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Taking the Naples to Capri Ferry: All You Need to Know

A trip to Italy is not complete without visiting the gorgeous island of Capri

Honestly, if Capri isn’t on your couple’s bucket list, then go add it now!

Located in the Bay of Naples and known for its upscale shopping and beautiful landscape, Capri is easy to access by taking a Naples to Capri ferry

Friends, trust me when I tell you this is no ordinary boat ride. 

The Naples to Capri ferry is like being transported from the energetic streets of Naples to a serene ocean adventure that ends with you enjoying an Italian island paradise.

Our trip to Capri was part of our honeymoon, where we spent several glorious weeks in Rome before heading to the southern coast of Italy, which included Capri, the gorgeous Amalfi Coast, before wrapping up in Paris

While I only had the pleasure of spending 24 hours in Capri, it was enough time to fall in love with this small slice of Italy.

Let me tell you honestly, though, if you have time, I would definitely schedule for time in Capri and at least 3 days on the Amalfi Coast

They are both so gorgeous that this isn’t an area you want to rush through. 

In addition to Capri, you might want to check out the things to do in Ischia, Italy, as Ischia is known for some great beaches. 

I probably would have scheduled a few days in Napes as well. 

There are plenty of things to do in Naples in 2 days if you want to explore it as well. 

If nothing else, eat pizza in Naples, which is one of the top traditional Italian foods!  

We discovered Capri while planning our honeymoon in Europe using our trusty Pinterest account. 

After seeing all of the gorgeous pictures of Capri, I insisted that we arrange for some time there. 

Capri has been attracting visitors for generations, from the Roman emperors to Hollywood’s rich and famous.

Like most people, my initial research started with a simple question, how do I catch a Naples to Capri ferry?  

Well, you’re in luck because I will give you this information quickly and easily to ensure you can visit Capri while on your Italian holiday!

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Naples to Capri Ferry: Everything You Need to Know

Logistics of the Naples to Capri Ferry

It turns out that catching a Naples to Capri ferry is really quite simple!

Ferries from Naples to Capri depart from the Molo Beverello and the Calata Porta di Massa.

It’s important to note that there are a few options when choosing your Naples to Capri ferry. 

You can take the slow traghetto (ferry), a faster Nave Veloce, or the fastest boat, an aliscafo/jet (a hydrofoil). 

Of course, all three have a price difference, with the hydrofoil being the most expensive option. 

Deciding which to take is important as they depart from two different ports.

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Molo Beverello

If you’re like most people, you are probably making a day trip from Naples to Capri and want to arrive quickly. 

With that in mind, spend a few extra euros and head for the Molo Beverello port to catch one of the faster boats to Capri.

Getting to Molo Beverello is easy. 

If you’re coming in from the airport, take the Alibus shuttle bus directly opposite the exit to the airport. 

The shuttle busses depart every 15-20 minutes and cost about 5 euros per person, much cheaper than a taxi!

If you’re already in Naples or have just arrived via train, you can take Tram 1 or bus 151 from Piazza Garibaldi to Molo Beverello. 

Marty and I chose to walk to the port, and it was actually quite easy. 

We walked down Piazza Municipio toward the sea, crossed the super busy road (be careful!), took a right, and walked down Via Ammiraglio Ferdinando Acton and just watched for the signs of the port.

Calata Porta di Massa

If you’re arriving by plane, you can follow the directions above and jump on the Alibus airport shuttle bus.

If you’re already in Naples, take the metro to the Universita Metro stop, then walk down Via Marchese Campodisola. 

Cross over Via Alcide de Gasperi and Via Nuova Marina, and you will see the port straight before you.

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Buying a Ticket to the Naples to Capri Ferry

When you arrive at the port, choose the line with your destination listed at the top of the board. 

Don’t worry about the name of the company. 

Several companies offer a Naples to Capri ferry, and since you probably don’t have a preference, find one with a convenient departure time for a price you are willing to pay. 

Although buying your ticket in advance isn’t necessary, you might want to check the times and prices before arriving at the ferry port. 

If that is the case, the easiest way is to head to the Capri Tourism website.

Here, you will find departure times and ticket prices all organized for you.

Ticket prices at the time of publication ranged from 14 to 23 euros one way, depending on the speed of the boat and the point of departure. 

Service on a given line runs hourly, so you don’t usually have to wait long for a boat to be ready.

Marty and I just arrived at the port, checked the board for the next departing boat, and went and bought our tickets. 

It was really such an easy process.

Tips For Buying a Ticket

Naples to Capri Ferry

I would highly advise that you check the schedule often as it is subject to change and often does. 

If you are traveling during the high season (July and August), I highly recommend arriving at the port early to avoid selling your tickets.

Your ticket will have the time printed on the front, containing the departure and arrival port. 

If you buy a return ticket, it will look the same, but the arrival and departure ports will be reversed and will have a later time. 

Generally speaking, the times are not steadfast rules.  If your return ticket states 5 p.m., but you want to get on the 6 p.m. boat, this usually isn’t an issue (as long as the boat isn’t sold out). 

So, if you are traveling during the high season (July and August), it’s best to ensure you depart at your scheduled time.

What to Expect on the Naples to Capri Ferry

The ride from Naples to Capri takes anywhere from 40 min to 1 and 1/2 hours, depending on the boat that you choose.

I will tell you that this is one of the most scenic ferry rides we’ve ever taken. 

Sitting out on the deck with the wind blowing in my hair and the warm salty air surrounding me relaxed me. 

We loved seeing the seaside towns dotting the hillside as we passed by. 

I swear that Marty must have taken a hundred shots of Mt. Vesuvius. 

He loved seeing it looming off as we swayed along on the ocean.

The boats were comfortable and served snacks and drinks, making the time on them seem to pass by pretty quickly.

Our first sight of Capri took our breath away. 

Suddenly, you see these gorgeous rock cliffs coming out of the ocean, and then in the distance, you see the hillside dotted with beautiful homes while underneath it, all boats bob in the water. 

It’s truly gorgeous!

Naples to Capri Ferry

Arriving in Capri

All of the ferries arrive in Capri’s Marina Grande. 

Once you arrive, you will walk up the pier toward the center of the port area. 

From here, you have a couple of options. 

If you are heading up the hill to the town of Capri or Ana Capri, you can take a taxi anywhere you wish on the island. 

You can also take the funicular or the bus to either of these places. 

If you have a boat tour of the island scheduled, you are probably already in the right place since most boats leave from Marina Grande.

Marina Grande Capri is easily accessible with the Naples to Capri ferry

 Naples to Capri Ferry-All of Your Questions Answered

As you can see, the Naples to Capri ferry is an easy and fun way to explore Capri. 

Check out our post, How to Spend 24 Hours In Capri, to see some fun things we did while visiting this island. 

Comment below if you have questions or further suggestions! 

While you’re here, don’t forget to book a fun tour for your time on Capri!

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Book Your Trip: Logistical Tips and Tricks

Book Your Flight:

We love using CheapOAir, Kayak, and Kiwi to search for the best flight prices. We love using these search engines because they search the web for airlines worldwide to ensure you get the best deal! In addition to flights, you can also find great hotel prices on Kayak and Kiwi.

Book Your Vacation Package:

If you want to book an entire vacation package, we suggest using Expedia. We love how easy Expedia is to use, and we always find good deals on entire vacation packages on their site.

Another great site for vacation packages is BookVIP. BookVIP offers super cheap vacation packages to incredible destinations. You are sure to save money using their site!

For full guided vacations, including hotels, some meals, transportation, and guides, then we book with Trafalgar. Trafalgar is a trusted tour company that will meet all your needs while ensuring a great experience.

Trip.com allows you to book flights, hotels, train tickets, rental cars, airport transfers, tours, and more all on one site. Owned by the parent company that also owns Skyscanner, this is a trusted resource for travel booking and a great “one-stop shop.”

Book Your Accommodations:

We always begin our search by checking out honest reviews on TripAdvisor hotels. This allows us to narrow our search for specific properties once we are ready to book. Of course, you can also book directly on the TripAdvisor site!

There are several accommodation sites that we like to use. One of our favorites is Booking.com because it offers a wide variety of hotels and guesthouses at a good price.

Another “go-to” hotel booking site for us is Hotels.com. We love their loyalty program that allows you to earn free nights, and their “secret prices” for members are fabulous deals!

HotelsCombined is another cool site. They allow you to compare all the top travel sites with one search to ensure you find the best deal out there. Kayak works in this way as well.

If you want a luxurious all-inclusive vacation, consider checking out the Sandals/Beaches properties. Sandals properties are for couples only and Beaches are for families. We have visited Sandals in the past and absolutely love the attention to detail and the service they provide.

Tour Companies We Trust:

We love taking guided tours when visiting new places. Our go-to tour companies are Viator.com and Get Your Guide. Both of these companies have been in business for years and provide excellent customer service. You can trust booking tours from their sites for sure!

For a guided city tour, check out City Sightseeing and BigBus Tours. These bus tours are so much fun and easy to hop on and hop off at top attractions in cities around the world.

CityPass is a great way to save money when visiting large cities. CityPass allows you to get free admission to major attractions once you buy their pass. The savings add up quickly with this pass, often saving 50% with combined admissions.

Another great pass to save money in larger cities is the Sightseeing Pass. This pass allows you to save valuable time and money by combining admissions to major attractions. They also have a handy app that keeps everything you need at your fingertips.

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    About the Author

    Michelle Snell is a travel writer, history buff, wine lover, and enthusiast of different cultures. Michelle enjoys bringing places to life through creative content creation and her informative writing style on her blogs, That Texas Couple and Totally Texas Travel and accompanying social media accounts.  She is happiest sipping wine in Italy or chilling on a beach with her husband, Marty.

    Akriti

    Wednesday 19th of June 2019

    Naples is my favorite place. I would definitely love to explore it again!!

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    thattexascouple

    Thursday 20th of June 2019

    We just love all of Italy! LOL!

    Lance

    Tuesday 18th of June 2019

    It sounds like such a simple process to take a ferry from Naples to Capri. I think we would take the slowest ferry and enjoy the ride and the views. Capri looks stunning. I can see why you insisted on a honeymoon trip to see it.

    thattexascouple

    Thursday 20th of June 2019

    It was beautiful, Lance. We definitely enjoyed the views and our time on Capri!

    Kelly

    Tuesday 18th of June 2019

    Capri is on my bucketlist. I'm pinning this for when I go. Thank you!

    thattexascouple

    Thursday 20th of June 2019

    So happy to hear that, Kelly! Thank you and I hope you get to go soon!

    Andi

    Sunday 16th of June 2019

    I've yet to explore this part of Italy and I would really love to, I think the ferry is a great way to do it. Thank you for all the detailed info, I love posts like these which tell you what to really expect!

    thattexascouple

    Sunday 16th of June 2019

    Thank you for reading, Andi. We loved exploring this southern Italy. It was breathtakingly beautiful.

    Annick

    Sunday 16th of June 2019

    What great details to make it easy to catch the ferry to Capri. I’ll make it there one of these days since it looks so beautiful! Thank you for including information on how to get in from the marina to other things to do on Capri.

    thattexascouple

    Sunday 16th of June 2019

    Thanks for reading, Annick. I hope you do make it one day. Capri is absolutely amazing!