Ferry to Palermo
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Travelling by ferry to Palermo
Need to get to Palermo by ferry? Looking for information and ferry tickets to Palermo? Vivanoda helps you find the best deals on ferries to Palermo from all 18 ports including Naples, Cagliari, Livorno, Genoa, Salerno, Tunis, Stromboli and Ustica. There are a total of 17 ferry routes operated by Grimaldi Lines, SNAV, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci, Liberty Lines and Siremar.
The Siremar, Liberty Lines, Grandi Navi Veloci, Tirrenia di Navigazione, SNAV and Grimaldi Lines lines to Palermo have a frequency of around 18 crossings a day.
The longest crossing is around 20 hours 30 min on the Genoa - Palermo route (492 mi away) and the fastest on the Ustica - Palermo route (42 mi away) with a duration of 1 hours 30 min.
Statistics of Palermo ferry port
Popular ferry routes to Palermo
Here are the fastest and longest popular ferry routes to Palermo and those with the highest frequency of crossings.
Tips for cheaper and better ferry travel to Palermo
You will make the right choice by choosing the ferry to Palermo. This means of transport has undeniable advantages: comfortable, relaxing, economical... Here are some tips to save money on your ferry crossing to Palermo and travel in the best conditions:
All crossings to Palermo ferry port
What better way to start your trip to Palermo than with a ferry crossing? Grimaldi Lines, SNAV, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci, Liberty Lines and Siremar ferries to Palermo offer a comfortable and affordable alternative for travellers who want to avoid the long queues and tedious boarding procedures at airports. Moreover, you can take your car or motorbike on board, allowing you to explore Palermo and its surroundings in complete freedom as soon as you arrive.
With a wide choice of ferry companies and routes from Naples, Cagliari, Livorno, Genoa, Salerno or Tunis to Palermo, use our fare comparison platform to find the best deals on ferries to Palermo for your budget and preferences. All you have to do is search!
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Grimaldi Lines194 mi -
SNAV194 mi -
Tirrenia di Navigazione11 crossings a week9 hours 20 min194 mi -
Grandi Navi Veloci10 crossings a week11 hours 30 min194 mi
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Grimaldi Lines242 mi
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Tirrenia di Navigazione1 crossings a week12 hours242 mi
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Grimaldi Lines3 crossings a week18 hours 50 min408 mi
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Grandi Navi Veloci408 mi
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Grandi Navi Veloci7 crossings a week20 hours 30 min492 mi
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Grimaldi Lines2 crossings a week9 hours 30 min192 mi
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Grimaldi Lines3 crossings a week11 hours 20 min197 mi
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Grandi Navi Veloci1 crossings a week14 hours 30 min197 mi
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Liberty Lines112 mi
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Liberty Lines5 crossings a day1 hours 30 min42 mi
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Siremar42 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week4 hours 20 min89 mi
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SNAV287 mi
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Grandi Navi Veloci3 crossings a week13 hours 30 min287 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week4 hours89 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week5 hours 20 min102 mi
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Liberty Lines99 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week2 hours 40 min72 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week3 hours 30 min87 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week1 hours 55 min61 mi
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Liberty Lines7 crossings a week3 hours 20 min85 mi
Where is the ferry terminal in Palermo?
FAQs about ferries to Palermo
To travel to Palermo by ferry, you can depart from 18 ports in 2 countries: Naples, Cagliari, Livorno, Genoa, Salerno, Tunis, Stromboli and Ustica.
Ferry services to Palermo are operated by 6 ferry companies: Grimaldi Lines, SNAV, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci, Liberty Lines and Siremar
Ferry timetables to Palermo can vary significantly depending on the time of year and ferry company (Grimaldi Lines, SNAV, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci, Liberty Lines or Siremar). We strongly recommend you search for timetables on Vivanoda.
It depends on the route you want to take. The shortest crossing on the Ustica - Palermo route takes 1 hours 30 min, while the longest crossing from Genoa - Palermo takes almost 20 hours 30 min.
The price of a ferry to Palermo varies greatly, depending on whether you travel by car, on foot or by bike and the time of year. Vivanoda helps you find the best deals from Grimaldi Lines, SNAV, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci, Liberty Lines and Siremar to Palermo.
When to take the ferry to Palermo?
The best time to travel in Italy depends on your personal preferences. If you like the sun and the heat, summer is the ideal time for you. The months of June to August offer high temperatures ranging from 25°C to 35°C in the southern regions of the country. However, temperatures can rise to 40°C in certain regions such as Sicily and Calabria. Italy's beaches are crowded during this period, so expect plenty of tourists.
If you prefer milder temperatures and avoid the crowds, spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are good seasons to visit Italy. Temperatures are pleasant, fluctuating between 15°C and 25°C, and the landscapes are magnificent, with flowers blooming in spring and changing leaves in autumn.
Discover the country from Palermo port
Your choice of ferry company will depend on your point of departure and your destination in Italy. The main ferry companies in Italy are Moby, Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines, Corsica Ferries and SNAV. They all offer regular crossings to major Italian destinations such as Naples, Venice, Sicily and Sardinia. It is important to book your ferry ticket in advance, especially during the high tourist season, to avoid the inconvenience of not having a seat available.
As far as ports are concerned, Italy has many ports where ferry companies operate. Among the most important are the ports of Genoa, Livorno, Civitavecchia, Naples and Venice. These ports have many facilities for travellers, such as cafes, restaurants, shops and car parks.
Discover the region from Palermo
If you are looking to visit Sicily by ferry, there are several ferry companies to choose from, such as Grandi Navi Veloci, Tirrenia, Siremar, Grimaldi Lines and many others. Timetables and ticket prices vary depending on the season and the company chosen, so it is advisable to check timetables and fares before planning your trip.
The ports of arrival in Sicily also offer regular connections to the Aeolian Islands and other destinations in southern Italy, such as Naples, Salerno and Reggio Calabria. In addition, ferries are often equipped with services such as restaurants, shops and games rooms, making the journey more enjoyable.
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