The cheapest and fastest ferries from Livorno to Palermo
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h 15 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Livorno to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Livorno to Palermo will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £58.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Livorno 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 01 Mar the direct ferries cover the 655 km distance in an average of 20 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h .
The slowest ferries will take 20 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, ferry, coach and flight for Livorno to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Livorno 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 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 353 nautical miles (655 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price | £105 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
21h 8m Average total duration 20h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 30m Average total duration 30h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Livorno to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 21h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Livorno to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Livorno to Palermo ferries for today, Saturday 28 February. 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 | 21h01 | 20:00 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Livorno to Palermo by train, ferry, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Livorno to Palermo
Ferries from Livorno to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 353 nautical miles (655 km) distance in 18h 31m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Livorno to Palermo are available to foot passengers.


Distance 353 nautical miles (655 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 18h 31m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, GNV from Livorno to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Livorno to Palermo with Grimaldi, GNV for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Livorno to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Livorno 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Livorno and Palermo
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Aragosta (0.3km)
- Osteria Melafumo (0.6km)
- Trattoria Da Galileo (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Livorno and Co.Ta.Li.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Piazza Grande
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