Palermo to Sorrento ferry - Times and cheap Tirrenia ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Sorrento

Showing times and prices for 03 Dec

Cheapest price

£61

Average price

£61

Fastest journey

22 h 45 m

Average duration

22 h 45 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

292 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Palermo to Sorrento will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £61.

Fast ferries

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

Grimaldi Lines
11:0022h45
Palermo
09:45Sorrento
£611One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, ferry, coach and flight for Palermo to Sorrento

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Sorrento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £62, and a train costs an average of £111.

Distance: 157 nautical miles (292 km)

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£62

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£78

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£66

Average Price

11h 17m

Average total duration

10h 17m

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Average total duration

8h 35m

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9h 28m

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Live departures

Palermo to Sorrento ferry times

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

Last updated at 03:45
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
grimaldi11:00 Palermo
22h45
09:45 Sorrento1 change

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Sorrento

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Ferries from Palermo to Sorrento run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 11:00, the last at 12:00. The fastest ferry covers the 157 nautical miles (292 km) distance in 21h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Sorrento are available to foot passengers.

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 £21
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Tirrenia
Grimaldi
GNV
Distance
157 nautical miles (292 km)
Average sailing duration
10h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£62
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Fastest ferry
21h 45m
First ferry
11:00
Last ferry
12:00
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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 £21

Ferry operators: Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV from Palermo to SorrentoYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Sorrento with Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV for as low as £21. 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
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
21h 45m
Cheapest Price
£61
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

GNV

About
GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is an Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and conventional ships that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Genoa, Italy. GNV operates ferry services between Italy, Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, and Sardinia, Sicily, and the Aeolian Islands, and also to Morocco. They also offer additional services like accommodation, duty-free shopping, and onboard entertainment. GNV is known for its high-speed ferry services and also for the comfort and amenities on board of the ships, providing a luxury experience to the passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
GNV frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure, fees may apply
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 ships. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Some areas may be restricted.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories: internal, external, superior
Car on board

FAQs: Palermo to Sorrento ferries

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

FAQs

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palermo, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Sorrento, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Sorrento from Palermo is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Sorrento from Palermo including taking a coach, train or flight.

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