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Ferries to Ponza from San Felice Circeo
Hydrofoil timetables for the 2026 season, fares, departure pier at the tourist port and direct boat rental alternative for those seeking route flexibility.
Why rent a boat in San Felice Circeo
San Felice Circeo is the closest continental port to Ponza after Terracina: 26 nautical miles of crossing, 4 more than Terracina but with a logistical advantage for those departing from Roma sud, Pomezia and Latina nord - saves 30 minutes of travel time compared to going down to Terracina. The tourist port is managed by the Comune and hosts hydrofoils, private charters and pleasure boats. The only company with regular line service is Vetor, which operates the route under seasonal concession: typical season June-September, with frequency concentrated on weekends in June and September, and 1-2 daily departures in July-August. Passenger volume is lower than that of Terracina and Formia, and this translates into a more reduced schedule and a higher probability of service suspension in case of rough seas. For those who want certainty of departure, advance booking (at least 1-2 weeks in high season) is the rule. Alternatively, renting a boat with a skipper from the tourist port allows one to avoid the hydrofoil bottleneck: at 240-320 € distributed among 6 people, the average cost is 40-55 € per person, comparable to the round trip ferry with the advantage of choosing a free route, stops in the roadstead (Pisco Montano, Capo d'Anzio, Cala Feola) and autonomous return time. The pier of the tourist port is also the starting point for the complete tour of the Promontorio del Circeo, reachable in a day by combining a round trip with a swim at the Grotte della Maga Circe.
What you find on The Boat Platform in San Felice Circeo
- •Vetor Hydrofoil (seasonal line): capacity 200-250 seats, air-conditioned lounge, crossing 1h 15m. Range 32-45 €/leg per person, supplement 4-6 € for bulky luggage.
- •Hydrofoil + same-day round trip: seasonal promotional package, range 60-75 € per person on weekdays in June and September.
- •Organized daily charter: boat with skipper and 4-12 seats, departure from the port of Circeo towards Ponza with a stop at the Grotte della Maga Circe and Pisco Montano, range 75-130 € per person.
- •Skippered boat rental alternative: 6-8 people, flexible departure time, free stops, autonomous return. Range 240-320 € per group (RIB 6 m), 420-580 € (cabin boat 8 m), plus fuel.
Seasonal price ranges
| Boat type | Low season | Mid season | High season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrofoil per leg (per person) | 26-32 € | 32-38 € | 38-45 € |
| Round trip hydrofoil (per person) | 50-62 € | 60-75 € | 72-85 € |
| Daily charter per person (organized group) | 75-95 € | 90-115 € | 110-130 € |
| Skippered RIB rental alternative (group) | 240-320 € | 300-420 € | 400-580 € |
Price ranges aggregated from the listings published on The Boat Platform. Updated on 2026-05-03.
Availability in San Felice Circeo
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Compare direct boat rental to Ponza.Frequently asked questions
How many ferries depart every day from San Felice Circeo to Ponza?+
In high season (July and August) 1-2 daily departures per direction operate, managed by the company Vetor. In mid season (June and September) departures are concentrated on weekends, with 1 departure per day on Saturday and Sunday. In low season the service is not active. The route from San Felice Circeo is the least frequent among the Lazio ports for Ponza - Terracina and Formia have much more extensive schedules.
How much does the San Felice Circeo-Ponza ferry cost?+
The hydrofoil costs between 32 and 45 € per leg per person, with the price varying based on the period (low season 32 €, high season up to 45 €). The round trip ticket in high season is therefore 72-85 € per person; children under 4 years travel free without a seat, under 12 years with a 50% discount. The price difference compared to Terracina (28-40 €) reflects the reduced frequency and seasonal concession costs.
How long does the San Felice Circeo-Ponza crossing take?+
The hydrofoil takes approximately 1h 15m, slightly longer than Terracina-Ponza (1h-1h 15m) for the 4 additional miles of route. In conditions of rough seas (sirocco wind over 15 knots) the crossing can increase to 1h 30m, and with wind over 20 knots departures are suspended. The route passes offshore of the Promontorio del Circeo, offering panoramic views of Pisco Montano and the Pontine archipelago on arrival.
From which pier do the ferries depart in San Felice Circeo?+
Departures for Ponza take place from the tourist port of San Felice Circeo, managed by the Comune. The Vetor ticket office is within the port area, accessible from via degli Argonauti. Check-in opens 30-45 minutes before departure. Paid parking is available 100 meters from the pier (€2.00/h or €15/day); free parking further away on via degli Argonauti (5-10 minutes walk).
Can you bring a car to Ponza with the ferry from San Felice Circeo?+
No. The service from San Felice Circeo is only passenger hydrofoil, without vehicle boarding (neither cars nor scooters). Non-residents who want to bring a scooter to Ponza must use the Laziomar ferry boat from Formia (fare 30-45 €). Once on the island, movement is by public bus, taxi-minibus or scooter rental at Ponza port (25-40 € per day).
Is it better to take the ferry or rent a boat from San Felice Circeo to Ponza?+
For couples and singles, the ferry is the most economical choice (32-45 € per leg). For groups of 4-7 people, the rental of a RIB with a skipper at 240-320 € distributed among 6 people comes down to 40-55 € per person, with the freedom to stop at the Grotte della Maga Circe (at the Promontorio del Circeo, 15 minutes of navigation) during the crossing, choose the return time and not depend on the 1-2 daily departures. The boat is also convenient for those who want to stay overnight on board in a bay instead of staying ashore in Ponza.
Do the ferries to Ponza from San Felice Circeo operate in winter?+
No. The service is exclusively seasonal: it typically starts the first weekend of June and ends the last weekend of September. From October to May there are no direct connections from Circeo. To reach Ponza out of season it is necessary to move to Formia (45 km, 50 minutes by car), the only Lazio port with Laziomar services all year round (1 daily ferry boat in winter, reduced to 1 weekly in December-January).
How to get to San Felice Circeo
By car: the tourist port of San Felice Circeo is 110 km from Roma (1h 35m) via SS148 Pontina and SR113. From Napoli, 165 km via A1 to Cassino and SS148 (2h). Paid parking adjacent to the port (€2.00/h or €15/day); free parking further away on via degli Argonauti (5-10 minutes walk). By train: the Priverno-Fossanova station, on the Roma-Napoli regional line, is connected by a CoTraL bus to Circeo in 35 minutes (€2.00). From Roma Termini, regional train to Priverno (1h 25m); the bus from the station stops 200 meters from the port. The Sabaudia-Latina station, although closer on the map, has lower train frequency and less coordinated buses. Boarding: arrive 30-45 minutes before departure. Check-in requires an identity document for each passenger. The on-site ticket office applies a 2-4 € supplement compared to online purchase - Vetor accepts online booking on its official website.