The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Portofino
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
23 h 30 m
Average duration
23 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
770 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Portofino will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Portofino 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 770 km distance in an average of 23 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 23 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 23 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 coach, train, flight and ferry for Palermo to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 415 nautical miles (770 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price | £99 Average Price | £89 Average Price |
21h 45m Average total duration 20h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration Fastest 8h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 18m Average total duration 24h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Palermo to Portofino ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Portofino 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:15 Palermo | 24h00 | 19:15 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Palermo | 19h30 | 15:00 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Portofino
Ferries from Palermo to Portofino run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £59 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 415 nautical miles (770 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Portofino are available to foot passengers.

Distance 415 nautical miles (770 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV from Palermo to PortofinoYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Portofino with 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 Portofino ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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