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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Naples to Palermo
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Naples to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Palermo will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $53.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Naples for Palermo every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, 01 Dec the direct ferries cover the 312 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, coach and flight for Naples to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 168 nautical miles (312 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Coach |
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$54 Average Price Cheapest | $188 Average Price | $94 Average Price | $116 Average Price |
11h 20m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Naples to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Naples to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Monday, 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL77 | 12:15 pm Port of Salerno | 10h15 | 10:30 pm Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| GNV Auriga | 8:30 pm Port of Naples | 10h30 | 7:00 am Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| GLF1 | 9:30 pm Port of Naples | 8h30 | 6:00 am Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Naples to Palermo
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Ferries from Naples to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $40 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 168 nautical miles (312 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 21 sailings per week. Ferries from Naples to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 168 nautical miles (312 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi, Tirrenia from Naples to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Naples to Palermo with GNV, Grimaldi, Tirrenia for as low as $40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Naples to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Palermo by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Naples, you have various port options to start your route from including Naples Beverello and Port of Naples. When arriving in Palermo, you can end your route in ports like Port of Palermo Termini Imerese and Port of Palermo.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Naples Beverello, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Palermo Termini Imerese, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Naples and Palermo
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sat-Sun: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km)
- Gran Caffè Gambrinus (0.5km)
- La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Consortaxi and Radio Taxi Napoli.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Municipio Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km)
- Il Pomodorino (0.5km)
- La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Consortaxi and Radio Taxi Napoli.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Municipio Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km)
- Trattoria del Porto (0.4km)
- Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palermo and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Termini Imerese
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