Ischia – Positano

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Ischia – Positano

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Ischia Positano Ferry

The Ischia Positano ferry route connects Gulf of Napoli with Italy. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Alicost. The crossing operates up to 6 times each week with sailing durations from around 2 hours 15 minutes.

Ischia Positano sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Ischia Guide

Ischia Ferry Port

The first thing one notices when sailing into the small bay of Ischia is the hulking mass of hills that overshadow the peculiar jumble of architecture spread along the coast. These hills, a consequence of the island’s volcanic formation, are carpeted in the rich greens of a thriving Mediterranean forest, complete with thick shrubs and the gnarled boughs of oak trees. Narrow streets leading from the centre of Ischia climb on switchbacks across the slopes, every turn edged by multi-hued wildlife. The town itself, found by the north-eastern corner of its eponymous island, is a merging of two areas called Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte; both with distinctive personalities. Ischia Ponte is where most of the old-town can be found. Here a labyrinth of lanes weave between quaint, pastel-coloured villas as they follow the paths once trod by the people of a distant past. The imposing citadel of Castello Aragonese, perched atop a rocky atoll just off the coast, is the most famous of the district’s historic sights. The thick mass of medieval towers and turrets sit so high they risk scratching the Italian sky, while the circle of sheer-faced walls still look as impenetrable today as they proved to be in the past. The ferry port, unsurprisingly, can be found in the area of Ischia Porto. It sits along the northern banks of the bowl-shaped bay, on a curving spit of land that gradually tapers into a breakwater. Only a few passenger facilities can be found here, including a compact car-park and a couple of canvas-topped cafes selling drinks and snacks. Though much of Ischia is hewn by steep mountains, travelling to and from the port is relatively simple due to the SP270 motorway that runs in a circle around the island. One of the best ways to traverse Ischia is by catching one of the red and white buses that whisk passengers to most corners of the region, including to the sprawling town of Forio on the opposite coast. A fleet of micro-taxis also operate along these routes from stops downtown. A number of ferry routes currently leave from the port throughout the week. Services hosted by Medmar and Alilauro lines all sail east into the Gulf of Naples off the western coast of Italy. Alilauro lines travel to the island of Capri and the mainland ports of Sorrento and Naples. Medmar ferries travel to Naples too, as well as offering routes to the nearby Procida island and the town of Pozzuoli.


Positano Guide

Positano Ferry Port

Situated on the west coast of Italy, Positano is a small town forming part of the Amalfi Coast. There are many ferry routes departing the port, typically crossing to other coastal towns in Italy and ranging from around 25 minutes to 70 minutes.

What is there to do in Positano?

Much like most of the west coast of Italy, Positano is incredibly photogenic. Sun kissed beaches decorate the coastline and colourful houses line the town centre; when envisaging a postcard picture Mediterranean town, Positano is what you’d imagine. The town’s appeal lies in the wonderful aesthetics of its landscape; walking trails dominate the land, affording glorious vistas of the surrounding mountainside. The beaches are also ideal for a leisurely stroll whilst embracing the refreshing sea breeze, especially in the summer when the sun shines down on the azure blue waters. Although the beaches are often fairly peaceful, much of the activity revolves around the beach clubs and bars that are dotted along the shoreline, creating a youthful energy. To really experience the beauty of Positano, a few companies offer excursions around the water encompassing the town. For those that prefer to spend their time on land, many tours are available around the religious sites scattered around the town, as well as some of the large parks. After a day of sightseeing, head to one of the excellent restaurants that serve delicious seafood fresh from the water.

How do you get around Positano?

Most choose to travel around the town on foot to bask in the warm weather and idyllic scenery. Alternatively, there is a bus service in operation, travelling to popular regions of Positano.


Ischia to Positano
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-04-28 and 2025-05-04

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Alicost 17:15 19:30 2 hours 15 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun

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