Naples Metro — Map, Lines, Route, Hours, Tickets

Construction of the Naples Metro began in the 1970s as part of a major urban regeneration plan. However, the infamous Irpinia earthquake of 1980, which devastated Naples and the surrounding area, led to a long delay in the opening of the metro. It wasn’t until 1993, almost two decades after construction began, that the first section of the metro was opened to the public. This inaugural line connected the Vanvitelli and Colli Aminei stations. Today this line has been extended to the newly opened Municipio station.

ANM (Azienda Napoletana Mobilitá), a public company owned by the Municipality of Naples, manages the Metropolitana di Napoli. This agency oversees public transport in Naples, the capital of the Campania region. ANM’s responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of the Naples Metro and the city’s bus and tram services.

The Metropolitana di Napoli currently spans 18 km through the city centre, with 19 stations along its length. In addition, the system includes 2.3 km of light rail with four additional stations. This brings the total network to 20.3km and 23 stations.

The Naples metro is renowned for its beautiful architecture and the wide range of artistic works displayed in its stations. The project, known as “Stazioni dell’arte” or “Stations of Art”, has transformed the metro into an underground museum. Each station features unique designs and installations, making it a destination in its own right.

The system is also known as the Metropolitana. It carries around 470,000 passengers a day. Unfortunately, there is no information on fares. It does not operate 24 hours a day, nor does it have air conditioning. It is not possible to walk between platforms and the trains are not driverless.

The platforms are not equipped with screen doors. The service is managed by Metronapoli. Operating hours are from 6:00 to 23:15 from Monday to Sunday. The fare is €1.

Naples Metro Map

Map of Naples Metro showing different lines. Click on the map to enlarge it or download the Naples Metro map in PDF format.

Lines of Metropolitana di Napoli

The Naples underground consists of two lines. The first, Line 1 or Collinare (Hilly), was inaugurated in 1993. It is an underground railway that connects the city centre with the hilly Vomero district. In 2009, Line 1 won the Most Innovative Approach to Station Development Award in London for its remarkable architecture and design. In addition, Toledo station, part of Line 1, was voted the most beautiful station in Europe by The Daily Telegraph in 2012 and received the same recognition from CNN in 2014.

Line 1 of the Naples Metro currently has 18 stations, with further expansion planned by 2020. Each station is equipped with numerous facilities, including 52 elevators and various industrial equipment such as mechanical stairs, elevated platforms and moving walkways, to facilitate mobility for passengers, including those with disabilities.

Line 6, the second line of the Naples underground, is a surface line inaugurated on 11 January 2007. It currently has only four stations. However, ANM is planning to extend Line 6 from Mergellina station to Municipio station on Line 1, adding another four stops. Line 6 has 11 lifts and 14 mechanical staircases and has a capacity of 7,200 passengers at a time, with trains running every 4.5 minutes. The line has the potential to carry up to 11,400 passengers with trains running every 3 minutes.

Stations on Line 1: Piscinola, Chiaiano, Frullone, Colli Aminei, Policlinico, Rione Alto, Montedonzelli Medaglie d’Oro, Vanvitelli, Quattro Giornate, Salvator Rosa, Materdei, Museo, Dante, Toledo, Municipio, Università, Garibaldi.

Stations of line 6: Mostra, Augusto, Lala, Mergellina.

Hours and Connections

Line 1 operates seven days a week from 06:00 to 23:00. However, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, the secondary exits at Rione Alto, Montedonzelli and Montecalvario stations are closed to the public. Line 1 connects the northern region of Piscinola/Scampia with Garibaldi station, where it connects with the national high speed trains, the mountain region of Vomero and the city’s old town.

On working days, Line 1 trains run every 8 minutes during rush hours at an average speed of 32 km/h. It carries an average of 135,000 passengers per week and 50,000 passengers on weekends and holidays.

Line 6 has the same operating hours as Line 1. It connects with line 1 at Municipio station and with the Cumana train at Tecchio station. Mergellina station is connected to the Trenitalia system and line 2.

Fares in Naples Metro

To use the underground, you need to buy a regular ticket, which can be bought at almost 1,059 authorised points of sale throughout the city, in addition to the 365 points of sale managed by the Municipality of Naples.

Another option is to use the SMS service provided by the ANM company, which allows you to buy a ticket by sending an SMS from a mobile phone or smartphone. The cost is charged to the user’s telephone account or credit card.

In January 2015, the company restructured its fare system and introduced new regulations throughout the Campania region, including the city of Naples. As a result, a more attractive fare system has been introduced, based on integrated fares for the different services provided by the company, such as the surface bus service, funicular railway and metro.

The basic fare for travel on the Metropolitana di Napoli is €1. However, there are several types of ticket that may be more convenient for certain citizens or tourists:

Biglietto Orario: An integrated ticket that allows you to use all the public transport managed by ANM in the city of Naples for 90 minutes. It costs €1.50.
Biglietto Giornaliero: This option allows you to use all ANM services for one day. If you use only one means of transport, the cost is €3.50. The integrated ticket of this type costs €4.50.
Biglietto Settimanale: This ticket allows you to use all ANM public transport in Naples for one week. It costs €12.00 for a single ticket and €15.80 for an integrated ticket.
Abbonamento Mensile: Similar to the previous one, it is a ticket for one month. The user can buy the version for one transport system for 35,00 € or an integrated ticket for 42,00 €.
Abbonamento Annuale: This is the most expensive option, but it offers the most advantages for residents of Naples. It is an annual ticket and costs €235.20 for a single system or €294.00 for all ANM transport systems.

Student Allowance

Since 20 July 2016, students resident in the Campania region have been able to obtain a special ticket that allows them to use public transport in the city of Naples free of charge, including the Naples Metro. The conditions to be fulfilled are

Must be resident in the Campania region and aged between 11 and 26.
Be enrolled for the current academic year in a public or private school, high school, undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate course.
Must live more than 1 km from the school.
Must have the ISEE certificate for an income of less than €35,000 per year.

Once these requirements have been met, students will receive a smart card for a one-off payment of €10, plus an additional €40 for insurance costs. This student card is valid for the academic period for which it is requested. After this period, the card becomes invalid until it is renewed. The card allows you to use the Metropolitana di Napoli and other ANM public transport services.

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Rules and Regulations

Prohibited Actions:

Unauthorised access to the driver’s cab, to areas reserved for staff or to technical installations is prohibited.
Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed access to areas managed by the ANM company. Access will also be denied to people wearing skates or without shoes.
It is forbidden to carry dangerous or large objects in the metro stations or trains.
Singing, playing music, shouting or using portable radios without headphones is not allowed. Any kind of disturbance to passengers travelling through the stations and trains of the system is prohibited.
It is not allowed to put posters or leaflets on the walls of stations and trains.
It is forbidden to lean or stretch any part of the body outside the windows of the train, or to throw any object on the tracks.
It is forbidden to tamper with emergency devices, except in dangerous situations.
It is forbidden to occupy more than one seat with bags, luggage or to obstruct the passage of other passengers.
Distracting the staff from their work is not allowed.
It is forbidden to beg in stations or on trains.
It is forbidden to smoke in stations or on trains.

Precautions when Boarding and Alighting the Train

Be aware of the gap between the platform and the floor of the train.
Form an orderly line when boarding the train.
Allow other passengers to disembark before boarding the train and stay clear of the doors when the warning light is on.
Do not attempt to board or disembark when the door closing sound begins or when the doors begin to close. Never try to get on or off the train while it is moving.
Anticipate the arrival of the train on the departure platform and avoid leaning against the doors.

Transport of animals: One small or medium-sized dog per passenger is permitted. The dog must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle so as not to cause discomfort to other passengers. This service is free of charge.

Transport of infants: Children under 6 years of age may travel free of charge if they do not occupy a seat. However, they must be accompanied by a responsible adult holding a valid ticket or travel card and a child ID card to verify their age.

Baggage allowance: Baggage allowance is free for items not exceeding 20kg or 70x50x30cm. Luggage exceeding these dimensions cannot be carried on trains.

Bicycle transport: Bicycles can be transported free of charge on Line 1 and Line 6. On Line 6, one bicycle can be transported throughout the day. On Line 1, however, bicycle transport is restricted to weekdays from 6:00am to 7:00am and from 8:00pm to the end of the service.

Penalties:

Failure to comply with any of the above rules or to respect the facilities provided by the Metropolitana di Napoli may result in a fine of up to 100 times the cost of the ticket.

Airport Connections:

Getting from the centre of Naples to the airport is very easy. Good public transport links make it easy for visitors to get from one place to another. To get to the airport, passengers should take the line 1 train to Garibaldi station. From there they should go to the Alibus bus stop near the metro station. The bus to the airport leaves every 20 minutes and the journey to Naples airport takes between 15 and 20 minutes. The bus terminates at the bus station inside the airport complex.

If you are travelling from the airport to the centre of Naples, take the Alibus from the bus station inside the airport to the central railway station. This bus only makes two stops, one at the Garibaldi station and the other at the port of Naples.

Nearby Tourist Attractions

Among the wide range of tourist and cultural attractions that the city of Naples has to offer, there are three places that are not to be missed. The first is the Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno), located in front of the Municipio station of line 1 of the Metropolitana di Napoli, in the square of the same name. This sculpture was built during the reign of Enrique de Guzman in the 16th and 17th centuries. Nearby, tourists can also admire the magnificent Palace of San Giacomo, the beautiful Castel Nuovo and enjoy a panoramic view of Vesuvius and the city bridge.

The monumental Piazza Dante, in the centre of the city, is very close to the station. This symbol of Naples pays tribute to one of Italy’s most famous writers. Another must-see is the National Archaeological Museum, located near the Museo station. Considered one of the most important in Europe, it houses sculptures, paintings and artefacts from ancient Egypt and attracts more than 200,000 visitors each year.

Art Stations

The art stations in the Naples underground were initiated as a project by the city council. The idea was to present contemporary art to residents and tourists in a beautiful and harmonious environment. Passengers can enjoy artistic creations that aim to spread a love of art and raise awareness of its importance for people. The works are by the best contemporary artists, resulting in an extraordinary variety of styles. A total of 200 works have been assembled under the artistic coordination of Achille Bonito Olivia. This project is one of the largest exhibitions of religious art outside of a traditional museum; in other words, it is the largest open museum in the world. In addition to its contribution to humanity, the project has also been a catalyst for the modernisation of the city.