Cagliari to Palermo ferry - Times and cheap Grimaldi ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cagliari to Palermo

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

12 h

Average duration

12 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

386 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cagliari to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cagliari to Palermo will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Cagliari for Palermo every day 1 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 386 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h .

The slowest ferries will take 12 h 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.

Grimaldi
15:0012h00
Cagliari
03:00Palermo
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Cagliari to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. 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 £37, and a flight costs an average of £25.

Distance: 208 nautical miles (386 km)

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Flight

£39

Average Price

Cheapest

£159

Average Price

14h 15m

Average total duration

13h 15m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 27m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

Grimaldi

Most popular ferry company

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Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Cagliari to Palermo Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
17:00
Arrival Time
05:00
Duration
12h00
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Cagliari to Palermo ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 23:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
grimaldi15:00 Cagliari
12h00
03:00 Palermo0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Cagliari to Palermo

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Ferries from Cagliari to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest ferry covers the 208 nautical miles (386 km) distance in 12h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25
Official Omio partners on this route
Grimaldi
Distance
208 nautical miles (386 km)
Average sailing duration
13h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
12h 0m
First ferry
09:00
Last ferry
17:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25

Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Cagliari to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Cagliari to Palermo with Grimaldi for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Grimaldi

About
Grimaldi Lines is a ferry company based in Naples, Italy that operates a fleet of roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels. The company provides crossings to destinations in the Mediterranean, including Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Tunisia. Grimaldi Lines also operates a number of routes in the North Sea and Baltic Sea.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
Grimaldi frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 48 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available, from standard to luxury suites
Car on board

FAQs: Cagliari to Palermo ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cagliari 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Cagliari to Palermo can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Cagliari to Palermo is £67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Cagliari to Palermo is 12 h   to travel the 239 mile long journey, with around there are 2 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Cagliari to Palermo leaves at 02: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Cagliari to Palermo leaves at 22: 30.
There are 2 ferries a day from Cagliari to Palermo which require at least one change with Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Cagliari to Palermo.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Cagliari to Palermo.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Cagliari to Palermo as it is a vehicle-only route.
Take the Cagliari to Palermo ferry with Grimaldi. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the journey to Palermo from Cagliari as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Cagliari, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Palermo, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Cagliari to Palermo by ferry is May.
You have options as you can travel from Cagliari to Palermo 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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