The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Cetara
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
51 m
Ferries per day
26
Distance
18 km
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Cetara will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $16.
Of the 26 ferries that leave Positano for Cetara every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, 23 Apr the direct ferries cover the 18 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 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.
MIZAR12:50 PM0h55Port of Positano1:45 PMPort of Maiori$161One-way0 changes
MIZAR8:40 AM1h50Port of Positano10:30 AMPort of Maiori$161One-way0 changes
TRAVELMAR5:00 PM1h20Port of Positano6:20 PMPort of Maiori$191One-way0 changes
TRAVELMAR9:55 AM1h45Port of Positano11:40 AMPort of Maiori$191One-way0 changes
MIZAR8:40 AM1h30Port of Positano10:10 AMPort of Cetara$191One-way0 changes
COASTLINES6:05 PM0h35Port of Positano6:40 PMPort of Maiori$191One-way0 changes
ALICOST5:50 PM0h50Port of Positano6:40 PMPort of Maiori$191One-way0 changes
MIZAR12:50 PM0h55Port of Positano1:45 PMPort of Maiori$161One-way0 changes
NLG JET6:04 PM0h55Port of Positano6:59 PMPort of Salerno$231One-way0 changes
TRAVELMAR6:30 PM1h00Port of Positano7:30 PMPort of Maiori$191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Positano to Cetara
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Positano to Cetara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a ferry costs an average of $16.
Distance: 9 nautical miles (18 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
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$18 Average Price | $10 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Positano to Cetara Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator NLG | Departure Time 06:04PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Alicost | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Coastlines | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Positano to Cetara ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Cetara ferries for today, Wednesday, 22 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Positano | 1h05 | 12:15 PM Cetara | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Positano to Cetara ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs travelMar?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for travelMar, but also compare tickets for the likes of Positano Jet or Grassi Junior to find the best option for your trip from Positano to Cetara.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Positano to Cetara
Ferries from Positano to Cetara run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $5 by coach.
There are 16 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 55m. There are 41 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Cetara are available to foot passengers.



Distance 9 nautical miles (18 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Ferries per day 16 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 41 |
Fastest ferry 55m |
First ferry 7:50 AM |
Last ferry 8:40 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: travelMar, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior from Positano to CetaraYou can travel by ferry between Positano to Cetara with travelMar, Positano Jet, Grassi Junior for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Positano to Cetara ferries
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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Positano and Cetara
- 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
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Al Convento (0.2km)
- La Frittura Del Golfo (0.3km)
- Acquapazza (0.4km)
- Main companies are Taxi Cetara and Amalfi Coast Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 5120, Stop Cetara
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