What time should I arrive to park at the 'Poggerola Free Parking' in Amalfi?

During the off-season, there are usually spots available around 9:00 AM, but during the peak season starting in April, it is recommended to arrive around 8:00 AM. This is because the parking lot is not very large and is located in a mountain village far from the center of Amalfi.

Where can I buy a ticket for bus 5120 from the Poggerola parking lot to the center of Amalfi, and how much does it cost?

You can purchase it at a small shop called 'Cose Di Casa Di Cuomo Rita e Cuomo Carlo' near the parking lot. A one-way ticket costs 1.5 euros, and the bus ride to the center of Amalfi takes about 20 minutes.

Why is it not recommended to drive a rental car from Sorrento to Amalfi?

The winding mountain roads are very narrow, and locals often do not slow down at sharp curves, making it potentially dangerous. Driving is especially difficult during the peak season from April through the summer, as the narrow roads become heavily congested with vehicles.

What do the letters G, F, H, and S on the bus schedule from the Poggerola stop to Amalfi mean?

G means daily service, and F means weekday service (excluding Sundays and public holidays). H stands for holiday service, and S means the bus only runs on school days (excluding school vacations). Be sure to check these carefully based on the day of your visit.

Sorrento to Amalfi Drive 2026: Free Parking Guide

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Sorrento to Amalfi Drive 2026: Free Parking Guide | TRVLOGUE

Sorrento to Amalfi Road Trip by Rental Car

While staying in Sorrento, we decided to take a rental car

on a day trip to explore the iconic towns of

Amalfi and Positano.

Since we chose to drive, our biggest concern

was definitely parking.

Here is a detailed guide on how we found free parking in Amalfi.

Contents.

1. Driving to Amalfi: Why Renting Might Not Be for Everyone

2. Amalfi Free Parking Guide

3. Quick Impressions of Amalfi

1. Sorrento to Amalfi Drive

The Amalfi Coast and Positano are often highlighted as the crown jewels of Southern Italy.

Since we were based in Sorrento, we started early, driving past Positano to hit Amalfi first before stopping in Positano on our way back.

To be completely honest, if your schedule allows, I highly recommend booking a guided day tour from Rome or Naples instead of driving yourself.

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We started our day with a peaceful early morning walk around Sorrento before setting off.

As the sun rose during our walk, we could see Mount Vesuvius standing majestically in the distance.

After a quick, simple breakfast in town, we finally hit the road toward Amalfi.

The route is a series of incredibly winding mountain roads carved directly into the cliffs.

While the scenery is absolutely breathtaking, the roads are exceptionally narrow.

There is a reason why locals drive tiny compact cars here; the roads are tight and the parking spots are even tighter. What makes it nerve-wracking is that Italian drivers do not seem to slow down at all around these blind, sharp curves.

It was quite terrifying, to say the least!

From April through the peak summer season, these narrow corridors get incredibly congested with traffic.

We pulled over at a roadside stand to grab what looked like fresh grapefruit juice, but it turned out to be wildly overpriced. At least we got to hang out with a cute local cat, which made up for the tourist tax.

2. Amalfi Free Parking Info

After a tense drive, we finally arrived at our parking destination.

You can find this spot on Google Maps under Poggerola Free Parking.

📍 Poggerola Free Parking
Via Papa Leone X, 46, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy

We left Sorrento very early because we heard you need to arrive early to secure a spot.

We arrived around 9:00 AM. Since we visited slightly outside the peak summer rush, we managed to find a spot. During high season, you will likely need to arrive by 8:00 AM to get lucky.

The parking lot itself is relatively small.

Keep in mind that this parking lot is located high up in the mountains, quite a distance from the main center of Amalfi.

Because it is nestled in a quiet, tight-knit mountain hamlet, vehicle break-ins are highly unlikely here.

Our car remained completely safe and untouched until we returned.

From here, you will need to take a local bus down to Amalfi.

If this transfer sounds like too much hassle, you can always opt for the paid parking garages in downtown Amalfi.

However, those lots fill up fast, often require waiting in long lines, and cost upwards of €3 (approx. $3.30) per hour depending on the season.

Choose whichever option fits your travel style best.

Before boarding the bus, you must purchase your bus tickets.

I read online that you could buy them at a local cocktail bar, but it was closed when we arrived.

Looking around, we spotted a small convenience store with a "Bus Tickets" sign out front and successfully purchased our tickets there.

The shop is called Cose Di Casa Di Cuomo Rita e Cuomo Carlo, located just a short walk down from the parking lot.

This is the bus we took: Line 5120.

The bus stop is right around the corner. If you stand at the stop and look to your right, the wall above is where the parking lot is located.

The name of the bus stop is POGEROLA.

Bus stop location

Buses run roughly every 30 minutes.

You can refer to the image below for the Amalfi - Pogerola bus timetable:

Amalfi Bus Timetable

Note the schedule codes: G = Daily / F = Weekdays (excluding Sundays and holidays) / H = Sundays and Holidays / S = School days only (does not run during school holidays).

Make sure to double-check these letters before planning your return!

On the way down, some stretches of the road are so narrow that they only fit a single vehicle. Drivers will honk loudly before taking these blind corners to warn oncoming traffic.

The bus ride down to Amalfi takes about 20 minutes.

The ticket price is currently €1.50 (approx. $1.65) each way.

Between admiring the coastal views and marveling at the driver’s incredible steering skills, the ride flies by.

When you want to head back up, you will catch the Pogerola-bound bus from the same area.

The bus station in Amalfi is quite large and functions as a central terminal for the area.

3. Amalfi Road Trip Reflections

*Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi)

Amalfi is a compact town, meaning you can easily explore its core in a short amount of time.

Starting from the main cathedral, walking up the sloping streets to discover tiny local boutiques, narrow alleys, and historic architecture is incredibly charming.

It is a lovely place to spend a few hours. However, because the alleyways are narrow, I imagine it gets incredibly crowded and difficult to navigate during the peak summer months.