How to reach the island of Procida, the smallest and perhaps least known of the Campania archipelago, here are some indications to get to Procida from Naples and to love it, beyond anything else.
With its only 16 kilometers of perimeter and just over ten thousand inhabitants, Procida it is the smallest of the islands in the Gulf of Naples, which also includes Capri and Ischia. The very small islet of Vivara, connected to it by a pedestrian bridge.
How to reach Procida
Procida can be easily reached from Naples, the nearest city, or from the island of Ischia. From Naples there are three ports from which sea connections to the island, ferries and hydrofoils of various companies depart. During the high season it is advisable to book tickets in advance so as not to risk long lines at the ticket office or worse, sold out on board.
Reach Procida from the ports of Naples
From the Molo Beverello
From here the Caremar and Snav hydrofoils leave, leading to Procida in about 35 minutes.
From Calata di Massa
Only ferries (Caremar and Medmar) depart from here and take a little longer to reach the island. The duration of the trip is about 1 hour, and the price is usually cheaper than the hydrofoil.
From Pozzuoli
If you leave from Pozzuoli, you can take the Caremar and Gestur ferries and arrive at your destination in about 40 minutes.
From Naples Capodichino Airport
If you have taken a flight to Naples, you can reach the ports of Molo Beverello and Calata di Massa with the Alibus service, which leaves every 20 minutes from Capodichino. The price is 3 euros and the ticket can be purchased on board.
If you prefer to be more autonomous, you can take a taxi instead. The fare is usually around 20 euros but I recommend that you ask the taxi driver before getting on.
From the Central Station P.zza Garibaldi
If you arrive in Naples by train, you should know that the Piazza Garibaldi station is only 2 kilometers away from Molo Beverello. From here you can take a taxi (about 10 euros) or a bus, at the station which is located near the station. Ask for information before getting on, as the routes may vary.
Reach Procida from Ischia
From Ischia Porto and Casamicciola both ferries and hydrofoils (Caremar and Snav) are available to reach nearby Procida. By ferry it will take 25 minutes and by hydrofoil only a quarter of an hour. And now that you know how to reach Procida, you have no more excuses not to go there.
