The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Amalfi
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
18 m
Ferries per day
7
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Amalfi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Amalfi will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £9.
Of the 7 ferries that leave Positano for Amalfi every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 10 Jan the direct ferries cover the 10 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 25 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.
TRAVELMAR
MARIA DONATA
MARIA DONATA
TRAVELMAR
TRAVELMAR
MARIA DONATA
MARIA DONATA
POSITANOJET
GRASSI JUNIOR
TRAVELMARPositano to Amalfi Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 12:10 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 12:20 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 09:10 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:12 | Duration 0h27 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 11:31 | Arrival Time 11:56 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 12:50 | Arrival Time 13:10 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 13:55 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 19:05 | Arrival Time 19:25 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Positano to Amalfi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Amalfi ferries for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GRASSI JUNIOR | 07:40 Port of Positano | 0h30 | 08:10 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:10 Port of Positano | 0h30 | 11:40 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
GRASSI JUNIOR | 11:50 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 12:10 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 12:30 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 12:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 14:30 Port of Positano | 0h30 | 15:00 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
GRASSI JUNIOR | 15:45 Port of Positano | 0h27 | 16:12 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Positano to Amalfi
Ferries from Positano to Amalfi run on average 25 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 25 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. There are 103 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Amalfi are available to foot passengers.







Distance 5 nautical miles (10 km) |
Average sailing duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Ferries per day 25 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 103 |
Fastest ferry 10m |
First ferry 06:35 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Travelmar, Positano Jet, NLG, Grassi Junior, Seremar, Coastlines, Alilauro from Positano to AmalfiYou can travel by ferry between Positano to Amalfi with Travelmar, Positano Jet, NLG, Grassi Junior, Seremar, Coastlines, Alilauro for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Coastlines
Ferries from Positano to Amalfi
The Positano to Amalfi ferry route, which is about 16 kilometres long, is currently operated by three ferry companies. Combined, there are a total of 11 sailings on offer each day on the Positano-Amalfi crossing. With three ferry companies, it's possible to do a bit of price comparison to get a fair deal. On a high-speed ferry, the journey from Amalfi to Positano takes just 25 minutes. Vehicles are not permitted to embark on the ferry route to and from the Amalfi Coast. However, cars can be parked at several parking lots in Salerno.
Timetable of ferries from Positano to Amalfi
Travelmar operates high-speed ferries departing Positano usually at around 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m., and 6:30 p.m., all taking about 25 minutes to reach the destination. Tickets should be pre-purchased in the months of July and August, during holiday weekends and for trips to Capri. All tickets purchased online must be presented at the ticket window in order to obtain a ticket. Advance tickets can also be purchased directly at the port.
What you need to know to travel by ferries from Positano to Amalfi
Luggage can be transported by the ferry with a surcharge per bag. In case of rough seas, trips with high-speed ferries are often suspended and only ferries can be taken instead. In Positano, the pier is at the Spiaggia Grande Beach. In Amalfi, the ferry port for all arrivals and departures is located in the town centre. The law mandates all ferries to be handicapped accessible. However, it’s important to contact the ferry operator before the trip date so as to confirm whether the ferry is handicapped accessible and also request help when boarding and disembarking.
FAQs: Positano to Amalfi ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano to Amalfi 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 Amalfi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Positano, which is located around 0.6 miles (965 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Amalfi, located 0.1 miles (148 m) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Positano and Amalfi
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Chez Black (0.1km)
- Ristorante La Cambusa (0.2km)
- Ristorante Covo Dei Saraceni (0.3km)
- Main companies are Positano Taxi and Amalfi Coast Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 5070, stop: Positano Sponda
- Free WiFi
- L'Abside (0.2km)
- Da Gemma (0.3km)
- Marina Grande (0.4km)
- Main companies are Amalfi Coast Taxi and Positano Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 5120, Amalfi stop
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