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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Salerno to Palermo
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
8 h 31 m
Average duration
9 h 46 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Salerno to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Palermo will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Salerno 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 Thu 16 Jul the direct ferries cover the 309 km distance in an average of 9 h 46 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 31 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 h 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.
GLF123:598h31Port of Naples8:30Port of Palermo£281One-way0 changes
GNV Sirio20:0011h00Port of Naples7:00Port of Palermo£341One-way0 changes
- GLF123:598h31Port of Naples8:30Port of Palermo£281One-way0 changes
- GNV Sirio20:0011h00Port of Naples7:00Port of Palermo£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, ferry and flight for Salerno to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 166 nautical miles (309 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £47 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
11h 22m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Salerno to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 10:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 23:30 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 8h31 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Salerno to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Palermo ferries for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNV SPIRIT | 13:30 Port of Naples | 8h30 | 22:00 Port of Palermo Termini Imerese | 0 changesdirect | |
| GNV Auriga | 20:00 Port of Naples | 11h00 | 7:00 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| GLF1 | 23:59 Port of Naples | 8h31 | 8:30 Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Salerno to Palermo by train, coach, ferry or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Grimaldi?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grimaldi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gnv or Tirrenia to find the best option for your trip from Salerno to Palermo.
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Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gnv or Tirrenia to find the best option for your trip from Salerno to Palermo.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Salerno to Palermo.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Salerno to Palermo
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Ferries from Salerno to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 166 nautical miles (309 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 20 sailings per week. Ferries from Salerno to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 166 nautical miles (309 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 20 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, Gnv, Tirrenia from Salerno to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Salerno to Palermo with Grimaldi, Gnv, Tirrenia for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Salerno to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno 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 Salerno and Palermo
Most Salerno to Palermo ferries use the Port of Naples to Port of Palermo port pair. Use this guide to compare Salerno and Palermo ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Salerno port do ferries to Palermo leave from?
Getting to Port of Salerno from Salerno city centre
Port of Salerno port facilities and services
Port of Salerno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella (0.6km), Osteria dei Sapori (0.7km), Pizzeria La Smorfia (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Salerno.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Salerno.
Which Palermo port do ferries from Salerno arrive at?
Getting to Port of Palermo Termini Imerese from Palermo city centre
Port of Palermo Termini Imerese port facilities and services
Port of Palermo Termini Imerese has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km), Trattoria del Porto (0.4km), Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Palermo Termini Imerese.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Palermo Termini Imerese: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Palermo Termini Imerese.
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