Napoli Centrale is one of the main transportation hubs in Naples, the other being the port area…read morefrom which many ferries operate to other cities and islands along the Italian coastline. 25 train platforms are situated in the main level, with another 4 downstairs for local EAV Circumvesuviana trains to Sorrento, Pompeii and other towns. Customers can also transfer downstairs to the metro (subway) line L2. Train tickets can be bought at the station or in advance online, I'd suggest booking earlier as ticket prices for regional legs to other major cities can increase closer to departure. Exterior and interior are modern, with triangular/diagonal/geometric design elements. Within the station several large overhead displays show arrival origins and departure destinations, scheduled/actual times, platforms, and special notes like notifications to board or delays. Travelers wait in the main lobby until platform numbers are published about 15-20 minutes prior to departure for regional trains, then head thru a preliminary ticket check (security checking that each passenger is ticketed), into the train platforms in the inner part of the station. Individual train info is also posted at each platform. Note for Circumvesuviana trains, they don't publish all intermediate stops on the displays so double check your departure time and destination are actually valid for your train route time. I inadvertently tried to get on the wrong train (following directions from Gmaps), only to be directed by a helpful train staff member to the next train on opposite platform arriving 20 minutes later. Inside the main train hall aside from ticket offices and machines, a tourist info center and currency exchange, there are probably two dozen shops and restaurants, not including a separate food hall with a dozen local and chain restaurants, bars and bakeries. From McDonald's and Starbucks to Toasthouse, Sushi Daily, Fresca Pizzeria Trattoria, Cuori di Sfolgliatella and Scaturchio Pasticceria. Within the rest of the station there's a grocery store, bookstore, souvenir, jewelry and trinket stores, cafes, fast food spots, bathrooms. Luggage storage available in station or in the blocks surrounding, which I'd recommend booking in advance. Overall the station was clean, functional and safe. I've no qualms about transiting thru here again!

Bullet trains are the way to go from Napoli to Rome.Super fast and up to 171 miles an hour…read more Scenic views of countryside with free wifi. Leg room is ideal for those that need it. We booked last min and had no trouble finding space since we shortened our trip by a day. Note: our train was on time so give self ample time to get there . Train station number is posted usually 20 min before trip time.

Horrible customer service, absolutely horrible! They do not show up to help but the sure as hell…read moreshowed up to charge. If you can booked your tickets with a different company. THIS IS EASIEST THE WORST I HAVE EVER USED! Arrogante pieces of shit! Can't give zero starts so that's why I put the one and only option I have. Stay away from this fuckers!

Smooth sailing. Prebooked on the app. Just needed the QR code to get past security and have it…read morescanned on board. We sat in business so we have a decent amount of overhead space along with complimentary drinks and snacks.

I was pretty apprehensive about taking circumvesuviana, but it's probably the cheapest and most…read moreconvenient way to get to Pompeii and Sorrento. In total probably only cost around 10 euros for three people. Don't let the graffiti on the train scare you, it runs like any metro train in a big city. I took it during winter time so definitely less packed and AC wasn't an issue. Summer might be a pretty miserable experience on the train, but I would still look into this option for a budget friendly way to travel!

Practical but... I…read morelove traveling by train, this allow me to enjoy views, to stop at the station and walking around my destination and see new places and listening inhabitants accent. All Circumvesuviama stations are almost at the center of the city even if: 1)Some trains are terribly old and without A/C 2) Noisy 3)New Trains are cute , new and with a/c but..... uncomfortable (few sits if compared with the older ones) 4) Often late

Port of Naples, or Porto di Napoli, at the Stazione Marittima is a great port building to get you…read moreintroduced to Naples, Italy. The interior is pretty expansive. There are some nice souvenir shops as well as some clothing stores. One store in particular was a favorite of mine - Real Luxury. Real Luxury is located just near the main entrance, specializes in high-end clothing and is run by a designer named Marco. He has designed, among many other items, an array of men's ties with multiple folds in the actual fabric. The most intricate of which is a "12-fold tie" that I think is just amazing. The port building is clean and easy to navigate. Once you're outside the main doors and ready to explore Naples and the surrounding areas, prepare yourself to be accosted by dozens of pushy taxi drivers. They engage you immediately to find out where you want to go and get you to hire them. Some are extremely pushy and will not take no for an answer without pushing harder. Some will even follow you for a bit while trying to get your attention and continuing to ask you questions about where you'd like to go. I had one guy follow me all the way to the sidewalk trying to get my attention and my business. Make sure you research all transportation options before your trip here. Hiring a taxi isn't always the most cost effective, or even the most scenic, option. Our plan was to spend the day visiting Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast. We took a street rail car service from the port to the main train station. That ride each way cost us each €4.50.

It's a convenient subway train station connecting hills and ground. There's a public plaza with…read morerestaurants right outside the exit.

This same spot seems to have a couple of names and one of them is Funiclare Centrale. This is the…read moreground level station. My friend bought the tickets so I don't know how much the tickets cost. The train does not go all the way to the top. You'll still have a bit of hiking to get to the Castel Sant'Elmo but it's worth it. This is one of the busiest funiculars in Europe and opened on October 28, 1928. From Atlas Obscura, "The line serves fours stations and runs a length of 1270 meters (4167 feet), over which it completes a total elevation change of 170 meters (558 feet). A single trip takes about 5 minutes." The ride was quick, smooth and comfortable. Super easy! [Review 19222 overall - 372 in Italy - 192 of 2023.]

Of course it is 5 stars. I love funiculars. The…read moreneighborhoods lower and upper are very different

Something worth experiencing both for the convenience of getting up the hill and the uniqueness of…read morea steep hill cable car system. Clean, not too crowded during the week, and easy to understand. Not much of a view while riding however.

In general I find the Italian train system to be excellent. Such great value, clean and generally…read moreon time. The station in Naples is a great stop off point to get to Pompeii cheaply from Rome.