The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Scala
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Scala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Scala will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Positano for Scala on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct ferries cover the 11 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest ferries will take 30 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.
11:30 AM0h30Positano12:00 PMScala$121One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM0h30Positano12:00 PMScala$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Positano to Scala
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Positano to Scala 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 ferry which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a ferry costs an average of $12.
Distance: 5 nautical miles (11 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Positano to Scala:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Positano to Scala costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Scala take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
Positano to Scala Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Grassi Junior | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator travelMar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Positano to Scala ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Scala ferries for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 AM Positano | 0h30 | 12:00 PM Scala | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 AM Positano | 0h20 | 12:10 PM Scala | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Positano to Scala by bus or ferry
Compare bus and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Positano to Scala
Ferries from Positano to Scala run on average 27 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 27 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 5 nautical miles (11 km) distance in 20m. There are 40 sailings per week.
Distance 5 nautical miles (11 km) |
Average sailing duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Ferries per day 27 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 40 |
Fastest ferry 20m |
First ferry 8:25 AM |
Last ferry 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Ferry from Positano to Scala
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano to Scala 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 Scala, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Positano to Scala
- 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

