Ferry from Salerno to Capri

On ferries from Salerno to Capri, you can take advantage of the regular discounts offered to specific traveler categories. These discounts differ between companies, but typically infants and toddlers up to the age of 1 to travel for free, while children up to 12 years old are entitled to lower ferry ticket prices.

The high-speed ferries serving the Salerno - Capri route are equipped with basic amenities and services ensuring a comfortable and safe journey. On board, you will typically find seating in air-conditioned lounges and outside on deck to enjoy the sea view, as well as snack bars to grab a bite or drink for the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

As the trip duration is short, cabins are not available on ferries traveling from Salerno to Capri. Standard onboard seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Each ferry company traveling from Salerno to Capri has its own baggage allowance policy. More specifically:

• On NLG ferries, passengers are allowed to bring 1 piece of luggage on board with a maximum size of 50x30x15 cm and a maximum weight of 5 kg.
• With Alicost, you can carry 1 piece of luggage up to 50x35x20 cm in size and 9 kg in weight free of charge.

Bear in mind that an extra fee may apply for any extra luggage or luggage exceeding the indicated dimensions.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on board most Salerno - Capri ferries, provided you include them in your reservation when booking your tickets. Small pets must be kept in carriers, while larger animals must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash.

Don’t forget to bring along the necessary health documents, tickets and any pet supplies you may need during the trip.

For more details, you can check out our comprehensive guide on traveling by ferry with pets in Italy.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Salerno to Capri:

• We recommend arriving at the port of Salerno 1 hr in advance, especially in high season and on weekends, as it can get quite busy.
• Find out the difference between a ferry and a hydrofoil, and choose which type of vessel suits you best for your trip to Capri.
• Capri is one of the best Italian islands with top-notch facilities, but there are many more amazing destinations to explore in the Gulf of Naples.
• If you are heading off on a day trip, don’t forget to also book your return trip on the Capri - Salerno ferry!
• If you need to return to the mainland to catch a train or plane home, you can hop on the Capri - Naples ferry and reach the capital of Campania in as little as 45 min.
• For all travel options, take a look at all available Capri ferry schedules on Ferryhopper and plan your adventure in the Gulf of Naples and beyond!

Where to take the ferry from Salerno to Capri

Ferries to Capri usually depart from Molo Concordia (also called Molo Masuccio) and Molo Manfredi, both located in the port of Salerno.

• Molo Concordia is the closest pier to the city center and Salerno railway station. You can walk there in about 10 min from Piazza Vittorio Veneto and the train station.
• Molo Manfredi is a bit further along the waterfront and hosts shell-shaped maritime station designed by Zaha Hadid, one of Salerno’s architectural landmarks. Around the terminal, you’ll find cafés, bars, pizzerias, shops, and parking facilities.

How to get to the port of Salerno

If you are traveling from the city center of Salerno, both piers are along the seafront promenade, so you can easily get there on foot or hopping on a bus.

From Salerno train station, you can walk about 5 min to Molo Concordia, or take a short taxi ride to Molo Manfredi, which is about 10 min away.

From Naples Airport, you can take the shuttle or train to Naples Central, then continue with regional train to Salerno, which normally takes around 40 min. From there, you can walk or take a taxi to the port.

Where does the ferry arrive in Capri?

Ferries from Salerno typically arrive in Marina Grande, on the northern side of Capri. From the port, you can take the funicular to reach the center center of Capri and the famous Piazzetta square in just 5 min.

There is also a public bus service to Anacapri, Marina Piccola, or other parts of the island, or Capri’s iconic open-air taxis.

In the area near the port, you’ll also find cafés, restaurants and shops, as well as luggage storage, and boat tour operators.

When is the best time to book Salerno - Capri ferry tickets

The Salerno - Capri ferry route is especially popular in summer, when many travelers combine a coast along the Amalfi Coast with a visit to the island. To avoid disappointment during the high season (June to early September, it’s best to book your ferry tickets 3-4 weeks in advance, especially for morning ferries to Capri and late-afternoon returns.

During the shoulder months, which are April-May and late September-October, you can usually afford to book 1-2 weeks ahead of your trip, as crowds tend to be thinner. Nevertheless, on sunny weekends and around major holidays, the ferries can still sell out.

In the low season (November-March), there are fewer crossings from Salerno to Capri, so availability is generally limited. However, you can usually find ferry tickets a few days before you travel.