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Campania ferry routes & schedules
Campania's ferries are the lifeblood of the Bay of Naples. Fast hydrofoils and car ferries link Naples and Sorrento with Capri, Ischia and Procida many times a day, and longer routes carry travellers south along the Amalfi Coast and on toward Sicily and the Aeolian Islands.
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- 1h 32m
- Avg crossing
About
Ferry travel in Campania
The Bay of Naples islands
From the Naples waterfront, quick hydrofoils (aliscafi) dart across to Capri, Ischia and Procida in well under an hour, while slower car ferries carry vehicles for those staying longer. Capri is a foot-passenger island — cars are heavily restricted — so most visitors take the fast boat; Ischia, larger and less rushed, is where the car ferries earn their keep. Our Bay of Naples ferry guide covers which boat to take from which port.
Destinations
Places to reach by ferry in Campania
Travel guides to the islands and fjords this region's ferries serve.
Capri
Capri has no airport and no bridge, so every visitor arrives by boat at Marina Grande, the island's only passenger port. The two main gateways are Naples (about 45-50 minutes by hydrofoil from Molo Beverello) and Sorrento (the closest mainland port, roughly 20-30 minutes). Fast hydrofoils, catamarans and slower car ferries run year-round, with extra seasonal links from Ischia and the Amalfi Coast between April and October. This guide covers ports, operators, timing and the island's strict car rules.
Capri travel guideIschia
This green, volcanic island in the Bay of Naples trades Capri's glamour for thermal spa gardens and hot springs — and like its famous neighbour, it's reachable only by sea, with no airport or bridge to the mainland. Fast passenger hydrofoils cross from Naples' Molo Beverello in roughly 50 minutes to just over an hour; slower car ferries sail from Naples' Calata Porta di Massa or from Pozzuoli, which is closer, cheaper and the smart choice if you are bringing a vehicle.
Ischia travel guide
Quays
Ferry quays in Campania
7 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
At a glance
Which Campania crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ischia → Procida | 10m | 4 / wk | 3 |
| Sorrento → Capri | 20m | 4 / wk | 4 |
| Naples → Procida | 35m | 4 / wk | 2 |
| Naples → Sorrento | 40m | 4 / wk | 2 |
| Naples → Capri | 50m | 4 / wk | 4 |
| Naples → Ischia | 1h | 4 / wk | 4 |
| Pozzuoli → Ischia | 1h 20m | 4 / wk | 2 |
| Naples → Palermo | 8h 30m | 3 / wk | 3 |
| Capri → Ischia | 50m | 2 / wk | 1 |
| Naples → Termini Imerese | 9h 30m | — | 1 |
| Salerno → Tunis | 24h | — | 1 |
| Salerno → Palermo | — | — | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Campania
12 routes departing Campania.
Salerno2 routes
Capri1 route
Ischia1 route
Pozzuoli1 route
Sorrento1 route
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Campania?
Guides
Planning ferry travel in Campania
Practical guides to fares, booking and the crossings worth building a trip around.
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Travel updates
Latest updates for Campania
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Should I take a hydrofoil or car ferry to Capri and Ischia?
For Capri, take the fast hydrofoil — the island heavily restricts visitor cars, so there's little reason to bring one. For Ischia, a car ferry makes sense if you're staying a few days and want a vehicle; otherwise the hydrofoil is quicker. Hydrofoils are faster but pricier and more weather-sensitive than the car ferries.
How many ferry routes are there in Campania?
Campania has 15 ferry and express-boat connections across 7 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Campania?
Boat and ferry services in Campania are run by 8 operators, including Alilauro, Caremar, Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Medmar and NLG. Most are part of Italy's county public-transport network.
How long are ferry crossings in Campania?
Across Campania's active crossings the average sailing takes about 1h 32m, while the longest runs roughly 10h 15m. Each route page shows the exact duration.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated June 29, 2026.