Ischia Ferry

Is there a ferry from Ischia?

Yes, you can get a ferry from Ischia to 8 ferry ports. Ferries from Ischia are operated by 6 ferry companies including Medmar, Alilauro, Caremar, Caremar (Hydrofoil) & Alicost. There are currently 45 daily and 277 weekly sailings from Ischia.

Where do ferries go from Ischia?

Ischia ferries sail to 8 ferry ports. These ferry ports include Naples, Procida, Pozzuoli, Capri & Positano.

How long is the ferry from Ischia?

The duration of the Ischia ferry depends which route you take. Ferries from Ischia range between 21 minutes and 3 hours 10 minutes. Bear in mind that Ischia ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Ischia ferry timetable before you book.

What is the fastest ferry from Ischia?

The fastest ferry from Ischia is to Procida, with a duration of around 21 minutes.

Popular Ischia ferry routes

Popular ferries from Ischia include:

Ischia to Naples

Ischia to Naples is the most popular route. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 15 minutes and costs £54.940000000000005 on average.

Ischia to Procida

Ischia to Procida is the second most popular route. It takes around 21 minutes and usually costs approximately £39.17666666666667.

Ischia ferry timetable

The Ischia ferry timetable depends on the route, season and operator. We recommend checking the latest Ischia timetable before you book.

Ischia to Naples ferry timetable:

First ferry: 06:10
Last ferry: 20:20

Ischia to Procida ferry timetable:

First ferry: 06:10
Last ferry: 19:40

How much do ferries from Ischia cost?

Ischia ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Ischia ferry cost. Prices are usually cheaper for foot passengers and outside of the peak summer months.

The Ischia to Naples ferry route costs around £54.94 on average, whereas the Ischia to Procida ferry route usually costs approximately £39.18.

Is there a car ferry from Ischia?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Ischia. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Car operators: Medmar & Caremar

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Ischia?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Ischia. 

Foot operators: Medmar, Alilauro, Caremar, Caremar (Hydrofoil), Alicost & Alilauro Gruson

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ischia?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Ischia.

Pet operators: Medmar, Alilauro, Caremar & Caremar (Hydrofoil)

For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Ischia?

Unfortunately, cabins are not available on ferries from Ischia.

Do I need to book the Ischia ferry in advance?

We would recommend booking the Ischia ferry in advance to secure your spot on the ferry. The sooner you book your ferry tickets, the cheaper they tend to be too.

How to book Ischia ferry tickets

You can book Ischia ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to see live pricing and availability. We recommend booking your Ischia ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page to see if there are any discounts on your desired route.

Ischia Guide

Ischia Ferry Port

The first thing one notices when sailing into the small bay of Ischia is the hulking mass of hills that overshadow the peculiar jumble of architecture spread along the coast. These hills, a consequence of the island’s volcanic formation, are carpeted in the rich greens of a thriving Mediterranean forest, complete with thick shrubs and the gnarled boughs of oak trees. Narrow streets leading from the centre of Ischia climb on switchbacks across the slopes, every turn edged by multi-hued wildlife. The town itself, found by the north-eastern corner of its eponymous island, is a merging of two areas called Ischia Porto and Ischia Ponte; both with distinctive personalities. Ischia Ponte is where most of the old-town can be found. Here a labyrinth of lanes weave between quaint, pastel-coloured villas as they follow the paths once trod by the people of a distant past. The imposing citadel of Castello Aragonese, perched atop a rocky atoll just off the coast, is the most famous of the district’s historic sights. The thick mass of medieval towers and turrets sit so high they risk scratching the Italian sky, while the circle of sheer-faced walls still look as impenetrable today as they proved to be in the past. The ferry port, unsurprisingly, can be found in the area of Ischia Porto. It sits along the northern banks of the bowl-shaped bay, on a curving spit of land that gradually tapers into a breakwater. Only a few passenger facilities can be found here, including a compact car-park and a couple of canvas-topped cafes selling drinks and snacks. Though much of Ischia is hewn by steep mountains, travelling to and from the port is relatively simple due to the SP270 motorway that runs in a circle around the island. One of the best ways to traverse Ischia is by catching one of the red and white buses that whisk passengers to most corners of the region, including to the sprawling town of Forio on the opposite coast. A fleet of micro-taxis also operate along these routes from stops downtown. A number of ferry routes currently leave from the port throughout the week. Services hosted by Medmar and Alilauro lines all sail east into the Gulf of Naples off the western coast of Italy. Alilauro lines travel to the island of Capri and the mainland ports of Sorrento and Naples. Medmar ferries travel to Naples too, as well as offering routes to the nearby Procida island and the town of Pozzuoli.