Sita Bus Sorrento - Positano - Amalfi schedules autumn/winter 2025/26

Getting around the Amalfi Coast on SITA buses: updated timetables and practical information for 2025

Anyone who’s ever driven the roads of the Amalfi Coast knows it: driving here is an experience that swings between a dream and an adrenaline rush. Sharp curves, picture-perfect views, and that constant sensation of being suspended between sky and sea.

But if you don’t feel like dealing with traffic and impossible parking, don’t worry: SITA, the historic bus company that has been connecting every corner of the Sorrento Peninsula and the Amalfi Coast for decades, has you covered.

🚍 A scenic four-wheeled journey between Sorrento and Salerno

SITA buses are an integral part of daily life for locals: large, blue, and a bit noisy, but reliable and tireless. Every day, they travel the coastal road from Sorrento to Salerno, stopping in all the most beloved villages along the coast: Positano, Praiano, Amalfi, Ravello, Minori, Maiori, Cetara and Vietri sul Mare, all the way to the start of the Path of the Gods in Agerola (read more on: www.simplyamalficoast.it/path-of-the-gods).

From the Sorrento side, passing through Sorrento, Sant’Agnello, Piano di Sorrento, Meta, Massa Lubrense and Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi: the SITA network will take you wherever you want to go, with a ticket in hand and a strong desire to look out the window.

If you’re departing from Sorrento, the main stop is right next to the Circumvesuviana station, the local train that connects the city to Naples: a perfect starting point for exploring the coast without a car.

From Amalfi, another important hub, lines depart for Ravello, Agerola, and other inland towns, while Salerno is the eastern terminus, with its terminus near the train station and port.

💳 SITA Sud tickets and schedules: where to buy them and how to validate them

Tickets can be easily purchased at tobacconists, bars near the main stops, or at ticket offices displaying the SITA logo.

Alternatively, you can download the Unico Campania app: it’s not the most intuitive when you first use it, but it’s useful if you plan to travel frequently by public transport.

Here are the main SITA fares for the Amalfi Coast:

🎟️ AC1 Level: € 1,80 (valid for two successive town, like Positano → Praiano)
🎟️ AC2 Level: € 2,60 (Positano → Amalfi, Positano → Sorrento)
🕓 COSTIERASITA 24 hours: € 10,00
🕓 COSTIERASITA 24 hours + Positano Local BUS (Mobility Amalfi Coast): € 12,00
⛴️ COSTIERASITA 24 hours Land & Sea: € 15,00 (includes a boat ride with Travelmar)

👉 Important: The ticket is only valid if validated on board when boarding.

👉 Digital or paper? Even tickets purchased via the app (UNICO CAMPANIA) must be activated before travel: simply showing them on the screen is not enough.

⏱️ SITA journey duration and average travel times

Distances on the Amalfi Coast are measured in curves rather than kilometers, but here are some useful references:

Amalfi → Agerola: 50 minutes
Sorrento → Positano: about 1 hour
Positano → Amalfi: about 45 minutes
Amalfi → Salerno: about 1 hour and 30 minutes
Amalfi → Ravello: 25 minutes

Travel times can be longer in summer due to traffic, so it’s always best to factor in extra time, especially if you have ferry or train connections.

🧳 Onboard services, comfort, and rules for luggage and animals

SITA buses were not designed as tourist buses, but as regional public transport: functional and reliable, but simple.

Almost all have air conditioning or ample luggage space. If you have bulky trolleys, we recommend placing them in the lower compartment (when available).
Wheelchair or stroller accessibility is not always guaranteed on all buses, so it’s best to check in advance.

Small pets are permitted, provided they are in a carrier.
Bicycles are generally not permitted on SITA buses, but can be transported by sea with Travelmar.

When to take the bus (and when not to)

During the summer, SITA buses can be very crowded, especially between Positano and Amalfi.

We recommend departing early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the light turns golden and the streets are a bit emptier.

If possible, sit on the right side of the bus departing from Sorrento: it will offer spectacular views of the sea, perfect for photos or simply to be enchanted.

Sure, the journey can be a bit long and winding, but it’s also the most authentic way to experience the Amalfi Coast as the locals do. Every curve, every stop, every window open to the blue will remind you why you’re here: to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.

💡 Simply Tips: how to enjoy a SITA trip to the Amalfi Coast

Avoid rush hour: between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., buses can be packed.
Bring water and patience: the drivers, true masters of the wheel, negotiate curves and traffic with Olympian calm.
Sit on the seafront: between Praiano and Furore, the view is one of the most beautiful in the world.
Check the stops carefully: some are poorly signposted; ask locals or use Google Maps in GPS mode to figure out where to stop.
Always validate your ticket: even if purchased online.
Connect the bus with a Travelmar ferry: outbound by land, return by sea, the perfect combination.
In winter: the buses are less frequent, but the journey is quieter and more scenic.

🚤 Alternatives and combinations: ferries, Circumvesuviana, and taxis

If you want to make the experience more comfortable (or more panoramic), you can combine different means:

SITA + Travelmar: perfect for a complete “land & sea” tour.
Click here for ferry schedules, routes, and ticket purchases: www.simplyamalficoast.it/ferry-schedules
SITA + Circumvesuviana: ideal for those arriving from Naples without a car.
Circumvesuviana schedules: www.positanomap.it/#page4
SITA + taxi / chauffeur-driven car: useful if you’re staying outside the main centers or traveling in a group.

For those arriving by plane:

From Naples Capodichino, you can take the Alibus to Naples Garibaldi and then the Circumvesuviana to Sorrento.
From the new Airport Salerno Costa d’Amalfi, you can reach the Salerno SITA terminal in just a few minutes and continue on to Amalfi.

ℹ️ Main bus stops and useful information

📍 Main bus stop

Sorrento (Circumvesuviana station, SITA terminal)
Positano (Chiesa Nuova or Sponda, if you need to get off at another stop, be prepared to ask the driver personally)
Amalfi (Piazza Flavio Gioia, BUS terminal)
Ravello (Via Ravello-Amalfi)
Salerno (State Railway Station, Piazza della Concordia or Port)

⏰ Ufficial timetables: www.sitasudtrasporti.it
Bus timetables for Positano → Sorrento and Positano → Amalfi

📱 Recommended app: Unico Campania, available on App Store and Google Play

💡 Fun fact: The name SITA was born in 1912 and stands for Società Italiana Trasporti Automobilistici (Italian Automobile Transport Company): over a century of curves, views, and stories along the coast.

❓ FAQ: Quick answers to traveler questions

Can I buy a ticket on board?
Only in rare cases: it’s best to buy in advance to avoid surcharges or fines.
Do buses run at night?
No, they finish in the evening. In summer, the last Amalfi-Sorrento route usually departs between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM.
Do children pay?
Children under 6 travel free if they don’t occupy a seat.
Is there air conditioning?
Not always, especially on older buses. In summer, choose cooler times.
Are buses punctual?
Usually, yes, but traffic on the Amalfi Coast is unpredictable, so it’s best to plan ahead.