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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Genoa to Palermo
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£162
Fastest journey
18 h 15 m
Average duration
19 h 5 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
791 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Genoa to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Palermo will cost around £162 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £58.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Genoa 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 Sun, 09 Nov the direct ferries cover the 791 km distance in an average of 19 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 19 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Genoa to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £53, and a coach costs an average of £68.
Distance: 427 nautical miles (791 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price | £115 Average Price | £129 Average Price |
21h 48m Average total duration 20h 48m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 17h 44m Average total duration 17h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 52m Average total duration 21h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Genoa to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 20h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 21h46 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Genoa to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Palermo ferries for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNV Orion | 22:59 Port of Genoa | 21h46 | 20:45 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Genoa to Palermo
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Ferries from Genoa to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 48m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 427 nautical miles (791 km) distance in 18h 15m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Genoa to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 427 nautical miles (791 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 18h 15m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV from Genoa to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Genoa to Palermo with GNV for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Genoa to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Genoa, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Genoa and Palermo
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km)
- Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km)
- Eataly Genova (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Genova and Cooperativa Radio Taxi.
- Free
- Bus lines 1, 9, 32, stop at Piazza Caricamento
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