The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Cefalù
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Cefalù is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Cefalù will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Rome for Cefalù every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 448 km distance in an average of 14 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 14 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, flight and ferry for Rome to Cefalù
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Cefalù among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 241 nautical miles (448 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
15h 15m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Rome to Cefalù Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 14h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Rome to Cefalù ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Cefalù ferries for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV SPIRIT | 18:30 Port of Civitavecchia | 13h45 | 08:15 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rome to Cefalù
Ferries from Rome to Cefalù run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:26. The fastest ferry covers the 241 nautical miles (448 km) distance in 13h 45m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Rome to Cefalù are available to foot passengers.

Distance 241 nautical miles (448 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 13h 45m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 23:26 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV from Rome to CefalùYou can travel by ferry between Rome to Cefalù with GNV for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Rome to Cefalù ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Cefalù 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 Cefalù, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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