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How to get fromPositano to Aeolian Islandsby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Positano to Aeolian Islands by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Sant'Agnello to Napoli P.zza Garibalditrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Napoli Mergellina to Stromboliferry ferry
    7h 41m
    €217–350

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Battipaglia Ospedale to Milazzo Via dei Millebus bus Autoservizi Salemi S201
    2. Take the ferry from Milazzo - Molo Marullo to Vulcanoferry ferry Mit
    13h 18m
    €33–56

  3. Train, ferry via Reggio Calabria

    1. Take the train from Salerno to Villa S.Giovannitrain train Fr
    2. Take the ferry from Reggio di Calabria to Vulcanoferry ferry
    8h 49m
    €308–433

Positano to Aeolian Islands by bus, train, subway, foot, and ferry

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration7h 41mAverage Duration
Ticket€217Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 305.4 km
  • Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Positano, Italy and Aeolian Islands, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Positano to Aeolian Islands. However, you can take the bus to Sant'Agnello, walk to Sant'Agnello, take the train to Napoli P.zza Garibaldi, walk to Piazza Garibaldi, take the subway to Mergellina, walk to Napoli Mergellina, then take the ferry to Stromboli. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Positano to Vulcano via Pompei, Salerno, Villa S.Giovanni, Reggio Calabria Lido, and Reggio di Calabria in around 8h 49m.

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