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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Livorno to Palermo
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 53 m
Ferries per day
2
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 £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £45.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Livorno for Palermo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 01 Dec the direct ferries cover the 655 km distance in an average of 19 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 20 h 15 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, 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 train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 353 nautical miles (655 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £103 Average Price |
21h 16m Average total duration 20h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 15h 44m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 21m Average total duration 29h 51m 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 21:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Livorno to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Livorno to Palermo ferries for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Livorno | 19h30 | 15:00 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:45 Livorno | 19h30 | 16:15 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:00 Livorno | 18h15 | 15:15 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Livorno to Palermo
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Ferries from Livorno to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 353 nautical miles (655 km) distance in 18h 15m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Livorno to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 353 nautical miles (655 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 18h 15m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
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 £24. 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Livorno, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.5 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 Livorno and Palermo
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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