The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Sorrento
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
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.
To travel from Palermo to Sorrento you need to make at least one 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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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £144 Average Price | £66 Average Price |
11h 17m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Palermo | 22h45 | 09:45 Sorrento | 1 change | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Sorrento
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.



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 |
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.
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Grimaldi
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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.

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.
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