerno. One of the most recognised companies in Europe for this service is undoubtedly Flixbus.

You must take into consideration that this route has a minimum of two stops to make the connection between Naples Airport and Salerno, so once you get on the bus at the airport, you will have to change buses at least a couple of times. Once you buy the ticket, you will have the opportunity to see the bus route in real time.

The latter is a great advantage because it is a good way to know exactly when the bus will arrive to pick you up, when it will arrive at your destination, among other things. Another advantage of using this method of transfer is that you can get on the bus both during the day and at night.

Interesting details

  • Duration of the trip: The bus trip can take about an hour and a half.
  • Price: You will have to pay between 4 and 5 euros per ticket.
  • Advantages of using this method: It is a good method of transport if you are going to the city with little money and you are travelling alone. You can get on the bus during the day or at night, as long as you have bought your bus ticket in advance.
  • How to book this transport: To book a bus ticket on this route, you will need to book in advance via the travel company's website. The website will tell you everything you need to know about the journey, from the amount of luggage you can take, to the departure and arrival times, and of course the ticket prices and cancellation policy.
  • Recommended if... You are travelling alone, with little luggage and little money to spend during your trip.

6. A taxi or an Uber, the more expensive option

Taxi sign|©NEOSiAM 2021
Taxi sign|©NEOSiAM 2021

Finally, if what you are looking for is a trip with all the comforts and you have no problem paying extra, you can choose to take a taxi or call an uber. However, this option is one of the most disadvantageous, as it is a way of getting around that you will have to select on the day.

Although there are some taxi and uber options that allow you to make a reservation, most of the taxis that are stationed outside the airport are ready to receive visitors arriving in Naples. However, one of the disadvantages you should take into consideration when choosing this option is that you will not always find a taxi waiting for you.

Due to the large influx of tourists, especially in high season, it is very difficult to get a taxi that is willing to take you to Salerno immediately. If you are happy to wait for as long as it takes for a taxi or your uber to arrive, this is a good option for you.

Although the journey is ultimately just as quick as a hired car or private transfer, the price makes a big difference. Also, the cost can vary according to the taxi lines you find at the airport and the amenities offered by the car you're getting into.

Details of interest

  • Travel time: The journey between the airport and the city of Salerno can take between 40 minutes and an hour.
  • Price: The price is a disadvantage, if you consider that you can pay from 200 euros to get on one. The price also varies according to the amount of luggage you carry and the type of vehicle you get on.
  • Advantages of using this method: The main advantage of taking a taxi is that you will arrive quickly in Salerno and you will be able to travel in comfort and with the luggage you need.
  • How to book this transport: Not all taxi lines are available for booking, so you will have to wait at the airport until you get a taxi.
  • Recommended if... You are travelling alone or with your family and forgot to make a reservation before travelling.