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How to get from Positano to Sorrento by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Positano to Sorrento ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Positano to Sorrento is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Positano to Sorrento can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Positano to Sorrento ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar. This way you can find the best deal on a Positano Sorrento ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Positano to Sorrento simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Positano to Sorrento Ferry Information

Port of departure
Positano
Italy
Campania
Port of Arrival
Sorrento
Italy
Campania
Distance
6 mi
Ferry Companies
NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet, Seremar
Frequency of crossings
5 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
40 min
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Ferry Positano Sorrento: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Positano to Sorrento, you'll find tickets range from £15 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £17 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Positano to Sorrento route is £16. The average ferry crossing time from Positano to Sorrento is 45 min. The slowest ferries will take 1 hours 10 min to reach Sorrento, while the fastest boats will arrive in Sorrento in 35 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Positano at 09:15. The last boat to Sorrento leaves the port of Positano at 18:40.

Average price of a Positano to Sorrento ferry crossing
£16
Price range of ferries Positano Sorrento (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£15 - £17
Average crossing time Positano Sorrento
45 min
Departure time of first ferry to Sorrento
09:15
Time last ferry leaves for Sorrento
18:40
Arrival time of first ferry to Sorrento
10:25
Arrival time of last ferry to Sorrento
19:20

Why travel by ferry from Positano to Sorrento?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Positano to Sorrento ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Sorrento. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Positano to Sorrento is an ideal way to travel.

Transporting your bike is not a problem
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You travel from Positano to Sorrento with complete peace of mind, without fear of damage to your bike. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Sorrento.
It's much less boring than on a plane
If you compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to get from Positano to Sorrento. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. During the Positano Sorrento ferry journey with Seremar, Positano Jet, Alilauro or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, there are countless opportunities to enjoy restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... The services and the level of freedom during a flight are radically different!
Enjoy the fresh sea air
There is no longer any doubt that sea air has many health benefits. During the Positano-Sorrento crossing, access the outside areas of the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar ship to take a deep breath of air. The fresh sea air and the waves that rock the ferry will soothe you instantly. You'll arrive in Sorrento feeling perfectly zen and energised.

Which companies operate between Positano and Sorrento?

If you want to travel between Positano and Sorrento by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo Positano Sorrento
NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo
Navigazione Libera del Golfo (NLG) was founded in 1950 and is based in Naples, Italy. The company offers ferry crossings in the Gulf of Naples and Sardinia area. On Vivanoda, you can compare Positano-Sorrento fares and book a NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo ticket between Positano and Sorrento. NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo operates 14 crossings a week to Sorrento from Positano and the journey time is 40 min. More information about NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo
40 min
14 crossings a week
Alilauro Positano Sorrento
Alilauro
Alilauro is an Italian-based ferry company offering ferry services between the Italian islands of the Tyrrhenian Sea, including Ischia and Capri. On Vivanoda, you can compare Positano-Sorrento fares and book a Alilauro ticket between Positano and Sorrento. Alilauro operates 3 crossings a day to Sorrento from Positano and the journey time is 40 min. More information about Alilauro
40 min
3 crossings a day
Positano Jet Positano Sorrento
Positano Jet
Positano Jet operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Positano and Sorrento. On Vivanoda, you can compare Positano-Sorrento fares and book a Positano Jet ticket between Positano and Sorrento. More information about Positano Jet
Seremar Positano Sorrento
Seremar
Seremar operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Positano and Sorrento. On Vivanoda, you can compare Positano-Sorrento fares and book a Seremar ticket between Positano and Sorrento. More information about Seremar

Where do the ferries leave from in Positano? Where do the boats arrive in Sorrento?

Port of departure in Positano

NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar ferries depart for Sorrento from the following ports in Positano:

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Port of arrival in Sorrento

Seremar, Positano Jet, Alilauro or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo ships arrive in Sorrento from the following ports:

Sorrento
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Positano to Sorrento, it will take you at least 40 min to cover the 6 mi between Positano and Sorrento.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Positano and Sorrento in winter) and the ferry company (NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet and Seremar). There are currently 5 crossings a day between Positano and Sorrento.

There are 4 ferry companies operating between Positano and Sorrento: NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet and Seremar.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet, Seremar.

Before booking, compare the prices of NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet, Seremar on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Positano Sorrento ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Positano and Sorrento, you will travel 6 mi.

To go by boat from Positano to Sorrento, you can find prices ranging from £15 for the lowest, to £17 for the highest. The average price we observed was £16.

The first ferry leaves Positano at 09:15 for Sorrento.

The last ferry to Sorrento usually departs from Positano at 18:40.

Experience a Positano to Sorrento ferry crossing

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Positano to Sorrento crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Positano to disembarking in Sorrento. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Positano and Sorrento.

Ready for boarding in Positano

Before you set off on your Positano Sorrento ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Arrival time in Positano port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Positano ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Positano Sorrento crossing / At the Positano ferry terminal, look for the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar counters and present your passport and booking number. If you have a car, you can check in from the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ferry to Sorrento / From the Positano ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. If you are travelling by car, Seremar, Positano Jet, Alilauro or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

Positano to Sorrento crossing: on board the ship...

On board the Seremar, Positano Jet, Alilauro or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Ferry arrival in Sorrento

Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Sorrento:

  • Sorrento Harbour is in sight / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is moored. There is no point in rushing. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Sorrento harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have travelled from Positano to Sorrento in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Sorrento.
  • Leave the ship and Sorrento is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. In Sorrento you are likely to pass a customs check. At last, your holiday in Sorrento has begun!

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