The cheapest and fastest ferries from Sorrento to Salerno
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sorrento to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Salerno will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Sorrento for Salerno on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct ferries cover the 34 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 50 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Sorrento to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a ferry costs an average of €23.
Distance: 18 nautical miles (34 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
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€24 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sorrento to Salerno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Sorrento to Salerno ferries for today, Friday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:10 PM Sorrento | 2h50 | 5:00 PM Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Sorrento | 2h05 | 5:15 PM Salerno | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Sorrento to Salerno





Distance 18 nautical miles (34 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 37 |
Fastest ferry 1h 50m |
First ferry 08:20 |
Last ferry 20:25 |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Sorrento to Salerno start from as low as $29 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $29 (€24) depending on the train type and class.
Ferry operators: NLG, Travelmar, Grassi Junior, Positano Jet, Coastlines from Sorrento to SalernoYou can travel by ferry between Sorrento to Salerno with NLG, Travelmar, Grassi Junior, Positano Jet, Coastlines for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Positano Jet
NLG
Grassi Junior
Travelmar
Coastlines
FAQs: Ferry from Sorrento to Salerno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sorrento to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Sorrento, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Salerno, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Sorrento to Salerno
- 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Ruccio (0.1km)
- Ristorante Bagni Delfino (0.8km)
- Il Ristorante di Le Sirenuse (0.9km)
- Main companies are Sorrento Taxi and Taxi Sorrento Coast.
- Free
- Bus Line 5070, Stop: Sorrento Station
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Cicirinella (0.6km)
- Osteria dei Sapori (0.7km)
- Pizzeria La Smorfia (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Salerno and Radio Taxi Salerno.
- Free
- Bus line 5, stop at Piazza della Concordia
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