Getting to Art Center Padula
When planning your trip to Padula for your residency, we ask that you please plan to arrival between 3pm and 7pm so that we can be sure to be able to meet you and help you settle in. There will be a welcome dinner at 8pm the day of your arrival for you and the other artists in attendance, plus a couple of our association members.
Most people traveling to Padula will fly in to either Naples or Rome, though there are also flights available to the new Salerno airport.
If you are already in mainland Europe, traveling by fast train to Salerno (an hour from Padula by car, longer by bus) is your best travel option.
By car, Padula is about two hours from Naples and about four hours from Rome. By public transport, those travel times can increase by an hour or more.
Here we've worked out the best ways to get to Padula, taking into account cost, travel time and ease of ticket purchase.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPTIONS IN A NUTSHELL
From Naples airport, you will travel a short distance to the Central Station first. From there it is possible to arrive directly to Padula, only a short distance away from the Art Center. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
From Rome airports, your can either travel to Naples or Salerno by train and then follow the options in the FROM NAPLES or FROM SALERNO sections below
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You can book a train, which includes a local substitute bus service, from Roma Termini to Padula. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
From Salerno station, the best option is by bus directly to Padula. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
In below instructions we've added maps to help you find the bus stops and terminals, as these tend not to be signposted very clearly.
Most people traveling to Padula will fly in to either Naples or Rome, though there are also flights available to the new Salerno airport.
If you are already in mainland Europe, traveling by fast train to Salerno (an hour from Padula by car, longer by bus) is your best travel option.
By car, Padula is about two hours from Naples and about four hours from Rome. By public transport, those travel times can increase by an hour or more.
Here we've worked out the best ways to get to Padula, taking into account cost, travel time and ease of ticket purchase.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPTIONS IN A NUTSHELL
From Naples airport, you will travel a short distance to the Central Station first. From there it is possible to arrive directly to Padula, only a short distance away from the Art Center. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
From Rome airports, your can either travel to Naples or Salerno by train and then follow the options in the FROM NAPLES or FROM SALERNO sections below
... OR...
You can book a train, which includes a local substitute bus service, from Roma Termini to Padula. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
From Salerno station, the best option is by bus directly to Padula. We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey.
In below instructions we've added maps to help you find the bus stops and terminals, as these tend not to be signposted very clearly.
from naples
1. GETTING FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE TRAIN STATION & BUS TERMINAL
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1A. THE ALIBUS
The ALIBUS is an airport transfer service that runs every 20-30 minutes the train station, where the bus terminal is also located. The duration of the trip is approx. 20 mins. Tickets cost €5 and can be procured from the machines in the arrival hall or from the driver upon boarding (cash only). From the bus stop, the station is on your left. The bus terminal is behind the station. Entering the station, keep to slightly to the left to find the back exit. |
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1B. TAXI
There is a taxi stand right outside the arrivals hall at the airport.
There is a fixed price for the town center, which includes the train station: €21 (some changes may occur due to gas prices).
Payment is due in cash (it is rare to find a cab that takes cards or digital payment) upon arrival.
There is a taxi stand right outside the arrivals hall at the airport.
There is a fixed price for the town center, which includes the train station: €21 (some changes may occur due to gas prices).
Payment is due in cash (it is rare to find a cab that takes cards or digital payment) upon arrival.
2. FROM NAPLES STATION TO PADULA
2A. BY BUS
There are numerous bus operators in the South of Italy. We suggest the local operator because of their direct service, reliability and fair price.
There are numerous bus operators in the South of Italy. We suggest the local operator because of their direct service, reliability and fair price.
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Operator: LAMANNA
Lamanna runs its service several times a day from Naples. Their name is printed in large writing across the side of the vehicle.
Note: the 2PM departure stops in the center of Padula (see map). We request that you choose this option. In the event that this isn't possible, we can help arrange a pick up from the bus stop below town. Costs for a single trip are around € 11, payable in cash to the driver upon boarding. Other departures from Naples on weekdays & Saturdays are: 11.15 AM -- 2.00 PM -- 5.15 PM -- 7.35PM For up-to-date travel times: autolineelamanna.it |
BUS STATION, NAPLES
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BUS STOP, PADULA CENTER
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2B. BY TRAIN + BUS
Train services currently run up to Battipaglia or Eboli, about 40 minutes north of Padula by car. The remainder of the trajectory is covered by bus for the entire Vallo di Diano area.
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Operator: TRENITALIA (Italian railways)
Trains leave from Naples central station up to 5 times a day and run to either Battipaglia or Eboli, where you transfer on to the Trenitalia bus. Both stations have only one exit that gives on to a parking where the bus will usually already be waiting. You can recognize the bus by the Railway logo and the number BU NA2** behind the windscreen. Tickets cost approx. €10 for the entire trip, to be bought at least 10 minutes beforehand at the station in one of the machines, at the ticket office, on the Trenitalia website, or on thetrainline.com website or app. |
EBOLI STATION Transfer
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BATTIPAGLIA STATION Transfer
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Arrival in Padula
The Trenitalia bus will stop by the main road close to Padula, where you will be picked up for the last leg of your journey.
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PADULA BUS STOP
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from ROme - Fiumicino airport
1. GETTING FROM FIUMICINO AIRPORT TO ROMA TERMINI TRAIN STATION
The Leonardo Express train leaves from and arrives at the train station at Fiumicino Airport, located near Terminal 3 (international departures). Operated by Trenitalia, this non-stop service connects the Roma Termini train station to the Rome Fiumicino Airport. Travel time is 32 minutes, with departures scheduled every 15 minutes.
Book here:
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/services/leonardo-express.html
Book here:
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/services/leonardo-express.html
2. GETTING FROM ROMA TERMINI TRAIN STATION TO PADULA
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From Roma Termini you will travel by train to either Napoli or Battipaglia (sometimes both) depending on the train you choose. You will then transfer to the substitute bus service that will bring you to the bus stop below Padula. The substitute bus has taken the place of the now-defunct railway line that ran through the Vallo di Diano until the early 90s.
We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey. You can book your ticket through Trainline.com or directly through Trenitalia.com The bus will stop near the pin on this map, on the opposite side of the street. Unfortunately a precise location isn't available! |
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from rome - ciampino airport
From Rome Ciampino airport you will need to first make your way to Roma Termini.
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1. GETTING FROM CIAMPINO TO ROMA TERMINI
From Ciampino airport main exit, you will find the Terravision bus stop right outside the terminal. You will recognize the bus by its white color with purple/pink logo.
The trip to Termini station costs approx. €6 and takes 45mins. You should procure a ticket at the Terravision desk in the Arrivals hall or online on https://www.terravision.eu/. |
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2. GETTING FROM ROMA TERMINI TRAIN STATION TO PADULA
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From Roma Termini you will travel by train to either Napoli or Battipaglia (sometimes both) depending on the train you choose. You will then transfer to the substitute bus service that will bring you to the bus stop below Padula. The substitute bus has taken the place of the now-defunct railway line that ran through the Vallo di Diano until the early 90s.
We will pick you up from the bus stop for the last part of your journey. You can book your ticket through Trainline.com or directly through Trenitalia.com The bus will stop near the pin on this map, on the opposite side of the street. Unfortunately a precise location isn't available! |
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From salerno station
From Salerno Station, the best option is by bus with the local operator, LAMANNA.
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In case your (fast) train runs only to Naples station, please refer to the FROM NAPLES section. If you take a train to Salerno, this will reduce your travel time on the bus by almost an hour, so worth your while.
From the station, take a short walk (250m) to the bus stop, which you will find by the seaside. You will recognize the Lamanna bus by their logo on the side of the vehicle. Tickets cost approx €6.90 for a single trip, payable in cash to the driver upon boarding. Note: the 2:50PM departure stops in the center of Padula. We request that you choose this option. In the event that this isn't possible, we can help arrange a pick up from the bus stop below town. Other departures on weekdays: 6.25AM -- 8.10AM -- 12.15PM -- 2.50PM -- 4.00PM -- 6.10PM -- 10.00PM For up-to-date travel times: autolineelamanna.it |
SALERNO BUS STOP
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PADULA BUS STOP
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private transport options
While trains and buses provide by far the cheapest travel options, there is something to be said for the comfort and speed of private transport.
Costs are around €200 from Naples, with a travel time of approx. 1h50m.
Costs from Salerno are around €150, with a travel time of approx. 1h10m.
Prices are subject to fluctuation due to changing gas prices and some surcharges may apply on weekends/evenings. The actual price is based on a quote for a specific date and time.
We are unaware of private transport options directly from Rome, but you could consider taking a fast train (Frecciarossa or Italo) from Rome Termini to Naples (1h10m) or to Salerno (1h45m) before transferring to private transportation.
Feel free to let us know if you wish to use private transport and we will help you get a quote and book your trip and help coordinate a ride share with another member(s) of your residency group to reduce costs.
Costs are around €200 from Naples, with a travel time of approx. 1h50m.
Costs from Salerno are around €150, with a travel time of approx. 1h10m.
Prices are subject to fluctuation due to changing gas prices and some surcharges may apply on weekends/evenings. The actual price is based on a quote for a specific date and time.
We are unaware of private transport options directly from Rome, but you could consider taking a fast train (Frecciarossa or Italo) from Rome Termini to Naples (1h10m) or to Salerno (1h45m) before transferring to private transportation.
Feel free to let us know if you wish to use private transport and we will help you get a quote and book your trip and help coordinate a ride share with another member(s) of your residency group to reduce costs.
