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Capri – Positano

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Capri – Positano

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Ferry from Capri to Positano

Depending on the season their are usually 9 daily and 56 weekly sailings between Capri and Positano. 4 ferry operators provide the ferries from Capri to Positano, NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost & Grassi Junior.Capri Positano ferries take around 35 minutes. The ferry costs between $74 and $181, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Capri to Positano.

What's the ferry schedule from Capri to Positano?

The earliest Capri Positano ferry typically departs Capri at about 09:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 19:00.

How long is the ferry from Capri to Positano?

Ferries from Capri to Positano sail in around 35 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 25 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Capri Positano Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 56 weekly sailings from Capri to Positano provided by NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost & Grassi Junior. Timetables can change from season to season.

NLG provide 21 sailings weekly. Positano Jet provide 21 sailings weekly. Alicost provide 16 sailings weekly. Grassi Junior provide 8 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Capri to Positano?

The price of a ferry from Capri to Positano typically range between $74* and $181*. On average the Capri Positano ferry is $82*. The cheapest Capri Positano ferry prices start from $74*. The average price for a foot passenger is $82*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Capri to Positano?

The distance between Capri to Positano is approximately 18 miles (28km) or 15 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Capri to Positano with a car?

Yes, Capri Positano ferries allow cars onboard with NLG, Positano Jet & Alicost between Capri and Positano. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Capri and Positano use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Capri to Positano?

NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost & Grassi Junior allow foot passengers on Capri Positano ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Capri to Positano?

NLG & Positano Jet allow pets on ferries from Capri to Positano. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Capri - Positano Route summary
Departure Country Italy
Destination Country Italy
No. of Operators 4
Operators Alicost, Grassi Junior, NLG & Positano Jet
Average Price A$78*
Average Weekly Sailings 6
Average Sailing Duration 41m
Fastest Sailing Duration 25m
First Ferry 09:45
Last Ferry 18:20
Distance 15 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Capri to Positano Ferry Most Popular Questions

Capri Guide

The Italian island of Capri is located in the Tyffhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsular and is very popular with tourists, with many taking a day trip from nearby Naples and Sorrento on the Italian mainland. There are many things to see and do on the island including relaxing on one of the island's many beaches, taking in the wildlife which includes quails, robins, Peregrine Falcons, woodcocks, blackbirds, geckos, red goldfish, conger eels, sargos, groupers, mullets and the blue lizard of the faraglioni. Visitors to the island should visit the Villa San Michelle which can be found on the top of the Phoenician Steps at a height of 327 meters above sea level. Once there, visitors can take in the spectacular views of the town of Capri and its harbour, the Sorrentine Peninsular and Mount Vesuvius.

The Marina Piccola and the Marina Grande are the island's two harbours which are accessible by both conventional ferry and hydrofoil from Naples, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi. The crossing time from Naples by ferry is around 80 minutes and 40 minutes by hydrofoil. From Sorrento the crossing times are 40 minutes by ferry and 20 minutes by hydrofoil. Boats call at Marina Grande, from where a funicular goes up to Capri town. From Anacapri, a chair lift takes passengers to the top of the island.


Positano Guide

The Italian town of Positano is located along the beautiful Amalfi Coast and is widely regarded by many as one of the most picturesque coastal towns in the country. The town itself has a good number of pretty pastel coloured houses that seem to cling to the hillside next to the sea and visitors should be aware that there are a large number of steep streets and stairways in the town which may be a challenge for some. Despite the town now being a popular holiday destination it has still managed to retain a great deal of its charming fishing village atmosphere that has stunning cliff-hugging roads, lively beachfronts and some breathtaking views. Apart from lazing in the sun on one of the town's beaches popular things to do include taking a cruise along the Amalfi Coast, taking in the lovely view of the Bay of Salerno, or trekking along one of the regions walking trails which includes the stunning cliff side path that connects the Spiaggia Grande and Spiaggia del Fornillo beaches.

Ferries to Amalfi, Capri and Salerno depart from the town's harbour.

Capri to Positano
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Grassi Junior 13:10 13:50 40 minutes Fri, Sun
Alicost 16:25 17:23 58 minutes Everyday
Grassi Junior 18:20 19:00 40 minutes Fri, Sun

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