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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portici to Palermo
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portici to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portici to Palermo will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Portici for Palermo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 30 Nov the direct ferries cover the 312 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 45 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 Portici to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portici to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 168 nautical miles (312 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £58 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portici to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Portici to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portici to Palermo ferries for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenacia | 12:30 Port of Naples | 9h30 | 22:00 Port of Palermo Termini Imerese | 0 changesdirect | |
| SPLENDID | 19:30 Port of Naples | 10h30 | 06:00 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portici to Palermo
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Ferries from Portici to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 11:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 168 nautical miles (312 km) distance in 8h 15m. There are 14 sailings per week. Ferries from Portici to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 168 nautical miles (312 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 14 |
Fastest ferry 8h 15m |
First ferry 11:00 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi from Portici to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Portici to Palermo with GNV, 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: Portici to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portici to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Portici and Palermo
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km)
- Trattoria del Porto (0.4km)
- Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palermo and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Termini Imerese
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