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How to get from Positano to Capri by ferry ?

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

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

Positano to Capri Ferry Information

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

To travel by ferry from Positano to Capri, you'll find tickets range from £21 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £22 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Positano to Capri route is £22. The average ferry crossing time from Positano to Capri is 40 min. The slowest ferries will take 57 min to reach Capri, while the fastest boats will arrive in Capri in 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Positano at 08:50. The last boat to Capri leaves the port of Positano at 10:25.

Average price of a Positano to Capri ferry crossing
£22
Price range of ferries Positano Capri (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£21 - £22
Average crossing time Positano Capri
40 min
Departure time of first ferry to Capri
08:50
Time last ferry leaves for Capri
10:25
Arrival time of first ferry to Capri
09:32
Arrival time of last ferry to Capri
10:57

Why travel by ferry from Positano to Capri?

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

No need to worry about travelling with your bike
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 leave it there for the duration of the Positano-Capri crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will get on your bike in Capri to get off the boat.
It's much less boring than on a plane
As a general rule, a trip from Positano to Capri is much quicker by plane. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. During the Positano Capri ferry journey with Alilauro, Positano Jet, Alicost or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, there are countless opportunities to enjoy restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... You will never have so much freedom and entertainment during a flight!
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 Positano Capri 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... No doubt you'll arrive in Capri completely relaxed.

Which companies operate between Positano and Capri?

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

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

Port of departure in Positano

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

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Port of arrival in Capri

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

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

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

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

There are 4 ferry companies operating between Positano and Capri: 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 Positano Capri 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 Capri, you will travel 14 mi.

To go by boat from Positano to Capri, you can find prices ranging from £21 for the lowest, to £22 for the highest. The average price we observed was £22.

The first ferry leaves Positano at 08:50 for Capri.

The last ferry to Capri usually departs from Positano at 10:25.

What is the Positano to Capri ferry crossing like?

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Positano to Capri 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 Positano to disembarkation in Capri, 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 Positano and Capri.

Ready for boarding in Positano

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

  • Presentation time in Positano 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 Positano ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Positano - Capri crossing / At the Positano 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 Capri / From the Positano ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. If you are travelling by car, Alilauro, Positano Jet, Alicost or NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the Positano to Capri ferry

During the crossing, everyone can use the services on the NLG - Navigazione Libera del Golfo, Alicost, Positano Jet or Alilauro ship as they wish. 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 Capri

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Capri:

  • Capri 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 Capri Harbour from the outer decks.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have travelled from Positano to Capri in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Capri.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Capri / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at Capri harbour can give you a check. At last, your holiday in Capri has begun!

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