Getting there
How to get to Ischia from Naples: ferries, hydrofoils, times
Ischia is reached by sea. Ferries (cars + passengers) and hydrofoils (passengers only) sail every day from Naples and Pozzuoli. Here's how to choose.
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From Naples
Two ports: Molo Beverello (fast hydrofoils, ~50 min, no cars) and Calata Porta di Massa (car ferries, ~90 min). Main operators: Caremar, SNAV, Alilauro, Medmar. In high season, hourly departures.
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From Pozzuoli
Caremar and Medmar car ferries to Ischia Porto or Casamicciola. ~60 min. Best if you arrive from the north (A56 ring road), avoiding central Naples traffic.
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From Naples Capodichino airport
No direct flights to Ischia. From Capodichino, take the Alibus shuttle to Molo Beverello (~30–40 min). Allow at least 2 hours between landing and boarding.
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Which Ischia port to land at
Three ports: Ischia Porto (main), Casamicciola (best for Lacco Ameno and Forio), Forio (west coast). For Lacco Ameno, Casamicciola is closest: 10 minutes by car.
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With or without a car
In summer, bringing a car to Ischia is discouraged: narrow roads, heavy traffic, limited parking. Better to arrive on a hydrofoil and move by bus, taxi or microtaxi (see our guide).
Frequently asked
- How much does a ticket cost?
- Passenger only: ~20–25€ by hydrofoil, ~15–20€ by ferry. With car: from 50€ up, depending on operator and season.
- Should I book?
- Foot passengers: rarely. With a car in high season: always.