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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Naples to Sicily (Island)
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Naples to Sicily (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Sicily (Island) will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $43.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Naples for Sicily (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 362 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 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, coach, flight and ferry for Naples to Sicily (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naples to Sicily (Island) 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 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 195 nautical miles (362 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Coach |
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$55 Average Price Cheapest | $134 Average Price | $81 Average Price | $57 Average Price |
12h 47m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Naples to Sicily (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days 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 Wed, Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Naples to Sicily (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Sicily (Island) ferries for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 GL77 | 7:00 pm Port of Salerno | 11h00 | 6:00 am 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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Overview: Ferry from Naples to Sicily (Island)
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Ferries from Naples to Sicily (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $40 but you can travel from only $20 by coach.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 195 nautical miles (362 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Naples to Sicily (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 195 nautical miles (362 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi, Tirrenia, Siremar from Naples to Sicily (Island)You can travel by ferry between Naples to Sicily (Island) with GNV, Grimaldi, Tirrenia, Siremar for as low as $20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Naples to Sicily (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples to Sicily (Island) 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 Sicily (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Naples, you have various port options to start your journey from including Naples Beverello, Port of Naples and Naples Calata Porta di Massa. When arriving in Sicily (Island), you can end your journey in ports like Port of Palermo and Port of Milazzo.
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, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Naples and Sicily (Island)
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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
- Trattoria del Pesce Fresco (0.3km)
- Osteria Lo Bianco (0.7km)
- Trattoria Ai Cascinari (0.9km)
- Main companies are Autoradio Taxi and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 101, Stop: Porto
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Al Pescatore (0.3km)
- Trattoria La Casalinga (0.6km)
- Doppio Gusto (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Milazzo and Taxi Milazzo.
- Free
- Bus Line 5, Stop: Porto Milazzo
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