How to pay for buses in Positano
No, you can't tap a card or pay the driver on Amalfi Coast SITA Sud buses. Buy a ticket before boarding at a tobacconist, bar or newsstand showing the SITA SUD logo, or in the Unico Campania app, then validate it on board.
Best option for tourists
Buy your SITA Sud ticket before boarding (a tabacchi, bar, newsstand or the Unico Campania app), validate it on the bus, and consider the €10 COSTIERASITA 24-hour pass if you're visiting several towns.
| Transport | Card | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Cash | Onboard | Advance ticket | Front door | Tap off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SITA Sud / Amalfi Coast busTickets are sold off the bus only; the main tourist trap is boarding without a valid, pre-bought ticket. | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Unknown | No |
Can you pay by card on the bus?
No. SITA Sud (EAV) buses on the Amalfi Coast do not accept contactless bank cards, Apple Pay or Google Pay on board, and tickets are not sold on the bus at all. You must have a valid ticket before you board.
Where do you buy Amalfi Coast bus tickets?
Buy at tobacconists (tabacchi), bars and newsstands displaying the SITA SUD logo, or digitally through the Unico Campania app. A ticket bought in the app must be activated before boarding — simply showing it on screen is not valid.
Can you buy from the driver?
No. Drivers do not sell tickets and can refuse to let you board without one. Treat advance purchase as required, and in summer buy a COSTIERASITA 24-hour pass if you plan to hop between towns.
Validating, boarding and busy summer buses
Validate (stamp) your ticket when you board — it is only valid once validated. Coastal buses fill quickly in summer, so arrive early and keep the right ticket ready before the bus arrives.
Common questions
Can I pay with card on the bus in Positano?
No. Amalfi Coast SITA Sud buses don't take bank cards or phone wallets on board, and don't sell tickets on board. Buy before boarding at a tabacchi, bar, newsstand or in the Unico Campania app.
Should I buy my Positano bus ticket in advance?
Yes — it's required in practice. Buy before boarding and validate on the bus, because crowded Amalfi Coast routes are not a place to discover the driver can't sell you a ticket.
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