The route taken by ferries and hydrofoils from Ischia to Procida is currently operated by 4 different shipping companies.
Each of them offers various daily routes, starting from a minimum of 5 up to a maximum of 14 trips from which passengers can choose.
The distance between the two islands is about 4 nautical miles, corresponding to 7 km. Therefore, the duration of crossings is not particularly long. On some ferries in particular, it is possible to take one’s own car with one. One must, however, be careful, as from April until the end of October in Procida one cannot drive with motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds, unless one is a permanent resident of the island.
Ferries and hydrofoils from Ischia to Procida operate throughout the year, with about 15 trips per day. Some of the companies that cover this route operate only in high season, but this is not a problem for passengers, who can still choose from several routes.
As for the timetable, the first vehicles departing from Ischia to Procida leave around 06:30 a.m. and arrive at their destination just before 7 a.m.
The last departure, on the other hand, is around 7:30 p.m., with arrival scheduled for a few minutes after 8 p.m. The timetables for return trips from Procida, on the other hand, are there until late in the evening, with the last one leaving around 11 pm.
The duration of a trip from Ischia to Procida varies on average between 15 and 25 min.This variability depends, in particular, on the port of departure and the type of means of transportation chosen.
As is the case with other routes, the cost of Ischia – Procida ferry and hydrofoil tickets can vary depending on the booking period, the means of transport chosen, whether you also choose to embark your vehicle or any discounts you can take advantage of. In general, the price for this type of crossing is around 15 euros.
There are 3 ports on the island of departure, but vehicles going from Ischia to Procida usually depart from Ischia Porto and Casamicciola. Ischia’s main port is also one of the busiest centers in the area, with several clubs, stores and restaurants. The port of Casamicciola, on the other hand, is located in the northern part of the island and is also populated by clubs, restaurants and services of various kinds.
You will then land in the Marina di Procida Port, located at Via Roma, 1, from which you can easily reach the heart of the island.
