- Must visit
Museo della Carta
A working historic paper mill museum explaining Amalfi’s renowned handmade paper tradition with period tools, machinery and demonstrations.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Ferries per day
54
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 £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £9.
Of the 54 ferries that leave Positano for Amalfi every day 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 25 Aug the direct ferries cover the 10 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 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.
MIZAR
MARIA DONATA
QUEEN
MARIA DONATA
COASTLINES
MARIA DONATA
QUEEN
MARIA DONATA
HYDRA
ALICOST| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 19:45 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 18:05 | Arrival Time 18:25 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 09:03 | Duration 0h23 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 23:25 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:55 | Arrival Time 10:24 | Duration 0h29 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 12:50 | Arrival Time 13:10 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 19:05 | Arrival Time 19:25 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seremar | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seremar | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 16:35 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 10:33 | Arrival Time 10:53 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 17:50 | Arrival Time 18:25 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 14:30 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 12:20 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:12 | Duration 0h27 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 14:05 | Arrival Time 14:20 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 17:28 | Arrival Time 17:48 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 20:25 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 11:08 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 0h32 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 18:04 | Arrival Time 18:29 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:25 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 13:35 | Arrival Time 13:55 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 11:55 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 11:31 | Arrival Time 11:56 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 15:55 | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 19:55 | Duration 0h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Amalfi ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MIZAR | 8:40 Port of Positano | 0h23 | 9:03 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 8:40 Port of Positano | 1h50 | 10:30 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 8:40 Port of Positano | 2h05 | 10:45 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
POSITANOJET | 9:00 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 9:15 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:55 Port of Positano | 0h29 | 10:24 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:55 Port of Positano | 1h35 | 11:30 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 9:55 Port of Positano | 1h45 | 11:40 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
BLITZ | 10:30 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 10:50 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
PICASSO | 10:33 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 10:53 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
EUROPA JET | 11:08 Port of Positano | 0h32 | 11:40 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 11:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
BENEDETTA II | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 11:45 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 11:31 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 11:56 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 12:00 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 12:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 12:00 Port of Positano | 1h10 | 13:10 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 12:00 Port of Positano | 1h20 | 13:20 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIA D'ARGENTO | 12:15 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 12:30 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DONATA | 12:20 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 12:35 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 12:50 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 13:10 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 12:50 Port of Positano | 0h55 | 13:45 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 12:50 Port of Positano | 0h40 | 13:30 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
PICASSO | 13:10 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 13:35 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:30 Port of Positano | 0h30 | 14:00 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:30 Port of Positano | 1h05 | 14:35 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 13:30 Port of Positano | 0h55 | 14:25 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
BENEDETTA II | 13:30 Port of Positano | 0h30 | 14:00 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIA D'ARGENTO | 13:35 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 13:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
HYDRA | 14:05 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 14:20 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
COASTLINES | 14:15 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 14:30 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:30 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 15:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:30 Port of Positano | 1h10 | 16:40 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 15:30 Port of Positano | 1h20 | 16:50 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
EUROPA JET | 15:45 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 16:10 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DONATA | 15:55 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 16:10 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 16:35 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 17:00 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
MIZAR | 16:45 Port of Positano | 0h27 | 17:12 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 17:00 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 17:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 17:00 Port of Positano | 1h10 | 18:10 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 17:00 Port of Positano | 1h20 | 18:20 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
ALICOST | 17:28 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 17:48 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
ALICOST | 17:50 Port of Positano | 0h35 | 18:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
ALICOST | 17:50 Port of Positano | 0h50 | 18:40 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 18:04 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 18:29 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
COASTLINES | 18:05 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 18:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
COASTLINES | 18:05 Port of Positano | 0h35 | 18:40 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 18:30 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 18:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 18:30 Port of Positano | 0h50 | 19:20 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 18:30 Port of Positano | 1h00 | 19:30 Port of Maiori | 0 changesdirect | |
GOLFO DEI POETI | 19:05 Port of Positano | 0h20 | 19:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
ALICOST | 19:40 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 19:55 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
QUEEN | 19:45 Port of Positano | 0h15 | 20:00 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 20:00 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 20:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 23:00 Port of Positano | 0h25 | 23:25 Port of Amalfi | 0 changesdirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 23:00 Port of Positano | 0h40 | 23:40 Port of Minori | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Positano to Amalfi run on average 24 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 24 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 15m. There are 135 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Amalfi are available to foot passengers.








Distance 5 nautical miles (10 km) |
Average sailing duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Ferries per day 24 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 135 |
Fastest ferry 15m |
First ferry 6:35 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Foot passengers Available |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Discover the best of Amalfi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amalfi trip today.
A working historic paper mill museum explaining Amalfi’s renowned handmade paper tradition with period tools, machinery and demonstrations.
Part of the cathedral complex, this cloistered area combines historic architecture with sculptures, tombs and a calm atmosphere in the town centre.
The cathedral museum displays sacred art, liturgical objects and historic treasures linked to Amalfi’s religious and civic history.
Amalfi’s main square is the lively heart of town, framed by the cathedral steps, cafés and historic buildings, ideal for people-watching.
This valley walk follows a stream through lemon groves and old mills, offering a greener, quieter side of Amalfi away from the seafront crowds.
The broad seafront promenade near the marina gives open coastal views, harbour activity and an easy stroll close to Amalfi’s centre.
Handmade broad ribbons of pasta traditionally served with Amalfi lemon sauce or simple seafood, reflecting the town’s coastal cooking and citrus heritage.
Fresh anchovies from the Tyrrhenian coast, often marinated or lightly fried. They are a staple of Amalfi Coast home cooking and seaside menus.
A delicate local lemon sponge cake or dessert made with Amalfi lemons, prized for its fragrant citrus from the coast’s famous terraces.
Refined cliffside dining with local fish, handmade pasta and polished service in a historic hotel setting above Amalfi.
Elegant restaurant at Hotel Santa Caterina with Amalfi Coast seafood, pasta and terrace dining overlooking the sea.
Well-known historic restaurant serving Campanian classics, seafood and lemon desserts in a central Amalfi location.
Amalfi is pricier than many Italian towns, with higher hotel, dining and ferry costs in peak season; budget options exist but are limited.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and small change at cafés is enough.
Official public transport app
Port of Amalfi -> Piazza Duomo, 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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Positano to Amalfi ferries use the Porto di Positano to Port of Amalfi port pair. Use this guide to compare Positano and Amalfi 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.
Port of Amalfi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis and WC.
Food options include: L'Abside (0.2km), Da Gemma (0.3km), Marina Grande (0.4km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the port.
Available at Port of Amalfi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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