The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Pisa
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
20 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Pisa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Pisa will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £60.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Pisa every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 670 km distance in an average of 20 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Palermo to Pisa
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Pisa 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 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 361 nautical miles (670 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price | £113 Average Price | £111 Average Price |
20h 49m Average total duration 19h 49m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 6m Average total duration 14h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 24m Average total duration 18h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Palermo to Pisa Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Palermo to Pisa ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Pisa ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Palermo | 20h30 | 13:00 Pisa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Pisa
Ferries from Palermo to Pisa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 49m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest ferry runs at 00:03, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 361 nautical miles (670 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 7 sailings per week.

Distance 361 nautical miles (670 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 00:03 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Palermo to PisaYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Pisa with Grimaldi for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Palermo to Pisa ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Pisa 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 Pisa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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