Amalfi Coast from Salerno

Itinerary · 1 day

Amalfi Coast from Salerno

Amalfi Coast from Salerno: less crowded, same views, fewer early morning wake-ups.

Duration

1 day

Base

Salerno

Transport

Ferry + Bus

Transport budget

€12–18
p.p.

A day trip along the Amalfi Coast starting from Salerno: take the Travelmar ferry to Amalfi, explore the Cathedral and historic centre, then head east by bus through Maiori, Minori and Vietri sul Mare - the quieter, less touristy side of the Coast. Return to Salerno by bus or on foot. Transport budget: €12–18.

Day schedule

08:30

Salerno

Travelmar ferry to Amalfi (Apr–Oct, 45 min, ~€8) or SITA bus (60 min, ~€2.80)

FERRY

09:30

Amalfi

Sant'Andrea Cathedral, Cloister of Paradise, Paper Museum (2.5h)

12:00

Amalfi

Lunch in the centre (trattorias on the corso or by the harbour)

13:30

Amalfi → Maiori

SITA bus east to Maiori (20 min, ~€1.50). Seafront promenade and beach.

BUS

15:00

Maiori → Minori

On foot along the seafront (20 min) or by bus. Roman Villa of Minori (free).

WALK

16:00

Minori → Vietri sul Mare

SITA bus to Vietri (~30 min). Ceramics, Ceramic Museum, stroll.

BUS

17:30

Vietri → Salerno

Bus to Salerno (15 min) or walk along the coast (45 min, scenic)

BUS

Itinerary destinations

Amalfi

Maiori

Minori

Vietri sul Mare

Practical tips

❶ Salerno is connected to Naples and Rome by high-speed train: a great starting point.
❷ The Travelmar ferry from Salerno is scenic and reaches Amalfi without navigating the SS163.
❸ The eastern part of the Coast (Maiori, Minori, Vietri) is far less crowded than Positano.
❹ Vietri sul Mare is the Italian capital of ceramics: great for quality souvenirs.
❺ In low season the SITA bus is the only option (ferry suspended): it departs from Piazza della Concordia.

Frequently asked questions

How do you get to the Amalfi Coast from Salerno?

From Salerno you have two options: Travelmar ferry to Amalfi (45 min, ~€8, seasonal Apr–Oct) or SITA bus from Salerno station (direction Amalfi via SS163, ~60 min, ~€2.80). The ferry is more scenic and faster; the bus runs year-round.

Is it worth starting from the eastern gateway of the Coast (Vietri, Maiori)?

Yes, especially in low season when the villages are less crowded. Vietri sul Mare is famous for its ceramics, Maiori has the longest seafront promenade on the Coast and a relaxed atmosphere. Minori is worth a stop for the ruins of the Roman Villa.

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