Naples - Ischia
Ferries to Gulf of Napoli
Naples - Ischia
Ferries to Gulf of Napoli
The Naples to Ischia ferry route is provided by 4 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Naples to Ischia takes approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Naples to Ischia ferry duration can range between 50 minutes and 1 hour 45 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 192 weekly sailings from Naples to Ischia. Medmar provide up to 24 weekly sailings, Alilauro provide up to 12 sailings per day, Caremar provide up to 7 daily sailings and the Caremar hydrofoil service runs up to 5 sailings each day. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Naples at approximately 06:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 21:55. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Naples to Ischia is with Alilauro in 50 minutes.
The fastest ferries cost approximately from Naples to Ischia usually cost around $108.58.
Unfortunately, there are no ferries which operate overnight from Naples to Ischia.
Only a few ferries travelling from Naples to Ischia can transport cars. Therefore, we suggest that you use the car parks near the port of Naples. Please also be aware that motor vehicles are strictly forbidden in Ischia between April and October.
There are no cabins on ferries from Naples to Ischia.
Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Naples to Ischia with Caremar. However, please note before travelling that dogs must have a leash and be muzzled at all times and can either stay on the outside decks or in the kennel. Smaller animals must remain in their own carrier.
Passengers travelling with Caremar can bring 1 piece of luggage measuring up to 50x40x20 cm and must not exceed a maximum weight of 10 kg on hydrofoils or 20 kg on conventional ferries. Passengers travelling with Medmar can take 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 20kg free of charge. Passengers travelling with SNAV and Alilauro can take 1 piece of hand luggage weighing a maximum of 9kg and measuring no bigger than 50x35x20cm.
The price of a ferry from Naples to Ischia can vary between $46 and $194 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $93, prices can range from $46 and $147. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. We highly recommend that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Ischia.
The best way to travel from Naples to Ischia is by ferry. With 30 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility including the ferry from Naples to Casamicciola.
You can take a day trip from Naples to Ischia. Simply catch the early ferry from 06:00 and you can arrive in Ischia as early as 07:10. However, there are 30 ferries from Naples to Ischia departing every day so you have plenty of choice. You can even get a hydrofoil if you wish to get there quicker. Please be aware that the last ferry back to Naples leaves at 21:55.
During the peak season, please ensure that you arrive at least 1 hour prior to your scheduled departure to account for potential queues. Ferries from Naples to Ischia sail to Ischia port and Casamicciola ferry port so check which destination is more convenient before booking.
The port of Naples is very close to the city centre and is located only 10 minutes from Napoli Centrale and 15 km from Capodichino airport. Those sailing by conventional ferry will depart from the Calata Porta di Massa quay, which is easily accessible from Beverello Pier via shuttle bus. Passengers sailing by hydrofoil (fast ferries) will depart from Beverello Pier.
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| Naples - Ischia Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 4 | |
| Operators | Alilauro, Caremar, Caremar (Hydrofoil) & Medmar | |
| Average Price | $101* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 13 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 90 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 2m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 50m | |
| First Ferry | 06:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:55 | |
| Distance | 19 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
You can get a whole variety of different ferries from Naples, as this port connects a whole number of different islands to the mainland of Italy, such as Sicily, Sardinia, and the Aeolian Islands, as well as to other ports in Italy, such as Sorrento. With up to 358 sailings a week to a multitude of destinations, there is no limit to where you can go from Naples.
Yes, you certainly can travel to Capri from Naples, as this is one of our most popular routes from Naples, and indeed runs 8 times a day. Indeed, this ferry only take about 45 minutes, so it is not only the most popular ferry, but one of the quickest and most regular ferries available from Naples.
As there are such a large number of different destinations you can reach from Naples by ferry, there is no one specific length of time that a ferry can take. Indeed, sail times can range from anywhere between 35 minutes, to 4 and a half hours, to even 11 and a half hours, so to find our how long your precise route will take, please visit the dedicated route page.
Out of all of the operators that work on the different routes from Naples, only one uses hydrofoil ferries to travel, and that is Liberty Lines Fast Ferries, which operates between Naples and the island of Ustica. For all other ferries from Naples, they are all catamarans of different sizes and hulls, but with the same shape and roughly similar speed, so the if you wish to ride a hydrofoil, then be sure to travel with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.
Ischia ferries are operated by Alilauro, Caremar, Alicost, Medmar, Alilauro Gruson, Caremar (Hydrofoil) and Ippocampo connecting Gulf of Napoli, Ischia with 9 destinations. Ischia Ferries sail around 43 times a day and up to 289 times a week.
Ferries from Ischia to Naples sail approximately 152 times per week with a crossing time of 1h 7m. The average price of a Ischia - Naples ferry is about $70.
The Ischia - Sorrento ferry runs 13 times per week with a duration of 56m. The average price of a Ischia - Sorrento ferry is around $73.
Ischia ferries sail to Sorrento, Naples, Pozzuoli, Capri, Monte di Procida, Positano, Salerno, Amalfi, Procida.
The price of a ferry from Ischia starts at around $172.49. Ischia ferries can range between $172.49 and $26.10 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Ischia is on the Ischia - Procida ferry in 15m with Alicost, Alilauro Gruson and Caremar (Hydrofoil).
Car ferries do sail from Ischia and are operated by Caremar, Medmar, Ippocampo. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Ischia with Alilauro, Caremar, Medmar, Ippocampo, Caremar (Hydrofoil), Alilauro Gruson, Alicost.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Ischia with Alilauro, Caremar, Medmar, Caremar (Hydrofoil). For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are currently unavailable on all ferries from Ischia.
