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How to get from Sorrento to Positano by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Sorrento to Positano can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Sorrento to Positano 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 Sorrento Positano 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 Sorrento to Positano simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Sorrento to Positano Ferry Information

Port of departure
Sorrento
Italy
Campania
Port of Arrival
Positano
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 Sorrento Positano: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Sorrento to Positano, you'll find tickets range from £15 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £23 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Sorrento to Positano route is £17. The average ferry crossing time from Sorrento to Positano is 52 min. The slowest ferries will take 1 hours 25 min to reach Positano, while the fastest boats will arrive in Positano in 20 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Sorrento at 09:15. The last boat to Positano leaves the port of Sorrento at 19:40.

Average price of a Sorrento to Positano ferry crossing
£17
Price range of ferries Sorrento Positano (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£15 - £23
Average crossing time Sorrento Positano
52 min
Departure time of first ferry to Positano
09:15
Time last ferry leaves for Positano
19:40
Arrival time of first ferry to Positano
10:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Positano
20:20

Why travel by ferry from Sorrento to Positano?

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

For a caring staff
Every minute of the Sorrento-Positano crossing, from embarkation in the port of Sorrento to disembarkation in Positano, qualified and smiling NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar staff are at your disposal to ensure you have a pleasant time. It is common to find an information desk on the ship, usually on the main deck.
Enjoy the fresh sea air
The health benefits of sea air are numerous. During the Sorrento-Positano 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. A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your holiday in Positano full of energy.
To enjoy the incredible sea view
When we are on the coast, we often look for places that offer the best sea view. During the Sorrento Positano crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Restaurant, bars, lounges, cabins,... the magnificent views of the sea are omnipresent on board the ship.

Which companies operate between Sorrento and Positano?

If you want to travel between Sorrento and Positano 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 Sorrento Positano
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 Sorrento-Positano fares and book a NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo ticket between Sorrento and Positano. NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo operates 14 crossings a week to Positano from Sorrento and the journey time is 55 min. More information about NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo
55 min
14 crossings a week
Alilauro Sorrento Positano
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 Sorrento-Positano fares and book a Alilauro ticket between Sorrento and Positano. Alilauro operates 3 crossings a day to Positano from Sorrento and the journey time is 40 min. More information about Alilauro
40 min
3 crossings a day
Positano Jet Sorrento Positano
Positano Jet
Positano Jet operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Sorrento and Positano. On Vivanoda, you can compare Sorrento-Positano fares and book a Positano Jet ticket between Sorrento and Positano. More information about Positano Jet
Seremar Sorrento Positano
Seremar
Seremar operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Sorrento and Positano. On Vivanoda, you can compare Sorrento-Positano fares and book a Seremar ticket between Sorrento and Positano. More information about Seremar

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

Port of departure in Sorrento

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

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Port of arrival in Positano

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

Positano
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

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

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

There are 4 ferry companies operating between Sorrento and Positano: 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 Sorrento Positano 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 Sorrento and Positano, you will travel 6 mi.

To go by boat from Sorrento to Positano, you can find prices ranging from £15 for the lowest, to £23 for the highest. The average price we observed was £17.

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

The last ferry to Positano usually departs from Sorrento at 19:40.

What is a Sorrento to Positano ferry crossing like?

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Sorrento to Positano crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Sorrento to disembarkation in Positano, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet and Seremar. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Sorrento and Positano.

Boarding in Sorrento

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

  • Presentation time in Sorrento 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 Sorrento ferry terminal. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Sorrento Positano crossing / At the Sorrento 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 Positano / From the Sorrento ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. By car, follow the instructions of NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alilauro, Positano Jet or Seremar staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

Sorrento to Positano 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.

Positano is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

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

  • Positano 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 need to rush. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Positano harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Sorrento to Positano in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Positano.
  • Leave the ship and Positano is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. In Positano you are likely to pass a customs check. At last, your holiday in Positano has begun!

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