- Must visit
Museo Correale di Terranova
Sorrento's leading art museum in an 18th-century villa, with Neapolitan paintings, decorative arts, and sea views from the historic residence.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Scafati to Sorrento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scafati to Sorrento will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Scafati for Sorrento on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct ferries cover the 19 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest ferries will take 40 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Scafati to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 10 nautical miles (19 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $7 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Scafati to Sorrento:
A ferry is $0.37 (€0.30) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Scafati to Sorrento costing on average $6 (€5).
A ferry is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Scafati to Sorrento costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
Train takes on average 1h 26m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seremar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Alilauro | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Seremar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Scafati to Sorrento ferries for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 AM Scafati | 0h20 | 5:00 AM Sorrento | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Scafati | 0h40 | 7:40 AM Sorrento | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Scafati to Sorrento run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 10 nautical miles (19 km) distance in 20m. There are 12 sailings per week.
Distance 10 nautical miles (19 km) |
Average sailing duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 20m |
First ferry 6:30 AM |
Last ferry 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Sorrento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sorrento trip today.
Sorrento's leading art museum in an 18th-century villa, with Neapolitan paintings, decorative arts, and sea views from the historic residence.
Museum dedicated to marquetry, showcasing Sorrento's signature wood inlay craft in a historic palazzo. Ideal for understanding local artistic identity.
Small civic museum preserving local archaeological finds and historical materials. A useful stop for context on the Sorrentine Peninsula's past.
Sorrento's main square and transport hub, framed by historic buildings and terraces. The essential starting point for exploring the city center.
Historic lane lined with shops and old buildings, ideal for strolling through the heart of the old town and absorbing Sorrento's atmosphere.
Clifftop public garden with sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. One of Sorrento's most rewarding viewpoints, especially at sunset.
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is baked potato gnocchi with tomato sauce, fiordilatte and basil, a signature comfort dish from the Sorrento peninsula.
Delizia al Limone is a soft sponge cake filled and coated with lemon cream, celebrating the area's famous fragrant lemons.
Limoncello is the local lemon liqueur made from Sorrento lemon zest, traditionally served chilled after meals across the peninsula.
Clifftop restaurant with sea views, specializing in seafood and modern Mediterranean dishes in an upscale setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Campanian tasting menus and polished service in central Sorrento.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving local pasta, seafood and regional specialties in a lively, rustic setting.
Sorrento is pricier than many southern Italian towns. Hotels and restaurants in peak season cost more, while local buses and trains stay relatively affordable.
Service is often included or rounded in. Leave €1-2 at cafés, round up taxi fares, and tip 5-10% at restaurants only for very good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scafati to Sorrento 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 Sorrento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Scafati to Sorrento ferries use the Castellamare di Stabia to Port of Sorrento port pair. Use this guide to compare Scafati and Sorrento ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Sorrento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Ruccio (0.1km), Ristorante Bagni Delfino (0.8km), Il Ristorante di Le Sirenuse (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Sorrento.
Available at Port of Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Sorrento.