- Must visit
MAR Positano Roman Villa
Archaeological museum beneath the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, showcasing a Roman villa with preserved frescoes and immersive underground visits.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
52 m
Ferries per day
18
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Salerno to Positano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Positano will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 18 ferries that leave Salerno for Positano on Fri, Jun 05, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct ferries cover the 24 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest ferries will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
MIZAR
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GOLFO DEI POETI
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TRAVELMAR
NLG JET
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ALICOSTOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a ferry costs an average of $20.
Distance: 12 nautical miles (24 km)
Most popular Ferry | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salerno to Positano:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Salerno to Positano costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Positano take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 11m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Positano ferries for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GOLFO DEI POETI | 8:25 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h50 | 9:15 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
ALICOST | 7:50 AM Port of Salerno | 0h55 | 8:45 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALICOST | 8:00 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h20 | 9:20 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
NLG JET | 8:25 AM Port of Salerno | 0h50 | 9:15 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 8:40 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h05 | 9:45 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
ALICOST | 8:40 AM Port of Salerno | 1h10 | 9:50 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:40 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 10:55 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
MIZAR | 9:50 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h40 | 11:30 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
COASTLINES | 10:00 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 10:40 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 11:55 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:10 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 12:25 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:40 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 12:55 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 1:10 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 2:25 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 2:10 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 3:25 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
MIZAR | 2:35 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h55 | 3:30 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 3:30 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 4:45 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 5:10 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 6:25 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
MIZAR | 6:25 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h50 | 7:15 PM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Salerno to Positano run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 16 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 12 nautical miles (24 km) distance in 50m. There are 86 sailings per week. Ferries from Salerno to Positano are available to foot passengers.







Distance 12 nautical miles (24 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Ferries per day 16 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 86 |
Fastest ferry 50m |
First ferry 7:45 AM |
Last ferry 8:30 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Positano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Positano trip today.
Archaeological museum beneath the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, showcasing a Roman villa with preserved frescoes and immersive underground visits.
Small archaeological site museum focused on the Roman-era remains discovered under central Positano, notable for frescoes and the crypt setting.
Contemporary art gallery in Positano known for colorful works and a long-standing local presence near the beach area.
Positano's main beach and the classic postcard viewpoint, surrounded by colorful cliffside houses and lively waterfront scenery.
Panoramic road with some of the town's best elevated views, popular for sunset walks and social-media-famous photo spots.
Famous hiking access point above Positano for the Sentiero degli Dei, celebrated for dramatic Amalfi Coast views.
Fresh thick pasta from the Campania coast, usually served with mussels, clams, and prawns. It is a classic Amalfi Coast seafood dish closely associated with local seaside cooking.
A famous Campanian lemon dessert made with soft sponge cake and lemon cream. It is especially fitting in Positano because of the area’s celebrated Amalfi lemons.
Octopus salad dressed with olive oil, lemon, and parsley. This light coastal antipasto is common in local restaurants and highlights the freshness of Tyrrhenian seafood.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant at Le Sirenuse, known for refined Campanian cuisine, candlelit dining, and panoramic Positano views.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving classic Amalfi Coast dishes, seafood, and pasta in a warm, established setting.
Beloved hillside venue above Positano, known for generous local dishes, grilled meats, garden produce, and dramatic coastal views.
Positano is among Italy's priciest destinations, especially for hotels and dining in peak season.
Service may be included. Otherwise round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small tips for porters and taxi drivers are appreciated.
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Port Of Positano, Positano -> Piazza Dei Mulini, Positano
Visit the beautiful town of Positano on the stunning Amalfi coast to enjoy the beauty and serenity that the most scenic coastal town in Italy has to offer. Taking a ferry ride can be an exciting way to savor the alluring scenery. There are three ferry companies on this route: NLG takes around one hour to make the crossing, Alilauro takes 35 minutes, and the Seremar ferry takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes. Although there are regular crossings on the route, high-speed ferries are often suspended due to rough seas. In case of very rough seas, the ferry routes are closed. Lucibello ferries also offer services on this route but the high-speed ferries are only available during certain months.
The Sorrento–Positano route changes often, so it would be prudent to double check a few days before the travel date. The route is currently run by three major companies. Alilauro has three crossings per day, NLG run up to 14 times a week, and the Seremar service runs seven times per week. In total, there are about 42 weekly crossings available on the Sorrento–Positano route.
Ferries to Positano depart from the Sorrento port: Marina Piccola. This port is often closed due to rough seas not allowing the tenders to run. Tenders on this route dock at Marina Piccola, which is the port for all the public hydrofoils and ferries. In the middle of the port is a ticket office for all the service companies operating in and out of the port. One can easily reach Marina Piccola via bus or rental scooter.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno to Positano by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Positano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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