The cheapest and fastest ferries from Naples to Positano
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Naples to Positano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Positano will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Naples for Positano on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct ferries cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 30 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.
NLG JET
NLG JETTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Naples to Positano
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 16 nautical miles (30 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus | Train |
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€19 Average price | €20 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Naples to Positano Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator NLG | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Naples to Positano ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Positano ferries for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NLG JET | 9:00 AM Naples Beverello | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Port of Positano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Naples to Positano




Distance 16 nautical miles (30 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 1h 10m |
First ferry 07:20 |
Last ferry 18:25 |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Naples to Positano start from as low as $14 (€11) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $23 (€19) depending on the train type and class.
Ferry operators: NLG, Positano Jet, Seremar, Snav from Naples to PositanoYou can travel by ferry between Naples to Positano with NLG, Positano Jet, Seremar, Snav for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Naples to Positano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Naples Beverello, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Positano, located 0.6 miles (965 m) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Naples to Positano
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sat-Sun: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km)
- Gran Caffè Gambrinus (0.5km)
- La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Consortaxi and Radio Taxi Napoli.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Municipio Station
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Chez Black (0.1km)
- Ristorante La Cambusa (0.2km)
- Ristorante Covo Dei Saraceni (0.3km)
- Main companies are Positano Taxi and Amalfi Coast Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 5070, stop: Positano Sponda
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