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

Positano travel guide

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With a population of 2.334, Positano 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 Positano has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Positano

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Serra (Via Marconi n.127) and Remmese (Via G. Marconi) are great picks.

When to visit Positano

Positano in November
Estimated hotel price
$459
1 night at 3-star hotel
Positano in November
Estimated hotel price
$459
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Positano

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 33 km from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Italotreno.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 219 km from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Europcar, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 225 km and will cost you around $16. From Bari, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 298 km.

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 33 km from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 50m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Italotreno.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car rental from Rome, which is about 219 km from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Europcar, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, Bus and Itabus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 225 km and will cost you around $16. From Bari, the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 298 km.

Airports near Positano

QSRSalerno Costa d'Amalfi
NAPNaples
FOGFoggia Gino Lisa

Airlines serving Positano

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,732 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
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Where to stay in Positano

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Sirenuse to great affordable options like the Hotel Pupetto, Positano offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $375 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $667 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Palumbo and Pensione Maria Luisa. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Positano, with prices from $66 to $4,189 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Positano are about 12% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Positano by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Positano

Most booked hotels in Positano

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Le Sirenuse
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, 360 reviews)
$1,077+
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Hotel Margherita
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 1550 reviews)
$189+
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Hotel Poseidon
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 660 reviews)
$656+
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Hotel Savoia
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1500 reviews)
$404+
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Grand Hotel Angiolieri
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 636 reviews)
$351+
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Covo Dei Saraceni
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 541 reviews)
$546+
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Renting a car in Positano

Renting a car in Positano costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Naples.

Expect to pay $7.61 per gallon in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.30 and $121.74. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Positano, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Positano costs $54 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Naples.

Expect to pay $7.61 per gallon in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.30 and $121.74. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Positano, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

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