Palermo to Naples ferry
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Naples
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Naples will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Palermo for Naples every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, 14 May the direct ferries cover the 312 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 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.
GLF6
GNV Auriga
RUBATTINOGLF6GNV AurigaRUBATTINOPalermo to Naples Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 20:15 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Palermo to Naples ferry times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLORIO | 18:15 Port of Palermo | 10h30 | 04:45 Naples Beverello | 0 changesdirect | |
| GNV Antares | 19:00 Port of Palermo | 12h00 | 07:00 Port of Naples | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 May | |||||
| GLF6 | 09:00 Port of Palermo | 8h30 | 17:30 Port of Naples | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Naples
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Distance 168 nautical miles (312 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 19 |
Number of ferry operators 3 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 06:30 |
Last ferry 21:15 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Tirrenia and Grimaldi Palermo to Naples
Travel to Naples from Palermo from £19 with Omio’s ferry partners GNV, Tirrenia and Grimaldi! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.
Founded in 1992 in Italy, GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is a prominent ferry operator known for its extensive fleet and diverse range of services. The company operates various types of ships, including conventional ferries and cruise ferries, which offer different classes such as economy, business, and premium. Onboard amenities include comfortable seating, restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment options, ensuring a pleasant journey for all passengers. GNV provides multiple ticket types, allowing travellers to book seats, cabins, and spaces for vehicles, catering to a wide array of travel needs. The top routes served by GNV include connections between Italy and Sicily, Italy and Sardinia, and international routes such as Italy to Tunisia and Morocco. These routes highlight GNV's commitment to connecting key destinations across the Mediterranean, making it a reliable choice for both domestic and international travellers.
GNV from Palermo to Naples ferry information:
- Average Duration: 9 h
- Cheapest Price: £19
Ferries from Palermo to Naples
Ferries from Palermo to Naples offer one of the main routes from Sicily to the Italian mainland. Tirrenia offers a daily sailing throughout the year, increasing to 11 sailings a week in high season. Ferries accommodate both vehicles and foot passengers. Most Tirrenia ferries take around ten hours and 30 minutes for the crossing, although some sailings can be about an hour quicker. Most ferries on this route are overnight services, with a mid-evening sailing time, arriving in Naples in the early morning.
Timetable of ferries from Palermo to Naples
There are between one and two Tirrenia ferry sailings from Palermo to Naples daily. Daily ferries leave Palermo in the mid evening for an early morning arrival on the mainland In high season, which is from late July through to the end of August, Tirrenia offers an additional morning departure daily from Friday to Monday. Weekend sailings are very popular in the summer and booking ahead may be necessary. Prices will vary according to demand but the lowest fares are usually available on midweek sailings.
What you need to know to travel by ferries from Palermo to Naples
Ferries to Naples depart from the Molo Piave dock at the Palermo Ferry Port, located in the heart of the city. Foot passengers need to check in one hour before departure and vehicles two hours in advance. The ferry port is about ten minutes by taxi from Palermo Centrale railway station and is also served by route 139 local bus services from the station. Limited parking is available at the ferry terminal. Facilities at the port are limited, but city shops, cafes and restaurants are within easy reach.
FAQs: Palermo to Naples ferries
When departing from Palermo, you have various port options to start your journey from including Port of Palermo Termini Imerese and Port of Palermo. When arriving in Naples, you can end your route in ports like Naples Beverello and Port of Naples.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palermo Termini Imerese, which is located around 26.5 miles (42.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Naples Beverello, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Naples
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km)
- Trattoria del Porto (0.4km)
- Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palermo and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Termini Imerese
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