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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Livorno
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
20 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £56.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Livorno every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Dec 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 15 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, 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 £41. 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 £41, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 353 nautical miles (655 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £129 Average Price |
21h 11m Average total duration 20h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 14h 49m Average total duration 14h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m 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 |
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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 18:45 | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Palermo to Livorno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Livorno ferries for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL87 | 17:30 Port of Palermo | 19h30 | 13:00 Livorno | 0 changesdirect | |
| GNV Sirio | 20:45 Port of Palermo | 20h15 | 17:00 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Livorno
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Ferries from Palermo to Livorno run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £26 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 353 nautical miles (655 km) distance in 18h 30m. There are 13 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Livorno are available to foot passengers.
Distance 353 nautical miles (655 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 18h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
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 £26. 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palermo, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Livorno, located 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Livorno
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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