8 of the best · Naples, United States
Getting to and Around Naples
Airports, driving times, ride-hailing and buses.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
What's onThis week in Naples
Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Naples.
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The main airport for Naples
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
The main airport for Naples, about 30 miles north, with flights across the US and some international routes.
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The easiest way to explore
Car hire and driving
A car is the easiest way to explore Naples and the Paradise Coast; drive on the right.
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A day or night in Key West
Key West Express ferry
High-speed catamarans from Fort Myers Beach to Key West, about three and a half hours each way.
The full list: Getting Around, A–Z
Airports 3
Flying in.
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Long-haul options by road
Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and Orlando airports
The big Florida hubs, all reachable by car: Fort Lauderdale and Miami about 2 hours, Tampa about 2½–3 hours, Orlando about 3½–4.
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Private jets; airline flights planned
Naples Airport (APF)
Naples’ own airport, used by private and charter flights; American Airlines has announced flights to Charlotte.
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The main airport for Naples
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
The main airport for Naples, about 30 miles north, with flights across the US and some international routes.
On the ground 4
Cars, Uber and buses.
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Across the state by coach
Bus to Miami: Greyhound and FlixBus
Greyhound and FlixBus run coaches from Naples to Miami and other Florida cities.
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The easiest way to explore
Car hire and driving
A car is the easiest way to explore Naples and the Paradise Coast; drive on the right.
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Local buses
Collier Area Transit (CAT)
Collier County’s public bus network, CAT, links downtown, North Naples and Marco Island.
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Easy for evenings out
Uber, Lyft and taxis
Uber and Lyft operate across Naples and to and from the airport.
By sea 1
Ferries.
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A day or night in Key West
Key West Express ferry
High-speed catamarans from Fort Myers Beach to Key West, about three and a half hours each way.
