Palermo to Positano ferry - Times and cheap Tirrenia ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Positano

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£76

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

13 h

Average duration

13 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

296 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Positano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Palermo to Positano will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £76.

Fast ferries

To travel from Palermo to Positano you need to make at least one change.

Grimaldi Lines
20:0013h00
Palermo
09:00Positano
£761One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, ferry and flight for Palermo to Positano

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Positano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a ferry costs an average of £76.

Distance: 159 nautical miles (296 km)

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Flight
Coach

£76

Average Price

£71

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

11h 23m

Average total duration

10h 23m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

17h 55m

Average total duration

17h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Tirrenia

Most popular ferry company

easyJet

Most popular airline

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Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Palermo to Positano ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Positano ferries for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 03:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
grimaldi20:00 Palermo
13h00
09:00 Positano1 change

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Positano

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Ferries from Palermo to Positano run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 20:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest ferry covers the 159 nautical miles (296 km) distance in 13h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
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Tirrenia
Grimaldi
Distance
159 nautical miles (296 km)
Average sailing duration
10h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£76
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
13h 0m
First ferry
20:00
Last ferry
20:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20

Ferry operators: Tirrenia, Grimaldi from Palermo to PositanoYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Positano with Tirrenia, Grimaldi for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Tirrenia

About
Tirrenia is an Italian ferry company that operates ferries to various destinations in Italy and Sardinia. Tirrenia's fleet includes several large passenger ferries that offer amenities such as cabins, dining areas, and entertainment options. Tirrenia's routes include service between mainland Italy and Sardinia, as well as between Italian islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 15m
Cheapest Price
£32
Tirrenia frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24h before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible spaces and facilities available on most ships. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Not allowed in restaurant areas.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories (internal, external, suite)
Car on board

Grimaldi

About
Grimaldi Lines is a ferry company based in Naples, Italy that operates a fleet of roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels. The company provides crossings to destinations in the Mediterranean, including Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Tunisia. Grimaldi Lines also operates a number of routes in the North Sea and Baltic Sea.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 0m
Cheapest Price
£76
Grimaldi frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 48 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available, from standard to luxury suites
Car on board

FAQs: Palermo to Positano ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Positano 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 Positano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Palermo to Positano can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Palermo to Positano is £51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Palermo to Positano ferry travel time is 9 h 15 min   for the 183 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Palermo to Positano leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Palermo to Positano leaves at 20: 15.
There is 1 ferry a day from Palermo to Positano which require at least one change with Tirrenia or Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Palermo to Positano.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Palermo to Positano.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Palermo to Positano as it is a vehicle-only route.
For the best Palermo to Positano ferry to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Tirrenia or Grimaldi. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services to Positano from Palermo to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Palermo to Positano by ferry is February.
You have options as you can travel between Palermo and Positano 4 different ways: ferry, coach, train or flight.

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