Getting to Vesuvius National Park
Vesuvius National Park sits in Campania, Italy, with Naples the nearest town of any size — about 14.1 km (8.7 mi) out, or roughly 23 min of driving.
Drive times from Vesuvius National Park
Vesuvius National Park sits close enough to Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni National Park, Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, Circeo National Park, and Appennino Lucano – Val d'Agri – Lagonegrese National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Cilento, Vallo di Diano and Alburni National Park | 96.9 km (60.2 mi) | 1 hr 53 min |
| Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park | 118 km (73.3 mi) | 2 hr 11 min |
| Circeo National Park | 127 km (79.2 mi) | 2 hr 19 min |
| Appennino Lucano – Val d'Agri – Lagonegrese National Park | 131 km (81.3 mi) | 2 hr 22 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Naples | 14.1 km (8.7 mi) | 23 min |
| Nocera Inferiore | 19.9 km (12.4 mi) | 33 min |
| Cava Dè Tirreni | 27 km (16.7 mi) | 41 min |
| Caserta | 29.3 km (18.2 mi) | 43 min |
| Avellino | 32.1 km (20 mi) | 46 min |
| Santa Maria Capua Vetere | 32.6 km (20.3 mi) | 47 min |
| Capri | 33.9 km (21 mi) | 48 min |
| Salerno | 34.6 km (21.5 mi) | 49 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Vesuvius National Park?
Naples, about 14.1 km (8.7 mi) away — roughly 23 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Vesuvius National Park?
The practical bases are Naples, Nocera Inferiore, and Cava Dè Tirreni — all within a reasonable drive of the park.