Pompeii to Positano: Road Trip Guide & Distance

8.2 miles 13.2 km · straight line
22.1 miles actual route 35.6 km · driving distance
46min estimated drive time
€4 - €5 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
185° S bearing direction

How far is Pompeii from Positano?

The distance from Pompeii to Positano is 8.2 miles (13.2 km) as the crow flies. Positano is located S of Pompeii. By car, the driving distance is approximately 22.1 miles, taking about 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in Italy.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Pompeii and Positano. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Pompeii to Positano

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 46min €4 - €5 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Pompeii
40.75°N, 14.50°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
Positano
40.63°N, 14.48°E
Europe/Rome
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM