Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Amalfi travel guide

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You're Going to Love Amalfi

With a population of 4,933, Amalfi is a must-see destination in Campania, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amalfi has to offer.

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When to visit Amalfi

Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$205
1 night at 3-star hotel
Amalfi in January
Estimated hotel price
$205
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Amalfi

Plane

Although Amalfi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 16 miles from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Amalfi to Rome takes 1h 58m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Catania, expect to pay about $29 for a 7h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 140 miles from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of Galdierirent and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 140 miles and will cost you around $15. From Bari, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 185 miles.

Plane

Although Amalfi doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (QSR), which is located 16 miles from Amalfi. The shortest flight to Amalfi from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 45m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Amalfi, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Amalfi to Rome takes 1h 58m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Catania, expect to pay about $29 for a 7h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Amalfi is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 140 miles from Amalfi. You’ll find branches of Galdierirent and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Amalfi, including FlixBus, Itabus and Bus. From Rome, the bus ride to Amalfi takes 140 miles and will cost you around $15. From Bari, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 185 miles.

Airlines serving Amalfi

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,555 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,499 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,003 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,561 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (889 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,046 reviews)
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Where to stay in Amalfi

From 5-star hotels such as the Santa Caterina to great affordable options like the Hotel Floridiana, Amalfi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $468 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Amalfi

Most booked hotels in Amalfi

Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast
5 stars
Excellent (9.8, 250 reviews)
$1,550+
Santa Caterina
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 477 reviews)
$607+
Hotel Margherita
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1557 reviews)
$174+
Hotel La Pergola
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1487 reviews)
$117+
Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1087 reviews)
$539+
Grand Hotel Excelsior
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1020 reviews)
$214+

Renting a car in Amalfi

Renting a car in Amalfi costs $18 per day, on average, or $54 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 97% cheaper than airport locations in Amalfi.

Expect to pay $7.46 per gallon in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $89.49 and $119.32.

Renting a car in Amalfi costs $18 per day, on average, or $54 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 97% cheaper than airport locations in Amalfi.

Expect to pay $7.46 per gallon in Amalfi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $89.49 and $119.32.