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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Milan
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Milan will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Milan every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 05 May the direct ferries cover the 887 km distance in an average of 20 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h .
The slowest ferries will take 20 h 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.
GNV Virgo22:0020h00Port of Palermo18:00Port of Genoa£621One-way0 changes
- GNV Virgo22:0020h00Port of Palermo18:00Port of Genoa£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for Palermo to Milan
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 478 nautical miles (887 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price | £91 Average Price | £124 Average Price |
21h 11m Average total duration 20h 11m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 15h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Palermo to Milan Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 21h31 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Palermo to Milan ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Milan ferries for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Palermo | 24h00 | 18:00 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Palermo | 23h00 | 18:00 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Palermo | 20h15 | 16:15 Milan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Milan
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Ferries from Palermo to Milan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 478 nautical miles (887 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Milan are available to foot passengers.
Distance 478 nautical miles (887 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 0:03 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Palermo to MilanYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Milan with Gnv for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Palermo to Milan ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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