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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 27 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
50 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
53 m
Ferries on 27 Oct
27
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
On Tue 27 Oct, we found 27 ferries from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano, including 27 direct services.
On Tue 27 Oct the direct ferries cover the 20 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 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.
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MARIA DONATAFerries from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 28 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:50, the last at 20:40. The fastest ferry covers the 10 nautical miles (20 km) distance in 40m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano are available to foot passengers.






Distance 10 nautical miles (20 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 28 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 7:50 |
Last ferry 20:40 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cava de' Tirreni to Positano.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival time 11:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival time 11:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 08:25 | Arrival time 09:15 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival time 15:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival time 11:30 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 14:35 | Arrival time 15:30 | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival time 10:55 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 19:25 | Arrival time 20:15 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days thu, sat |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival time 09:45 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival time 11:55 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:40 | Arrival time 12:55 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 15:20 | Arrival time 16:45 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival time 14:25 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 14:10 | Arrival time 15:25 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival time 10:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days wed, thu, fri, sat, sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival time 10:10 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days wed, thu, fri, sat, sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival time 09:50 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 18:25 | Arrival time 19:15 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival time 09:20 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 08:55 | Arrival time 09:55 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:40 | Arrival time 10:55 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 10:20 | Arrival time 11:55 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:10 | Arrival time 12:25 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:20 | Arrival time 10:55 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 15:10 | Arrival time 16:45 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival time 11:55 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival time 14:25 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue, sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival time 09:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days wed, thu, fri, sat, sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 20:25 | Arrival time 21:15 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival time 16:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days mon, tue |
The table below shows live departures for Cava de' Tirreni to Positano ferries for today, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRAVELMAR | 11:10 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 12:25 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:40 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 12:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:10 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 14:25 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:10 Vietri sul Mare | 1h15 | 14:25 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:20 Port of Cetara | 1h05 | 14:25 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 14:10 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 15:25 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 14:35 Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h55 | 15:30 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:10 Vietri sul Mare | 1h35 | 16:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:20 Port of Cetara | 1h25 | 16:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:30 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 16:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 18:25 Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h50 | 19:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
GOLFO DEI POETI | 20:25 Salerno Molo Concordia | 0h50 | 21:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 27 October | |||||
ALICOST | 8:00 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h20 | 9:20 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 8:25 Port of Salerno | 0h50 | 9:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 8:40 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h05 | 9:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALICOST | 8:40 Port of Salerno | 1h10 | 9:50 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DONATA | 8:55 Port of Salerno | 1h00 | 9:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:10 Vietri sul Mare | 1h45 | 10:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:20 Port of Cetara | 1h35 | 10:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:40 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 10:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 9:50 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h40 | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
COASTLINES | 10:00 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h30 | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 10:15 Port of Cetara | 1h15 | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 10:20 Vietri sul Mare | 1h35 | 11:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 10:30 Port of Cetara | 1h25 | 11:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 10:40 Salerno Molo Concordia | 1h15 | 11:55 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
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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
The most popular day trips by ferry from Positano are Capri, Amalfi, Sorrento and Salerno. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Positano on Omio.

Capri is known for its dramatic cliffs, smart piazzas and striking blue sea in the Bay of Naples. Its mix of Roman history, fashionable streets and coastal scenery gives the island town a refined but scenic character.
There are 31 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 11 nautical miles (22 km) distance in 12m.

Amalfi is a small seaside town on the Costiera Amalfitana, known for its dramatic setting and the Duomo di Amalfi. Its narrow lanes, steep stairways and maritime past give it a lively yet compact character.
There are 34 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 5 nautical miles (10 km) distance in 10m.

Sorrento is a clifftop town on the Bay of Naples known for lemon groves, sea views and a smart historic centre. Its elegant squares and old fishing quarter give it a relaxed character shaped by long ties to the Amalfi Coast and Capri.
There are 12 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 19:40. The fastest ferry covers the 4 nautical miles (9 km) distance in 30m.

Salerno is a coastal city known for its broad seafront, medieval centre and the Duomo di Salerno. It feels more lived-in than polished, mixing everyday southern Italian life with a strong historical character.
There are 17 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:40, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 12 nautical miles (24 km) distance in 20m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cava de' Tirreni 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 Cava de' Tirreni to Positano ferries use the to Porto di Positano port pair. Use this guide to compare Cava de' Tirreni 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.
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