The ferry companies that operate on the Positano - Sorrento route offer frequent daily trips in high season and less frequent in low season.

• High season (April-October): Frequent crossings from early morning until afternoon.

• Low season (November-March): Limited crossings, which are subject to cancellation in the event of bad weather or rough seas.

The crossing takes about 40 minutes on average, with the first departure around 9 am and the last around 6:30 pm.

• Hydrofoils: Fast and comfortable

• Passenger ferry: Slightly slower, but with outdoor seating

• Positano: Departure from Spiaggia Grande pier.

• Sorrento: Arrival at Marina Piccola. You can easily reach the center by bus or elevator.

Positano doesn’t have an actual port but rather just a dock. Weather conditions can affect the crossings, so we recommend you check the weather and be ready to evaluate alternatives in the event your crossing gets canceled due to rough seas.

The Port of Marina Piccola in Sorrento has ticket offices, snack bars, and direct transport to the city center.

• On foot: The port is about 10 minutes on foot from the centrally located Piazza Tasso. Going up to the center from the port you have to climb a staircase with about 100 steps.

• By elevator: The elevator is located behind the beach clubs and goes from the port to Villa Comunale.

• Bus: Buses with Cooperativa Tasso go from the port to the center, stopping in Piazza Sant’Antonino and at the Circumvesuviana station.

If ferries aren’t available, you can opt for:

• SITA bus: SITA buses make frequent runs between Positano and Sorrento. The trip takes about 40 minutes. Buses leave from the upper part of Positano (the stops are “Chiesa Nuova” and “La Sponda”).

• Taxi or private transfer: Taxis and private transfers are more convenient but also more costly than public transport (about 80-100 euros).

• NLG (Navigazione Libera del Golfo)

• Alicost

• Alilauro

• Lucibello

• Air-conditioning

• Comfortable seats

• Restrooms

• Outdoor areas to enjoy the view

Sorrento is perfect for a day trip. Here are some recommended activities:

• Walk in the historic center: Explore the picturesque streets, visit the Cathedral and the Cloister of San Francesco.

• Villa Comunale: Take in the scenic viewpoint looking across the Gulf of Naples.

• Limoncello tasting: Discover the traditional local distilleries.

• Bagni della Regina Giovanna: Visit this evocative natural swimming hole just a few kilometers from the center.

• Shopping: Find unique souvenirs and artisanal products including soaps made with local lemons and traditional Capri sandals.

Prices in Sorrento are generally lower than in Positano. From Sorrento you can also get to the ruins of Pompeii by taking the Circumvesuviana train.