The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento 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 Sorrento will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Cava de' Tirreni for Sorrento every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 19 Jul the direct ferries cover the 29 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 50 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.
6:252h50Cava de' Tirreni9:15Sorrento£221One-way0 changes
6:252h50Cava de' Tirreni9:15Sorrento£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and ferry for Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a ferry costs an average of £22.
Distance: 15 nautical miles (29 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £10 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator NLG | Departure Time 06:25 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 2h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 12:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 08:25 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 2h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento ferries for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:25 Cava de' Tirreni | 2h50 | 9:15 Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento by coach, train or ferry
Compare coach, train and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs NLG?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare NLG with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio?
- Official reseller: NLG tickets can only be bought on Omio or NLG's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for NLG tickets. Rome2rio do not sell NLG tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento
Ferries from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:25, the last at 18:30. The fastest ferry covers the 15 nautical miles (29 km) distance in 2h 50m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento are available to foot passengers.

Distance 15 nautical miles (29 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 2h 50m |
First ferry 8:25 |
Last ferry 18:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: NLG from Cava de' Tirreni to SorrentoYou can travel by ferry between Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento with NLG for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento 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 Sorrento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Cava de' Tirreni and Sorrento
Most Cava de' Tirreni to Sorrento ferries use the Port of Salerno to Port of Sorrento port pair. Use this guide to compare Cava de' Tirreni and Sorrento ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Sorrento port do ferries from Cava de' Tirreni arrive at?
Getting to Port of Sorrento from Sorrento city centre
Port of Sorrento port facilities and services
Port of Sorrento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Ruccio (0.1km), Ristorante Bagni Delfino (0.8km), Il Ristorante di Le Sirenuse (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Sorrento.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Sorrento.
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