Travel between Naples and the islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida on a year-round network of ferries, fast ferries, hydrofoils and catamarans.
Choose your Gulf of Naples ports, travel date and vehicle details to compare available ferry and fast-craft departures.
Caremar — Campania Regionale Marittima S.p.A. — was founded in 1975 and operates passenger, vehicle and freight services throughout the Gulf of Naples. Its network is less about long-distance cruising and more about dependable regional mobility: connecting Naples and Pozzuoli with Capri, Ischia, Casamicciola and Procida, plus the short Sorrento–Capri link.
The company performs public-service obligations as part of Campania’s transport network. That matters because the ferries are not simply holiday excursions. They are everyday transport for island residents, commuters, commercial traffic and visitors, with sailings spread through the day and different vessel types selected for speed, vehicle capacity and operational resilience.
Caremar was privatised in July 2015, when the Campania Region transferred the company to a grouping involving SNAV S.p.A. and RIFIM S.p.A. The operator retains its own brand, ticketing network and MyCaremar app while continuing to serve the seven principal ports in its Gulf network. Caremar mixes conventional ferries, TMV fast ferries, a hydrofoil and a catamaran. The vessel type affects journey time and whether cars or bicycles can travel, so always check the craft shown against your selected departure.
Caremar’s live timetable changes through the year and mixes different vessel types. The journey times below are planning ranges rather than promises for a specific departure.
One of the Gulf’s best-known island crossings, with vehicle-capable ferry/TMV departures from Porta di Massa and journey times that vary significantly by craft and stopping pattern.
Frequent day-long connectivity links Naples with Ischia’s main ports. Conventional ferries carry vehicles while faster passenger craft reduce crossing time on selected departures.
Caremar offers both ferry and fast-passenger options between Naples and Procida, creating a useful choice between vehicle capacity and a quicker passenger crossing.
The map gives a quick visual overview of the company’s Gulf of Naples network. It should not be treated as a live timetable: vessel allocation, calls at Casamicciola and individual fast-craft departures can change.
For planning with Caremar Ferries, use the map to compare the representative route groups above, including Naples–Capri, Naples–Ischia / Casamicciola, Naples–Procida. It is most useful for judging which departure or arrival point best fits the rest of the journey rather than as a substitute for the live timetable.
After choosing the most practical route, compare the live Caremar Ferries sailing for departure time, calling pattern, passenger requirements and the facilities or accommodation shown for that service. The complete itinerary and arrival location can matter more than a small difference in the headline fare.
Ferry schedules can change because of seasonal planning, weather, port instructions or operational vessel changes. Avoid planning a tight onward connection solely from an illustrative map.
The biggest planning decision is often not the island but the correct terminal. Naples has separate passenger-fast-craft and vehicle-ferry areas, while Pozzuoli offers an alternative mainland gateway to Ischia and Procida.
Porta di Massa is the key vehicle-ferry terminal; Molo Beverello is central for passenger fast craft. Allow time to reach the correct one.
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Capri’s ferry hub receives services from Naples and Sorrento. Vehicle access to the island can be restricted seasonally, so never assume a car ticket will be available simply because the ferry can carry vehicles.
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The island has more than one ferry port. Check the exact arrival/departure port carefully because accommodation transfers and road distances differ.
Explore destinationCompare the complete journey rather than the sea crossing alone. Check the live timetable for your date, confirm the exact departure and arrival ports, and allow enough time for check-in and onward travel.
Caremar is designed for regional day travel, not overnight cruising. Private sleeping cabins are not the normal product; passenger accommodation is based around indoor seating, passenger lounges and, on conventional ferries, access to suitable outdoor deck areas.
Best suited to passengers who need vehicle carriage, bicycles or a more traditional ferry layout. They are usually slower than hydrofoil/fast-craft services but offer more transport flexibility.
Best considered for Vehicle travel and flexible regional crossingsCaremar’s fast ferry units combine higher speed with vehicle capability on selected routes, making them an important middle ground between conventional ferries and passenger-only fast craft.
Best considered for Faster crossings where vehicle carriage is availableFast passenger-focused craft reduce journey time but do not provide the same vehicle or bicycle options. Check the vessel type before committing to luggage, bicycle or mobility plans.
Best considered for Foot passengers prioritising shorter journey timesConventional ferries provide indoor passenger seating for these short regional journeys. Seating layout and access vary by vessel.
Best considered forBest for most Gulf of Naples crossingsTMV, hydrofoil and catamaran services are passenger-focused and use seated accommodation rather than overnight cabin products.
Best considered forBest for travellers prioritising journey timeCaremar is a regional day-ferry network. Do not plan on private overnight cabins; choose the craft and departure time that fit the journey instead.
Best considered forBest for setting the correct expectationFast services and vehicle spaces can fill on busy summer dates. Compare the vessel type and book ahead when a particular departure or vehicle-carrying service matters.
Facilities are functional and vessel-dependent. Caremar’s role is regional transport, so the best comparison is between craft type and timetable rather than cruise-style entertainment.
Catering varies by vessel and sailing.
Passenger lounge layouts vary by vessel.
Connectivity depends on vessel and route.
Keep luggage within the operator’s published allowance.
Family facilities are vessel-dependent.
Ask the operator in advance when assistance is required.
Images in this section are from FerryEU’s general ferry-travel library and illustrate facility types; they are not presented as photographs of a particular Caremar vessel. Confirm the facilities on the ship assigned to your sailing.
Caremar can carry much more than foot passengers, but the permitted transport depends directly on vessel type and island restrictions. Treat each sailing as a specific transport product rather than assuming every departure accepts the same vehicle or equipment.
Vehicle-capable ferries accept cars and motorcycles when booked. Registration must match the ticket, and the original vehicle registration document is required at ticketing/check-in.
Caremar explicitly permits bicycles on Nave and TMV vessel types. If the timetable shows a hydrofoil or other fast unit, confirm carriage before travelling to the port.
Caremar’s transport conditions include animals and its FAQ confirms cats can travel in a carrier under the owner’s care. Check current rules for dogs and other animals before departure.
Caremar provides special assistance and asks passengers who require it to notify the company at least 48 hours in advance, allowing the correct vessel and boarding support to be planned.
Caremar’s short routes can make the journey look casual, but formal ticketing and security procedures still apply. An online ticket is not the end of the process: Caremar requires check-in to obtain the boarding card before embarkation.
If you need a car, motorcycle or bicycle, confirm the sailing is operated by a vessel type that accepts it.
Under Caremar’s 2026 guidance, passengers requiring special assistance should purchase travel and give at least 48 hours’ notice.
In Naples, distinguish Porta di Massa from Molo Beverello. For Ischia, check whether the sailing uses Ischia Porto or Casamicciola.
Collect the boarding card from the port ticket office or an available self-service terminal. After check-in the ticket cannot normally be modified or refunded.
Caremar requires the original vehicle registration document and the number plate must correspond to the booking.
For a foot passenger, speed may be the first consideration. A hydrofoil or catamaran can reduce travel time, particularly between Naples and Procida or Ischia. For a family with luggage, a bicycle or a vehicle, the conventional ferry or TMV fast ferry may be the more practical choice even if the crossing takes longer.
For drivers, the mainland departure point matters. Central Naples is convenient for rail travellers but can be slower to reach by road. Pozzuoli is often worth comparing for Ischia and Procida if your journey approaches from the north or west. The difference in road traffic can outweigh a small difference in sailing time.
For Capri, check vehicle restrictions before building a car-based itinerary. Ferry capability does not guarantee that a non-resident visitor can take a vehicle onto the island on the travel date. For Ischia, note the precise island port because Ischia Porto and Casamicciola are separate arrival points.
Finally, compare return timings before purchasing accommodation or excursions. The Gulf has many sailings, but a late return may use a different vessel type or terminal from the outward journey. Matching both legs can prevent a bicycle, vehicle or accessibility requirement becoming a problem later in the day.
Caremar operates public-service passenger and vehicle connections across the Gulf of Naples, linking Naples, Capri, Ischia, Casamicciola, Procida, Pozzuoli and Sorrento. Individual routes use conventional ferries, fast ferries, hydrofoils or catamarans according to the timetable.
Yes. Caremar operates Naples–Capri services, with departures normally using the Porta di Massa ferry terminal for vehicle-capable services. Journey time varies by vessel and sailing, so use the live timetable for the selected departure.
Yes on vehicle-carrying ferries and TMV fast ferries where vehicle space is offered. Vehicle registration details must match the booking, the original registration document is required at ticketing/check-in, and dimensions must be declared accurately.
Caremar states that bicycles may be carried on its Nave and TMV vessel types. They are not a universal option on every hydrofoil or fast unit, so check the vessel type shown for the sailing before buying.
Caremar does not publish one simple universal check-in time across every service. Online passenger tickets stop being sold 90 minutes before scheduled departure and vehicle tickets seven hours before departure. Online-ticket holders must still complete check-in and collect the boarding card, so arriving well before departure is sensible.
Yes. Caremar says an online ticket is a definitive travel ticket, but passengers must complete check-in to obtain the boarding card at the departure-port ticket office or, where available, a self-service terminal.
Animals are covered by Caremar’s transport conditions. Caremar specifically confirms that cats may travel when kept in a suitable carrier and cared for by the passenger. For dogs or other animals, check the current conditions and selected vessel before travel.
Caremar is a short-distance Gulf of Naples ferry and fast-craft operator, not an overnight cruise-ferry company. Travellers should expect passenger seating and day-ferry facilities rather than private sleeping cabins.
Yes. Caremar provides trained staff, designated seating and, on suitable vessels, lifts, accessible toilets and reserved vehicle-deck areas. Since February 2026 passengers requiring special assistance are asked to purchase travel and notify Caremar at least 48 hours in advance.
Caremar instructs passengers with LPG or CNG vehicles to tell the crew before boarding. Its published FAQ says the LPG/CNG tank must be empty and the vehicle should operate using its alternative petrol supply before embarkation.
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