- Must visit
Museo Correale di Terranova
Sorrento’s main civic museum in a historic villa, displaying local paintings, furniture, ceramics and views over the coast from its gardens.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
43 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
15
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 ferries from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento, including 15 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 51 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 35 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.
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ALILAUROOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 27 nautical miles (51 km)
Most popular Ferry | Train | Driving |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento:
A ferry is £85 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento costing on average £102.
Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator NLG | Departure Time 08:35 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 14:05 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 14:40 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 18:25 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 17:25 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 17:40 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 1h55 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 12:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 12:40 | Arrival Time 14:45 | Duration 2h05 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 15:35 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 17:50 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NLG JET | 8:35 Naples Beverello | 2h15 | 10:50 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO | 9:00 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 9:45 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 10:00 Naples Beverello | 1h30 | 11:30 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 10:00 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 10:45 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 10:40 Naples Beverello | 1h30 | 12:10 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
POSITANOJET | 10:45 Naples Beverello | 1h00 | 11:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO | 11:00 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 11:45 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 12:40 Naples Beverello | 2h05 | 14:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO | 13:00 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 13:45 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
POSITANOJET | 14:05 Naples Beverello | 1h10 | 15:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 14:40 Naples Beverello | 1h35 | 16:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO | 15:05 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 15:50 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 15:35 Naples Beverello | 2h10 | 17:45 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
ALILAURO | 17:15 Naples Beverello | 0h45 | 18:00 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 17:40 Naples Beverello | 1h55 | 19:35 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
QUEEN | 17:50 Naples Beverello | 1h25 | 19:15 Port of Positano | 0 changesdirect | |
NLG JET | 18:25 Naples Beverello | 0h35 | 19:00 Port of Sorrento | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento run on average 6 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:20, the last at 18:45. The fastest ferry covers the 27 nautical miles (51 km) distance in 45m. There are 28 sailings per week.
Distance 27 nautical miles (51 km) |
Average sailing duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 7:20 |
Last ferry 18:45 |
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Discover the best of Sorrento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sorrento trip today.
Sorrento’s main civic museum in a historic villa, displaying local paintings, furniture, ceramics and views over the coast from its gardens.
A compact museum dedicated to the inlaid wood craft that shaped Sorrento’s identity, with period objects and demonstrations of local artistry.
A contemporary art space in a historic villa, hosting temporary exhibitions in a refined setting close to the old town and sea views.
Sorrento’s best-known square, busy with shops and transport links, and a practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and coast.
A scenic public villa above the sea with classic Bay of Naples views, sunset benches and easy access to the cloister and old town lanes.
The old fishing harbour below the cliffs, loved for its colourful boats, waterfront setting and traditional atmosphere close to the centre.
Gnocchi alla sorrentina are soft potato dumplings baked with tomato sauce, fiordilatte and basil. They are a signature comfort dish of the Sorrento Peninsula.
Delizia al limone is a sponge cake filled and coated with lemon cream. It celebrates the area’s famous lemons and is a classic Sorrento pastry.
Cannelloni sorrentina are pasta tubes filled traditionally with ricotta and baked in tomato sauce with cheese. They are a well-known Sunday-style local dish.
Elegant dining room with sea views, focused on polished Campanian cooking, seafood and tasting menus inside Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria.
Traditional restaurant serving local pasta, seafood and Campanian dishes with a refined but relaxed atmosphere in central Sorrento.
Popular traditional venue for wood-fired pizza, pasta and local favourites in an informal, busy atmosphere close to the historic centre.
More expensive than many Italian towns, with higher hotel rates, dining and seasonal transport costs in peak tourist months.
Service may be included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is enough in cafés.
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Porto di Sorrento -> Piazza Tasso, Sorrento
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria Capua Vetere 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.

Most Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Sorrento ferries use the Naples Beverello to Porto di Positano port pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Maria Capua Vetere and Sorrento ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Ristorante Ruccio (0.1km), Ristorante Bagni Delfino (0.8km), Il Ristorante di Le Sirenuse (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Sorrento.
Available at Port of Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Sorrento.
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