Piano di Sorrento on the Bay of Naples
Ferry from Piano di Sorrento to Capri
Sorrento's neighbouring harbour, with its own departure, its own ticket and the shortest crossing to the island
- Laser Capri in around 25 minutes, by motor vessel
- One departure in the morning, one return in the late afternoon, in season only
- Its own pier, its own ticket, not to be confused with Marina Piccola in Sorrento
- Timetable built around a day trip
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The route at a glance
Piano di Sorrento - Capri is a seasonal route run by Laser Capri, the motor-vessel operator based at Capri's Marina Grande. The timetable is built around a day trip: one departure to Capri in the morning, one return in the late afternoon, with the day on the island in between. The crossing takes around 25 minutes. That's shorter than from Sorrento, but with a single daily departure; the Marina di Cassano is its own pier a few kilometres north of Sorrento's Marina Piccola, with its own ticket.
The route runs only in the summer half-year, in the data until late October, and is worth it mainly if you're staying in or near Piano di Sorrento. Anyone wanting a freer day sails from Sorrento or Naples, where boats leave for Capri into the evening.
Departure in Piano di Sorrento
The boat leaves from Marina di Cassano, Piano di Sorrento's harbour on the Banchina di Riva. Laser Capri's desk is at Via Marina di Cassano 102 by the Spiaggia di Caterina. Tickets are available there, online from Laser Capri, and at Molo 23 in Marina Grande on Capri, by cash or card.
Check-in and boarding
Laser Capri sets no fixed deadline for foot passengers, but holds reservations only until 30 minutes before departure; after that the reservation lapses. With one departure a day, that's the benchmark: be at the pier half an hour beforehand, with your ticket in paper or electronic form.
On board
Laser Capri's motor vessels are panoramic boats; the crossing of the bay is part of the excursion. Hand luggage is limited to one piece up to 5 kilograms, anything more travels for a fee. Tickets aren't refunded after departure; cancellation is possible up to 24 hours before at the issuing desk, with a deduction.
Vehicles, bikes and pets
The motor vessel carries only foot passengers; bikes are carried according to the booking details, so check before booking. Pets travel for a pet fare, dogs on a lead and muzzled, cats in a carrier, outside the passenger areas and with a health or rabies certificate on request. The Campania Region bans non-residents from bringing cars, motorbikes and mopeds to Capri, in 2026 from 30 March to 2 November and again over the New Year, with a few exceptions set out in the regulation.
Arrival on Capri
The boat docks at Molo 23 in Marina Grande, the island's only ferry harbour, where Laser Capri's desk also sits. The funicular runs to Capri Town, buses to Anacapri. The return to Piano di Sorrento is the single late-afternoon departure; if you miss it, a boat to Sorrento or Naples remains. The timetable shows both directions.
Tickets and fares
The price is fixed at checkout; Capri also charges a landing fee, children under two travel free without a seat, children up to eleven at the child fare. An overview is on the prices page, and the more frequently served alternative is on the Sorrento - Capri route page.
Piano di Sorrento - Capri
The day trip from Piano di Sorrento
Piano di Sorrento - Capri is a seasonal route run by Laser Capri, the motor-vessel operator from Capri's Marina Grande. The timetable is built around a day trip: one departure to Capri in the morning, one return in the late afternoon, with the day on the island in between. The crossing takes around 25 minutes.
The route runs only in the summer half-year, in the data until late October. It's worth it mainly if you're staying in or near Piano di Sorrento; anyone wanting more flexibility sails from Sorrento or Naples, where boats leave all day.
- Crossing
- around 25 minutes
- Operator
- Laser Capri
- Service
- seasonal, one departure a day
- Starting price
- €21
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Piano di Sorrento - Capri FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the Piano di Sorrento - Capri crossing.
How long does the ferry from Piano di Sorrento to Capri take? +
Around 25 minutes with Laser Capri's motor vessel. There's one departure in the morning and one return in the late afternoon; times for your travel day are in the timetable.
Does the Piano di Sorrento - Capri ferry also run in winter? +
No. The route runs only in the summer half-year, in the data until late October. In winter you sail to Sorrento or Naples and cross from there; both harbours are served year-round.
When do I need to be at the pier? +
Laser Capri sets no fixed deadline, but holds reserved tickets only until 30 minutes before departure; after that the reservation lapses. With a single daily departure, you should get there early anyway. Tickets are available online, at the desk in Piano di Sorrento, and at Molo 23 in Marina Grande on Capri, by cash or card.
How much does the ferry from Piano di Sorrento to Capri cost? +
The price is fixed at checkout, on top of which comes the landing fee Capri charges; children under two travel free without a seat, children up to eleven at the child fare. An overview is on the prices page.
Can I bring a car? +
No. The motor vessel carries only foot passengers; bikes are carried according to the booking details, so check before booking. Regardless, the Campania Region bans non-residents from bringing cars, motorbikes and mopeds to Capri, in 2026 from 30 March to 2 November and again over the New Year.
Can my dog come along? +
Yes, for a pet fare. Dogs travel on a lead and muzzled, cats in a carrier, both outside the passenger areas; a health certificate and, for dogs, proof of rabies vaccination may be required.