How to travel from Positano to Sorrento

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Compare ferry and bus for Positano to Sorrento

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Positano to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. 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 bus costs an average of €2, and a ferry costs an average of €15.

Distance: 5 miles (9 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Positano to Sorrento is a bus with an average price of €2.

This is compared to other travel options from Positano to Sorrento:

A bus is €17 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Positano to Sorrento costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Positano to Sorrento is by bus with an average journey time of 34m.

Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:

Ferry takes on average 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Positano and Sorrento including taking a ferry and bus.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Positano to Sorrento among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Positano to Sorrento

Travel to Sorrento easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Positano to Sorrento.

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There are 2 options to travel between Positano and Sorrento including taking a ferry and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Positano to Sorrento is a bus with an average price of €2.

This is compared to other travel options from Positano to Sorrento:

A bus is €17 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Positano to Sorrento costing on average €20.

The fastest way to travel from Positano to Sorrento is by bus with an average journey time of 34m.

Other travel options to Sorrento take longer:

Ferry takes on average 49m.

The distance from Positano to Sorrento is approximately 5 miles (9 km).
The average frequency per day from Positano to Sorrento is:
  • Around 10 ferries per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Positano and Sorrento as scheduled services by ferry and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Positano to Sorrento:
  • Buses mostly depart from Positano, Mandara (Parcheggio) and arrive in Sorrento, Enjoy Travelling office.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Positano and arrive in Port of Sorrento.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Positano to Sorrento, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Sita Sud S.r.l. to go to Sorrento by bus.
  • Travel with NLG, Positano Jet, Seremar, Alilauro, Coastlines, Alicost S.p.A. to go to Sorrento by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Positano to Sorrento with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Sita Sud S.r.l..
  • 10 direct ferries per day with NLG, Positano Jet, Seremar, Alilauro, Coastlines, Alicost S.p.A..
Omio customers who travel from Positano to Sorrento often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Capri, Rome, Amalfi, Pompei. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sorrento and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sorrento to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sorrento, you can enjoy a day trip to Capri, take a cooking class to learn authentic Italian dishes, relax at the Baths of Queen Giovanna, hike the Path of the Gods, and attend a limoncello tasting. Visit sights like Piazza Tasso, Marina Grande, Sorrento Cathedral, Villa Comunale, and Museo Correale di Terranova for a full experience of the area.
Three to four days in Sorrento is generally ideal for exploring the town's scenic beauty, enjoying local cuisine, and taking day trips to nearby attractions like the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, and Capri.

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