Private car transfer
from Rome to Positano

Positano is a coastal town on Italy's spectacularly beautiful Amalfi Coast. This town is one of the most naturally stunning in the world, with its sparkling beaches, iconic cliff sides, tasty local dishes, and vibrant nightlife. In travel circles, it is well known for being a luxury honeymoon destination and sophisticated resort town because of its charming boutiques, colorful homes, cliffside cafes, and seaside location.

Travel with a private car service like Daytrip, and you can count on your reliable and professional drivers to get you from Rome to Positano safely and comfortably. On a car trip to Positano with Daytrip, you can enrich your travel experience by talking to your English-speaking driver about local culture, and stop for sightseeing, hiking, beach lazing, and walking ancient archaeological sites before you reach this Mediterranean paradise.

With Daytrip, you'll be soaking up the rays in Positano in no time, and if you feel like it, you'll even get to sightsee along the way!

The steeply stacked houses seem to defy gravity, a kaleidoscope of peach, pink, and terracotta cascading into the cobalt waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The entire town is built into the cliffs, so no matter where you want to go, you'll need to wander, climb, or descend stairs. With its rich palette, it's not hard to see why Positano is a jewel of Italy and an emblem of Mediterranean beauty.

Remarkably, it was part of the Republic of Amalfi during the 9th-11th centuries. During the 10th century, when Positano was at its peak, it rivaled Venice as one of the most important mercantile cities in the world. This isn't difficult to believe, considering Positano played an integral role in writing the first maritime laws.

Unfortunately, its importance didn't last, and it faced economic decline for centuries. Despite this decline and near ruin, it has captivated the hearts of dreamers and travelers for centuries. Still, it wasn't until the 1950s that Positano became a popular traveling destination and again began to grow.

Fortunately, ever since, it has grown exponentially from a fishing village into a pedestrian town with fashionable resorts, inviting restaurants, and numerous eye-grabbing attractions and fun activities. It is now a perfect example of how spectacular a town can be if it successfully blends natural beauty and cultural richness. Positano, and the other towns on the Amalfi Coast, have even been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for these very reasons.

Pack the essentials

It's indisputable that the journey from Rome to Positano will be one of the best driving experiences of your life. The route demonstrates just how beautiful Italy is, no matter the season. However, how you get between these two places isn't the only important aspect of your trip planning.

Keep essentials like sunscreen, comfortable shoes, a light jacket, an umbrella, and bottled water close at hand. Each of these items could come in handy as you tour the countryside and stop along the way before you get to Positano.

Book with a private car service

A private car service is the only direct way to get from Rome to Positano, so it's the best choice when you want to elevate this bucket-list experience.

Book with Daytrip and you won't just ride door-to-door in comfort, you'll be able to chat with your English-speaking driver about local culture, and can even stop for sightseeing along the way at Italian icons like Mount Vesuvius and the Pompeii Archaeological Site. All perks you won't get with any other transportation option.

Stop for sightseeing

Because taking a private car puts you in complete control of your trip from Rome to Positano, you can turn your car trip into an exciting Italian adventure. The road from Rome to Positano is filled with so much to see and do that some people turn it into a multi-day road trip. But even in a day, you can wander waterfall-filled Tivoli, or step back in time at UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Herculaneum or Pompeii. It'll make your trip that much more memorable.

From Rome to Positano by Daytrip private car service

The distance from Rome to Positano is 135 miles (272.2 km), and if you travel by car, this trip will only take a little over three hours and 10 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel between the two cities. And who doesn't want to get to Positano quickly so they can begin exploring?

With Daytri, your English-speaking professional driver will fetch you from your accommodation in Rome and take you to your destination in Positano. During your trip, you won't need to worry about handling your luggage or navigating the winding roads, as we'll do that for you. And unlike any other transportation option, you can stop for sightseeing!

Best of all, a trip starts at only 91 euros per seat, making Daytrip cost-effective, and you can relax and enjoy the coastal beauty and insider knowledge from your driver.

From Rome to Positano by train

You can travel via train to Naples and then transfer to another train from Naples to Sorrento. Once in Sorrento though, you'll need to take a bus or taxi to Positano.

If you have a larger budget and don't want to travel via Trenitalia trains, you can book with Italotreno, a private train operator in Italy. These trains are more comfortable, but tickets are slightly more costly. Tickets for the whole journey will be at least 25 euros, and if you get the express train, the trip will take about three hours and 48 minutes. So, if the extra hassle is worth it for you.

From Rome to Positano by taxi or shuttle

Many find traveling from Rome to Positano by taxi or shuttle to be one of the best and most convenient ways to get from one city to the next. Unfortunately, although this may be true, taking a taxi or shuttle can be incredibly expensive.

In fact, a private taxi can cost about 500 euros one way. A shuttle is a little cheaper if you’re traveling by yourself, with an average cost of around 150 to 250 euros per person. No matter how you look at it, with a taxi or shuttle, you must be prepared to pay out of your ears!

Of course, the upside to a taxi is you’re driven door-to-door, making the trip itself faster than the bus or train. But the price comes out to be the same as a private car, which offers better service, so is the price for a taxi worth it? Not really.

Flight from Rome to Positano

Some people prefer flying but don't even think about it here. Positano doesn't have an airport, so you can't fly from Rome to Positano. You would need to fly from Rome to Naples, which would be about 3 hours total travel time between getting to the airport, 2 hours for check-in and security, and about 50 minutes flight time. Once in Naples, you still have to take the same ground transportation options.

Music On The Rocks

Positano has become an international hotspot, so some world-class venues have popped up to cater to the jet-set. Music On The Rocks is maybe the most unique nightclub in town. The club is fun with its pumping tunes, vibrant atmosphere, and memorable structure—this is because Music On The Rocks is quite literally on the rocks, with the club in a cave! It's the only "true" nightlife option for those wanting to do more than relax at very chill bars in the town.

Visit the beaches

Positano has more than one beach, making it a dream destination for beach lovers. When you visit, you'll get to tour numerous beaches, relax on the sand, or go for a dip in the ocean. We recommend visiting a few of the beach clubs during your stay, as you'll truly relax and enjoy the sparkling waters and sand between your toes from a rented beach chair. Trust us; you'll want to rent a chair because some of the best beach clubs, like Treville Beach Club, La Scogliera, Arienzo Beach Club, and the One Fire Beach Club, get busy.