How to Get to Minori: Bus, Ferry, Car and Trails

Where it is and how to get oriented

Minori is a compact town overlooking a small bay a few kilometres from Amalfi, in the direction of Maiori. Above it, on the mountain, is Ravello. The entire centre can be comfortably explored on foot, so once you arrive you won’t need any transport to get around.

Its midway position is an advantage: the connections serving Amalfi and Maiori pass through here, and anyone staying in the area can also reach Minori for a day trip.

By bus along the 163 road

This is the most common option. SITA local buses run along the Amalfi Coast road and connect the towns of the coast, with stops in Minori too. From Salerno you travel up the coast toward Maiori and then Minori; from Amalfi it is just a short ride in the opposite direction.

From Sorrento and Positano the journey is longer and generally requires a change in Amalfi. Allow extra time, especially during busier periods, when buses can be crowded and the road slower.

Timetables, frequencies and ticket sales points change with the season: always check them on the operator’s official website before leaving.

By ferry, in season

During the warmer months, Minori is also reached by sea, with seasonal ferry connections. Arriving from the water offers a different perspective on the coast and lets you avoid traffic on the road.

However, services depend on the season, weather and sea conditions, and may change from one year to the next. Before planning your day around a ferry, check the shipping companies’ websites for service days, departure ports and return times. Always keep a land alternative.

By car: road and parking

The 163 road is scenic but narrow and winding, with many curves above the sea. It calls for calm driving and attention to larger vehicles, which often have trouble passing each other.

Parking in the coastal towns is limited, especially in high season. Check in advance for parking areas and any traffic restrictions by consulting the municipality website and local road signs. If you can, leave the car for the entire stay and get around by public transport.

From Salerno, Naples and the airports

Salerno is the most convenient starting point: it has a train station and a port, and buses to the coast depart from there. Those arriving in Naples, for example by plane, can reach Salerno by train and then continue by bus or, in season, by ferry.

To arrive with fewer changes and less rush, choose times that leave some margin between one connection and the next: delays are not uncommon on the coast.

On foot: from Maiori and from Ravello

Minori can also be reached on foot, and in this case the journey becomes part of the experience. From Maiori there is the Sentiero dei Limoni, which crosses cultivated terraced slopes; from Ravello, stepped paths descend all the way into town.

These routes are suitable for those with a minimum of training and proper footwear. The condition of the trails and any closures may vary: before setting out, check the latest information with the municipality or tourist offices.

Practical tips for planning your arrival

A few precautions make the trip easier:

• Travel light: stairs and narrow lanes are not ideal for bulky luggage.
• Always check official sources for timetables, services and availability.
• In high season, leave early to find a place on transport and travel with less traffic.
• Combine transport options: outbound by bus and return by ferry, or on foot, makes the day more varied.

Once you arrive, the town can be discovered at a leisurely pace, without needing any further travel.