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Port of Formia: ferries to the islands, buses and how to get there

Practical guide to the port of Formia: how to reach the boarding point for Ponza and Ventotene, Cotral bus connections and tips for those arriving at the station or by car.

The port of Formia as a maritime hub

The port of Formia represents the main point of reference for those wishing to reach the Pontine Islands. From here, maritime connections operated by Laziomar depart regularly towards Ponza and Ventotene. Since the crossings and the types of vessels used can undergo variations, even at short notice, it is essential to always consult the official channels before setting off. Laziomar provides users with both the specific timetables for the two lines and a page dedicated to upcoming departures, useful for checking the status of the service in real time.

Getting to the port from the railway station

For those arriving by train at the Formia-Gaeta station, the port can be reached on foot. According to estimates reported in regional documentation on ports, the walking route between the station and the port area covers about 800 meters, requiring an average of ten minutes of walking. It is advisable to allow a margin, especially with luggage and in view of boarding.

Bus connections: the Porto stop

The port area of Formia is served by the Cotral bus stop named Porto. This stop serves as the terminus for most of the routes connecting Formia with various neighboring locations, including Gaeta, Itri, Fondi, Terracina, Scauri and Cassino. It is important to note that, especially on weekdays, the Porto stop offers a higher frequency of departures to Gaeta compared to the railway station; for this reason, it is always advisable to check the specific departure stop for each individual route.

The service varies depending on the day of the week. On Sundays, for example, the Cotral service is reduced: based on the calendar published at the beginning of October 2026, services between Formia and Gaeta remain active, while there are no departures for other routes. To plan your travel, you can consult the scheduled timetables, updated day by day and stop by stop, in the dedicated section of the Scopri Formia portal, which uses open data provided by Cotral.

Tips for those arriving by car

Those who choose to reach the port of Formia by their own private vehicle can refer to the information sheets on Scopri Formia to identify the parking areas located nearby, both in the port area and near the station. Please note that access rules, rates and actual availability of parking spaces must always be verified directly on site or by consulting the updated regulations of the Municipality of Formia.

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