- Must visit
MAR Positano Villa Romana
Roman villa museum with frescoed rooms and multimedia displays beneath the church, one of Positano’s most important cultural visits.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
1 h 15 m
Ferries on 06 Sept
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Battipaglia to Positano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Battipaglia to Positano will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 3 ferries from Battipaglia to Positano, including 3 direct services.
On Sun 06 Sept the direct ferries cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Battipaglia to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a ferry costs an average of £14.
Distance: 22 nautical miles (42 km)
Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Battipaglia to Positano:
A coach is £7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Battipaglia to Positano costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Positano take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 16m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 16:10 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 19:25 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Battipaglia to Positano ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 Battipaglia | 1h15 | 9:30 Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Battipaglia | 1h15 | 10:30 Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:10 Battipaglia | 1h15 | 14:25 Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Battipaglia to Positano run on average 20 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 20 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:40, the last at 20:00. The fastest ferry covers the 22 nautical miles (42 km) distance in 1h 15m. There are 40 sailings per week.

Distance 22 nautical miles (42 km) |
Average sailing duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 20 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 40 |
Fastest ferry 1h 15m |
First ferry 8:40 |
Last ferry 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Positano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Positano trip today.
Roman villa museum with frescoed rooms and multimedia displays beneath the church, one of Positano’s most important cultural visits.
Contemporary art gallery showing rotating exhibitions in central Positano, useful for visitors seeking local and international modern art.
Art space dedicated to photography and visual arts, presenting curated exhibitions in a compact venue near the town centre.
Positano’s main beach, framed by steep pastel houses and the church dome, ideal for classic views, boat watching and seaside walks.
Panoramic path linking Positano and Nocelle, famous for dramatic coastal scenery and rewarding walking views above the sea.
Quieter pebble beach reached by a scenic coastal path, popular for swimming and sunset views away from the main crowds.
Fresh anchovies from the Amalfi Coast, often marinated, fried or stuffed. They are a long-standing local staple tied to the area’s fishing tradition.
Handmade pasta tossed with courgettes, local Provolone del Monaco, basil and often cheese. A Campania classic strongly associated with the coast near Positano.
A ring-shaped sponge cake scented with Amalfi Coast lemons. It is a traditional local dessert prized for its fragrant citrus flavour.
Elegant cliffside dining with seafood, pasta and sweeping sea views. Refined atmosphere suited to a special meal in central Positano.
Traditional restaurant above the beach serving local pasta, seafood and regional dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Casual spot popular for pizzas, simple Campanian dishes and a laid-back atmosphere close to the centre of Positano.
Positano is pricier than many Italian coastal towns, with high hotel rates, premium dining and seasonal transport costs, especially in summer.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Porto di Positano -> Piazza dei Mulini, Positano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Battipaglia to Positano by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Positano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Battipaglia to Positano ferries use the Salerno Molo Concordia to Porto di Positano port pair. Use this guide to compare Battipaglia and Positano ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Porto di Positano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Chez Black (0.1km), Ristorante La Cambusa (0.2km), Ristorante Covo Dei Saraceni (0.3km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Porto di Positano.
Available at Porto di Positano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto di Positano.