How to Get to Maiori and Get Around the Amalfi Coast

Where Maiori is and why it matters for getting around

Maiori is on the Amalfi Coast between Amalfi and Salerno, overlooking one of the few flat areas along the coast. The town center stretches along the sea and behind the seafront, and it does not require the long stairways that characterize other villages in the area.

It is a convenient location for anyone who wants to use it as a base: to the west you can reach Minori and Amalfi, to the east Cetara and Salerno.

The gateways: Naples and Salerno

Anyone arriving from farther away almost always passes through two cities. Naples has the airport and the main railway station; Salerno is the real hub for the Amalfi Coast, with a station, port, and departures of buses and ferries to the coast.

Maiori has no railway station: the final stretch must therefore be covered by sea or by road. The most straightforward route is by train to Salerno, then ferry or bus.

By ferry: from Salerno and Amalfi

In the warmer months, Maiori is connected by ferry with Salerno and Amalfi. It is the most pleasant choice, because you see the coast from the sea and avoid traffic on the main road, which can slow down a lot on summer weekends.

Connections are seasonal and depend on sea conditions. Before planning your day, check the official websites of the shipping companies and verify the day’s departures, including the last return.

By bus along the main road

The Amalfi Coast is served by local buses, including SITA buses, which run along the main road between Salerno, Maiori, Amalfi and the other towns. They are inexpensive, frequent during peak periods and let you hop on and off at the various towns.

A few practical tips:

• sit on the sea side, if you can, to enjoy the view;
• in high season the rides can be crowded, so do not plan connections that are too tight;
• always check routes and frequencies on official channels, because they change with the seasons.

By car: scenic road and parking

You reach Maiori by driving the Amalfi State Road, narrow and full of bends, or by descending from the hinterland through the Valico di Chiunzi. Drive carefully: intersections with buses and larger vehicles require patience.

The real issue is parking. In the summer months, spaces near the sea fill up quickly, so check parking areas and any traffic restrictions on the municipality’s website. If you are staying in town, ask your accommodation how to handle the car before arrival.

On foot in town and to nearby places

In Maiori, you can do almost everything on foot. The seafront and the center are flat, while reaching the Collegiata di Santa Maria a Mare, in an elevated position, requires a short climb.

If you want to walk to Minori, the Sentiero dei Limoni passes through lemon groves and is a pleasant way to move between towns. Before setting out, always check the trail conditions and any closures through official sources.

Combining transport to explore the coast

The best trips combine more than one means of transport: ferry to Amalfi and bus back, or bus to Cetara and a relaxed return at sunset. Erchie, a nearby hamlet, is also reachable with short trips from Maiori.

To avoid getting stuck, check return times in advance, especially in the evening and out of season. Ferries can be canceled in rough seas: always keep a road alternative.

Small tips for arriving without stress

Travel light: bulky bags on crowded buses become a problem, and in the villages you may have to walk part of the way. Bring comfortable shoes, even if only for the changes in elevation toward the viewpoints.

Finally, treat timetables as indications to be confirmed: ferries, buses and traffic conditions change according to season, weather and works. Checking the day before on official channels avoids most problems.