Practical Information for Herculaneum

This section provides useful information to help plan a visit to the Herculaneum excavations, including access to the excavation map and the online ticket office. These tools allow visitors to better understand the archaeological area and organize their visit in advance.

Map of the Herculaneum Excavations

Herculaneum
Download the map of the Herculaneum excavations and plan your visit to the archaeological site.

DOWNLOAD THE MAP

Online Ticket Office

Archaeological Excavations
You can purchase tickets online for the Pompeii excavations, Herculaneum, or for the entire Vesuvian Archaeological Circuit
(a single ticket to visit the five Vesuvian sites: Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, Stabiae and Boscoreale).

BUY TICKETS TO VISIT THE EXCAVATIONS

Transport

Herculaneum is easily reachable from Naples and from other towns in the Vesuvian area by train, Circumvesuviana railway, car, and private transport services. The available transport options allow visitors to choose the most suitable solution depending on their point of departure and travel needs.

Train Timetables

Italy
Are you planning to reach the Herculaneum excavations by train? Check the timetables and find the train that best suits your needs.

TRAIN TIMETABLES

Find the Best Driving Route

Italy
Are you planning to reach the Herculaneum excavations by car? Find the driving route that best suits your needs.

FIND THE BEST ROUTE

Circumvesuviana Railway

Campania
The Circumvesuviana is the railway service that connects the towns located on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and throughout the province of Naples. Would you like to reach the Herculaneum excavations using the Circumvesuviana? Check the train schedules.

CIRCUMVESUVIANA TIMETABLES

Check the train schedules
Plan Your Journey
Salerno
Auto Noleggio Aeroporto Salerno provides car rental services for travelers arriving at Salerno Airport, offering solutions to move independently towards Ercolano, Naples, and the main destinations in Campania.

VISIT THE WEBSITE
Chauffeur-Driven Car Services (NCC)
Campania
This section lists companies offering chauffeur-driven car services (NCC), a comfortable solution for traveling without public transport, ideal for transfers to and from airports, railway stations, and tourist destinations.

VISIT THE WEBSITE

Frequently asked questions about transport to Herculaneum

How can I reach Herculaneum by train?

To reach Herculaneum by train, it is necessary to travel first to Naples. From Naples, visitors can use the Circumvesuviana railway, which connects the main towns of the Vesuvian area, including Herculaneum.

How can I reach Herculaneum by car?

By car, it is recommended to use the Naples–Salerno motorway (A3) and take the Ercolano exit. From the motorway exit, the town center and the archaeological area can be reached by following local road signs.

Is it convenient to rent a car to visit Herculaneum?

It depends on travel plans. Car rental is a good option for visitors who need to move frequently for work or who have a tight travel itinerary. Otherwise, public transport is generally sufficient to reach Herculaneum and nearby destinations. Several car rental services are available, including options with vehicle delivery at the airport or near the airport.

Is a chauffeur-driven car service (NCC) a good option?

A chauffeur-driven car service is a comfortable and often recommended solution, especially for visitors who prefer stress-free travel. This option is usually more expensive than public transport, but offers greater comfort and flexibility.