The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portofino to Palermo
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
19 h 45 m
Average duration
19 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
770 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portofino to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Palermo will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £66.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Portofino 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 Mon 25 May the direct ferries cover the 770 km distance in an average of 19 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 19 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.
19:3019h45Portofino15:15Palermo£661One-way0 changes
20:3019h45Portofino16:15Palermo£671One-way0 changes
20:3019h45Portofino16:15Palermo£671One-way0 changes
19:3019h45Portofino15:15Palermo£661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, ferry and coach for Portofino to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 415 nautical miles (770 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £110 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
22h 9m Average total duration 21h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 27m Average total duration 19h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 15m Average total duration 25h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portofino to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:59 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 21h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 18h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:59 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 21h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Portofino to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:30 Portofino | 19h45 | 15:15 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Portofino | 19h45 | 16:15 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Portofino to Palermo by train, flight, ferry or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portofino to Palermo
Ferries from Portofino to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 9m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 14:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 415 nautical miles (770 km) distance in 18h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Portofino to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 415 nautical miles (770 km) |
Average sailing duration 21h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 18h 30m |
First ferry 14:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Portofino to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Portofino to Palermo with Gnv for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Portofino to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino 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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