The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Salerno
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Ferries per day
6
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Salerno will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Positano for Salerno on Sun, Jan 18, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct ferries cover the 24 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jan 18 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.
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Compare bus and ferry for Positano to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Positano to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a ferry costs an average of €3.
Distance: 12 nautical miles (24 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
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€16 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Positano to Salerno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Travelmar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Positano to Salerno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Salerno ferries for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRAVELMAR | 2:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 4:20 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GRASSI JUNIOR | 6:05 PM Port of Positano | 1h10 | 7:15 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 18 | |||||
GRASSI JUNIOR | 7:40 AM Port of Positano | 1h05 | 8:45 AM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 11:10 AM Port of Positano | 1h50 | 1:00 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GRASSI JUNIOR | 11:50 AM Port of Positano | 1h40 | 1:30 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
TRAVELMAR | 12:30 PM Port of Positano | 1h30 | 2:00 PM Salerno Molo Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Ferry from Positano to Salerno
Ferries from Positano to Salerno run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 12 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:40, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 12 nautical miles (24 km) distance in 55m. There are 66 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Salerno are available to foot passengers.






Distance 12 nautical miles (24 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Ferries per day 12 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 66 |
Fastest ferry 55m |
First ferry 05:40 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Travelmar, Grassi Junior, NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost, Coastlines from Positano to SalernoYou can travel by ferry between Positano to Salerno with Travelmar, Grassi Junior, NLG, Positano Jet, Alicost, Coastlines for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Positano to Salerno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano to Salerno 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 Salerno, 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 Salerno, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Positano to Salerno
- 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
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Cicirinella (0.6km)
- Osteria dei Sapori (0.7km)
- Pizzeria La Smorfia (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Salerno and Radio Taxi Salerno.
- Free
- Bus line 5, stop at Piazza della Concordia
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