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How to get from Capri to Positano by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Capri to Positano can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Capri 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, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro. This way you can find the best deal on a Capri 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, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro 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 Capri to Positano simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Capri to Positano Ferry Information

Port of departure
Capri
Italy
Campania
Port of Arrival
Positano
Italy
Campania
Distance
14 mi
Ferry Companies
NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet, Alilauro
Frequency of crossings
4 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
30 min
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Ferry Capri Positano: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Capri to Positano, you'll find tickets range from £18 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £19 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Capri to Positano route is £19. The average ferry crossing time from Capri to Positano is 40 min. The slowest ferries will take 50 min to reach Positano, while the fastest boats will arrive in Positano in 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Capri at 11:15. The last boat to Positano leaves the port of Capri at 17:32.

Average price of a Capri to Positano ferry crossing
£19
Price range of ferries Capri Positano (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£18 - £19
Average crossing time Capri Positano
40 min
Departure time of first ferry to Positano
11:15
Time last ferry leaves for Positano
17:32
Arrival time of first ferry to Positano
11:45
Arrival time of last ferry to Positano
18:10

Why travel by ferry from Capri to Positano?

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

You get much more rest than in the car
Driving for miles on end is not very relaxing, especially if you add the risk of traffic jams and accidents. The Capri Positano ferry journey is the opposite! Ferries operated by NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro are designed with areas dedicated to relaxation or entertainment: lounges or cabins, outdoor solarium, bars and restaurants... You arrive in Positano stress-free and totally relaxed.
Enjoy a very attentive staff
Every minute of the Capri-Positano crossing, from embarkation in the port of Capri to disembarkation in Positano, qualified and smiling NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro 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 Capri-Positano crossing, access the outside areas of the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro 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.

Which companies operate between Capri and Positano?

If you want to travel between Capri and Positano by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro 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 Capri 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 Capri-Positano fares and book a NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo ticket between Capri and Positano. NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo operates 3 crossings a day to Positano from Capri and the journey time is 30 min. More information about NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo
30 min
3 crossings a day
Alicost Capri Positano
Alicost
Alicost operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Capri and Positano. On Vivanoda, you can compare Capri-Positano fares and book a Alicost ticket between Capri and Positano. More information about Alicost
Positano Jet Capri Positano
Positano Jet
Positano Jet operates ferry services to Italy, including ferry services between the ports of Capri and Positano. On Vivanoda, you can compare Capri-Positano fares and book a Positano Jet ticket between Capri and Positano. More information about Positano Jet
Alilauro Capri 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 Capri-Positano fares and book a Alilauro ticket between Capri and Positano. Alilauro operates 7 crossings a week to Positano from Capri and the journey time is 1 hours 20 min. More information about Alilauro
1 hours 20 min
7 crossings a week

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

Port of departure in Capri

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

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Port of arrival in Positano

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

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Capri to Positano, it will take you at least 30 min to cover the 14 mi between Capri and Positano.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Capri and Positano in winter) and the ferry company (NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet and Alilauro). There are currently 4 crossings a day between Capri and Positano.

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

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

Before booking, compare the prices of NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet, Alilauro 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 Capri 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 Capri and Positano, you will travel 14 mi.

To go by boat from Capri to Positano, you can find prices ranging from £18 for the lowest, to £19 for the highest. The average price we observed was £19.

The first ferry leaves Capri at 11:15 for Positano.

The last ferry to Positano usually departs from Capri at 17:32.

What is a Capri to Positano ferry crossing like?

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Capri 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 Capri to disembarkation in Positano, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet and Alilauro. You will also find practical information about Capri and Positano.

Boarding in Capri

Here are the steps to embark before your Capri Positano ferry journey begins:

  • Presentation time in Capri port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Capri ferry terminal. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Capri - Positano crossing / At the Capri ferry terminal, look for the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro 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 Capri 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, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the Capri to Positano ferry

On board the Alilauro, Positano Jet, Alicost 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!

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Positano:

  • Positano Harbour is in sight / You will not be able to reach the garage until invited by the crew. There is no need to rush. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Positano Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Capri 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. The customs staff at Positano harbour can give you a check. At last, your holiday in Positano has begun!

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