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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Cetara
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€13
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€14
Fastest journey on Oct 10
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
1 h 40 m
Ferries on Oct 10
3
Distance
18 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Cetara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Cetara will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Fast ferries
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 3 ferries from Positano to Cetara, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct ferries cover the 18 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest ferries will take 1 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.
7:40 AM1h50Positano9:30 AMCetara€131One-way0 transfers- 6:40 AM1h50Positano8:30 AMCetara€131One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM1h20Positano5:20 PMCetara€151One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM1h20Positano5:20 PMCetara€151One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 AM1h50Positano9:30 AMCetara€131One-way0 transfers
- 6:40 AM1h50Positano8:30 AMCetara€131One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Positano to Cetara
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Ferries from Positano to Cetara run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 24 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:50, the last at 20:40. The fastest ferry covers the 9 nautical miles (18 km) distance in 25m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Cetara are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Distance 9 nautical miles (18 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Ferries per day 24 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 25m |
First ferry 7:50 AM |
Last ferry 8:40 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Positano to Cetara Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 05:28PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h12 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Positano Jet | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 06:04PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Positano to Cetara ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Cetara ferries for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIZAR | 8:40 AM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 10:30 AM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| MIZAR | 8:40 AM Port of Positano | 1h30 | 10:10 AM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 9:55 AM Port of Positano | 2h15 | 12:10 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 9:55 AM Port of Positano | 1h45 | 11:40 AM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 9:55 AM Port of Positano | 2h05 | 12:00 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 12:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h40 | 1:40 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 12:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h20 | 1:20 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 12:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| MIZAR | 12:50 PM Port of Positano | 0h55 | 1:45 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| MIZAR | 12:50 PM Port of Positano | 1h20 | 2:10 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 1:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h40 | 3:10 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 1:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 1:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h05 | 2:35 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 3:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h40 | 5:10 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 3:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h20 | 4:50 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 3:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 5:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h40 | 6:40 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 5:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 6:50 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 5:00 PM Port of Positano | 1h20 | 6:20 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
 ALICOST | 5:28 PM Port of Positano | 1h12 | 6:40 PM Port of Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ALICOST | 5:50 PM Port of Positano | 0h50 | 6:40 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
 NLG JET | 6:04 PM Port of Positano | 0h55 | 6:59 PM Port of Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 6:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h00 | 7:30 PM Port of Maiori | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 6:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h20 | 7:50 PM Port of Cetara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| TRAVELMAR | 6:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h25 | 7:55 PM Vietri sul Mare | 0 transfersDirect | |
 MARIA DONATA | 7:15 PM Port of Positano | 0h25 | 7:40 PM Port of Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ALICOST | 7:40 PM Port of Positano | 0h55 | 8:35 PM Port of Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Positano to Cetara ferries with Omio?
Alicost as well as travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior and more offer ferries services from Positano to Cetara.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Positano to Cetara.
Why book with Omio vs Alicost?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alicost, but also compare tickets for the likes of travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet or Grassi Junior to find the best option for your trip from Positano to Cetara.
- 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 Alicost with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Positano to Cetara.
Why book with Omio over Directferries, Ferryhopper or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet or Grassi Junior to find the best option for your trip from Positano to Cetara.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Positano to Cetara.
Ferry operators: travelMar, Grassi Junior, Alicost, NLG, Coastlines, Positano Jet from Positano to CetaraYou can travel by ferry between Positano to Cetara with travelMar, Grassi Junior, Alicost, NLG, Coastlines, Positano Jet for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Positano Jet
About
Positano Jet cover the Amalfi Coast from April to October. Their ferry service goes from Amalfi to Positano and onto Capri, with the duration of the journey taking just 30 minutes. In high season there are a number of daily departures for you to easily travel around the Amalfi coast.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Positano Jet Duration
25m
Cheapest Positano Jet Price
€17
Positano Jet frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation allowed up to 24 hours before departure with 70% refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar and beverages available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, assistance available upon request
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Limited cabins available, must be booked in advance
Car on board
Grassi Junior
About
Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV), an Italian ferry operator founded in 1992, offers a range of modern ships categorized into classes such as Cruise Ferries and Ro-Pax vessels. These ships are equipped with amenities like restaurants, bars, lounges, shops, and children's play areas, ensuring a comfortable journey for passengers. GNV provides various ticket types, including options for cars, cabins, and vehicles, catering to diverse travel needs. The top routes serviced by GNV include Genoa to Palermo, Barcelona to Tangier, and Naples to Palermo, connecting key destinations across the Mediterranean.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Grassi Junior Duration
55m
Cheapest Grassi Junior Price
€13
Grassi Junior frequency
4 a day
Additional luggage
The ferry company charges an additional fee for each bag. There is no restriction on the number of bags you can bring.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund for certain services.
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
Snack bar and beverages available
Toilets
Accessibility
Grassi Junior ferries allow you to travel comfortably by sea and avoid the road traffic of the Amalfi Coast. On board, you can choose to travel in the air-conditioned indoor lounge.
Pets
The company offers pet transportation for an additional fee of €5.
NLG
About
Navigazione Libera del Golfo (NLG) is an Italian ferry company that operates services in the Gulf of Naples. The company was established in 1932 and is based in Naples, Italy. NLG operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles between the islands of the Gulf of Naples and the mainland, such as the islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average NLG Duration
55m
Cheapest NLG Price
€18
NLG frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Passengers are allowed to carry one piece of luggage free of charge, with maximum dimensions of 50x30x15 cm and a weight up to 5 kg. Additional or oversized luggage can be transported upon payment of the applicable fee.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled up to 48 hours before departure with a 30% penalty. After this deadline, no refund is due.
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
A small snack bar is available on board for refreshments.
Toilets
Accessibility
Some NLG vessels offer services for people with disabilities, including reserved seats and accessible bathrooms. However, not all vessels have the same facilities, so it is advisable to contact the company prior to travel to confirm specific accessibility needs.
Pets
Dogs, cats, and other small live pets are allowed on board upon payment of the applicable fare. Dogs must wear a muzzle and be on a leash. Cats and other small animals must be kept in appropriate carriers. Pets are not permitted in passenger lounges, except for guide dogs accompanying visually impaired passengers.
travelMar
About
Operating services along the southwest coast of Italy since the late 90s, Travelmar has daily departures across the Amalfi coast. Travelmar operates between six destinations including Salerno and Amalfi. Each ferry route offers a scenic view of the coastline on boats that are designed with sightseeing in mind. The ferries reach speeds of 18 knots and carry between 165 and 348 passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average travelMar Duration
55m
Cheapest travelMar Price
€15
travelMar frequency
18 a day
Additional luggage
One piece of hand luggage per passenger is included (max 45x35x20 cm). Additional or oversized luggage can be taken for a small fee, payable at the port.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are allowed but subject to refund conditions. For detailed policy, consult the booking platform or company.
Amenities on board the ferry
Toilets
Accessibility
Travelmar's larger vessels are properly equipped to carry disabled passengers, but some smaller vessels may not offer access. It is necessary to consult and book in advance to confirm accessibility for your route.
Pets
Pets (dogs, cats, small animals) are allowed onboard. Dogs must be muzzled and on a leash; small animals must remain inside carriers. Pets are only allowed on the outside decks. Aggressive or exotic animals are not permitted.
Alicost
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alicost Duration
50m
Cheapest Alicost Price
€15
Alicost frequency
2 a day
Coastlines
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Coastlines Duration
35m
Cheapest Coastlines Price
€15
Coastlines frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Ferry from Positano to Cetara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano to Cetara 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 Cetara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Positano to Cetara can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Positano to Cetara is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Positano to Cetara is 25m to travel the 18 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Positano to Cetara leaves at 7:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Positano to Cetara leaves at 8:40 PM.
Yes, there are 24 direct ferries a day from Positano to Cetara with Alicost, travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior, Coastlines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Positano to Cetara.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Positano to Cetara.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Positano to Cetara is possible with travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Positano to Cetara, you can count on Alicost, travelMar, NLG, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior, Coastlines for the best way to get you to Cetara. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Positano and Cetara and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Positano and Cetara including taking a bus and ferry.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Positano to Cetara
Most Positano to Cetara ferries use the Porto di Positano to Porto di Maiori port pair. Use this guide to compare Positano and Cetara ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Positano
Arrival ports in Cetara
Which Positano port do ferries to Cetara leave from?
Ferries from Positano to Cetara leave from Porto di Positano. The port is from Positano city centre at Via del Brigantino, 39, 84017 Positano SA, Italy.
Porto di PositanoVia del Brigantino, 39, 84017 Positano SA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Porto di Positano from Positano city centre
Bus line 5070, stopPositano Sponda
Porto di Positano 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 and drink
Food options include: Chez Black (0.1km), Ristorante La Cambusa (0.2km), Ristorante Covo Dei Saraceni (0.3km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto di Positano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto di Positano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto di Positano.
Which Cetara port do ferries from Positano arrive at?
Ferries from Positano to Cetara most often arrive at Porto di Maiori. Some services arrive at Port of Cetara, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Cetara arrival port.
Port of CetaraVia Galea, 84010 Cetara SA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Port of Cetara from Cetara city centre
Bus line 5120, Stop Cetara
Port of Cetara port facilities and services
Port of Cetara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Al Convento (0.2km), La Frittura Del Golfo (0.3km), Acquapazza (0.4km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Cetara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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