The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Livorno
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£58
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 Palermo to Livorno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Livorno will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £53.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Palermo for Livorno every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 03 Mar 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, ferry, flight and coach for Palermo to Livorno
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Livorno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £34. 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 £34, and a coach costs an average of £64.
Distance: 353 nautical miles (655 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £106 Average Price |
21h 7m Average total duration 20h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 35m Average total duration 35h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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.
Palermo to Livorno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Palermo to Livorno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Livorno ferries for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Orion | 20:00 Port of Palermo | 20h00 | 16:00 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Livorno
Ferries from Palermo to Livorno run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £34 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 17h 45m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Livorno are available to foot passengers.


Distance 353 nautical miles (655 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 17h 45m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, GNV from Palermo to LivornoYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Livorno 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: Palermo to Livorno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Livorno 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 Livorno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Livorno
- 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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