The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ercolano to Sorrento
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ercolano to Sorrento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ercolano to Sorrento will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ercolano 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 Wed 22 Jul the direct ferries cover the 20 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 45 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.
ALILAURO GRUSON7:300h45Torre Annunziata8:15Port of Sorrento£41One-way0 changes
ALILAURO GRUSON7:300h45Torre Annunziata8:15Port of Sorrento£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Ercolano to Sorrento
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ercolano to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 10 nautical miles (20 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ercolano to Sorrento Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Ercolano to Sorrento ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ercolano to Sorrento ferries for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ALILAURO GRUSON | 7:30 Torre Annunziata | 0h45 | 8:15 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO GRUSON | 7:30 Torre Annunziata | 0h30 | 8:00 Port of Seiano | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ercolano to Sorrento by train or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ercolano to Sorrento
Ferries from Ercolano to Sorrento run on average 3 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:20, the last at 19:30. The fastest ferry covers the 10 nautical miles (20 km) distance in 45m. There are 21 sailings per week. Ferries from Ercolano to Sorrento are available to foot passengers.

Distance 10 nautical miles (20 km) |
Average sailing duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 7:20 |
Last ferry 19:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: NLG from Ercolano to SorrentoYou can travel by ferry between Ercolano 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: Ercolano to Sorrento ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ercolano 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Ercolano and Sorrento
Most Ercolano to Sorrento ferries use the Torre Annunziata to Port of Sorrento port pair. Use this guide to compare Ercolano and Sorrento ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Sorrento port do ferries from Ercolano 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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