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How to book a Ferry to Palermo

How to book a Ferry to Palermo

Compare all ferries to Palermo in Sicily to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Palermo to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

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Palermo Ferry Services

Palermo Ferry

Palermo port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Palermo?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Palermo from 16 different ports. These include Naples, Genoa, Livorno, Tunis & Cagliari.

Palermo schedules

Ferries to Palermo sail up to 24 times a day and up to 99 times a week.

Palermo operators

Ferries to Palermo are operated by 4 operators including Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar.

How long is the ferry to Palermo?

The duration of the ferry to Palermo depends on the route you choose. The Alicudi to Palermo is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 2 hours, whilst Genoa to Palermo is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 20 hours.

Bear in mind that Palermo ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Palermo ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Palermo

There are currently 16 different ferry routes to Palermo.

Naples to Palermo

Genoa to Palermo

Livorno to Palermo

Tunis to Palermo

Cagliari to Palermo

Ustica to Palermo

Lipari to Palermo

Civitavecchia to Palermo

Salerno to Palermo

Vulcano to Palermo

Salina to Palermo

Rinella to Palermo

Filicudi to Palermo

Milazzo to Palermo

Alicudi to Palermo

Ustica Cala Cimitero to Palermo

Popular ferry routes to Palermo

Naples to Palermo is the most popular route, with 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 9 hours 45 minutes and costs £209.68 on average. 

The second most popular route is Genoa to Palermo which takes around 20 hours and costs £418.46 on average. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Palermo go to?

Palermo ferries currently sail to 16 ports including Naples, Genoa, Livorno, Tunis & Cagliari.


Palermo ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Palermo?

Palermo ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Palermo ferry cost. 

Ustica to Palermo is the cheapest ferry, costing £71.55 on average. There are 5 daily and 28 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 2 hours 7 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Genoa to Palermo. The price is usually around £418.46. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 20 hours.


Getting the ferry to Palermo with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Palermo?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Palermo with 3 operators. Car operators include Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines & Siremar. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Palermo?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Palermo with 4 operators including Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Palermo?

You cannot take your bike on ferries to Palermo.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Palermo?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Palermo with 3 operators including Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines & Liberty Lines Fast Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Palermo

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Palermo online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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