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Ferry schedules change often; the times listed here refer to the current week. Be sure to check schedules again a few days before your travel dates.
In the event of rough seas, hydrofoil routes may be suspended and you'll have to travel by ferry.
In the event of very rough seas, all ferry routes may be suspended. We suggest contacting the ferry companies for updated information.
Information for hydrofoils and ferries from Sorrento, Italy
Schedules
Ferry routes from Sorrento to Capri and Naples are active all year round. Fewer ferries run in the winter months and the hydrofoil to Naples only runs from Monday to Friday. Ferries to Positano, Amalfi, Salerno, Ischia, and Procida run from April through October and there are more ferries routes to Capri during these months. You need to arrive at the port about 15 minutes before departure to board your ferry.
Travel times for the main routes:
Sorrento - Capri: 30 minutes
Sorrento - Naples: 50 minutes
Sorrento - Positano: 40 minutes
Prices
Prices refer to a single one-way ticket. Children under 3 travel free. Discounts are available for children under 12 and residents of Sorrento traveling to Naples. Discounts for traveling to Capri are reserved for residents of the island.
Luggage
Hand luggage is included in the ferry ticket price. Larger luggage can be transported on the ferry for €2 per bag. Luggage storage is available at the Sorrento port.
Booking
We suggest you pre-purchase your tickets online for travel during the months of July and August, on holiday weekends, and for routes to Capri. If you purchased your tickets online, you'll have to present your voucher at the ferry ticket window to receive your tickets. You can also purchase ferry tickets in advance directly at the port.
How to reach the port
The Sorrento port is “Marina Piccola” and can be reached from the main square, Piazza Tasso, by taking the staircase. It's about a ten-minute walk (downhill when departing and uphill when returning). You can also take the elevator from Villa Comunale or the bus from a number of locations in town and the Circumvesuviana train station.
Embarking cars
The only ferry line from Sorrento that allows you to embark a vehicle is Caremar for Capri. Non-residents are not allowed to bring their vehicles to Capri between April and October.
Parking
There is a parking area at the port of Sorrento, but spaces are limited and you must navigate a steep and winding road to reach it. We suggest parking in the center of Sorrento at Sorrento Parking, which offers a convenient shuttle service to the port. You can leave your car in their secure parking garage and get to and from the ferry via the shuttle or on foot.
In the event of rough seas
Routes may be suspended in the event of rough seas. Hydrofoil routes are suspended before the Caremar ferry routes. Be sure to pay attention to the weather forecast if traveling between October and April, or you may get stuck on Capri!
Information for passengers with reduced mobility
By law, all ferries must be accessible for passengers with reduced mobility. The crew is happy to offer assistance during boarding and disembarking.