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GNV
About
GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is an Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and conventional ships that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Genoa, Italy. GNV operates ferry services between Italy, Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, and Sardinia, Sicily, and the Aeolian Islands, and also to Morocco. They also offer additional services like accommodation, duty-free shopping, and onboard entertainment. GNV is known for its high-speed ferry services and also for the comfort and amenities on board of the ships, providing a luxury experience to the passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure, fees may apply
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Some areas may be restricted.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories: internal, external, superior
Car on board
Popular Routes
GNV ferry tickets
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GNV
21:0020h15
Port of Genoa17:15Port of Palermo
£621One-way
0 changes
Popular GNV routes
Genoa to Palermo ferry
from £53
Direct ferries available
18h15 average duration
1ferry per day
Served by
- GNV
Naples to Palermo ferry
from £30
Direct ferries available
8h30 average duration
3ferries per day
Served by
- Tirrenia
- Grimaldi
- GNV
Genoa to Olbia ferry
from £29
Direct ferries available
10h00 average duration
3ferries per day
Served by
- Tirrenia
- Moby Lines
- GNV
- Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
Durrës to Bari ferry
from £38
Direct ferries available
5h00 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- Adria Ferries
- Aerobus
- Ventouris Ferries
- European Ferries
- European Seaways
- GNV
Palermo to Naples ferry
from £27
Direct ferries available
8h30 average duration
3ferries per day
Served by
- Tirrenia
- GNV
- Grimaldi
Bari to Durrës ferry
from £39
Direct ferries available
7h01 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- European Seaways
- Aerobus
- GNV
- European Ferries
- Ventouris Ferries
- Adria Ferries
Rome to Palermo ferry
from £43
Direct ferries available
12h45 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
- GNV
Palermo to Rome ferry
from £43
Direct ferries available
13h00 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
- GNV
Olbia to Genoa ferry
from £30
Direct ferries available
10h30 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- Moby Lines
- GNV
- Tirrenia
- Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
Palermo to Genoa ferry
from £62
Direct ferries available
18h15 average duration
1ferry per day
Served by
- GNV
GNV FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with GNV: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

GNV ferries are equipped with wheelchair accessible facilities on most ships and provide assistance for boarding and disembarking, catering to passengers with reduced mobility.
Boarding with GNV typically takes around 30 to 60 minutes, allowing time for ticket checks and embarkation procedures.
Yes, with GNV you can book either a cabin or a seat when planning your travel.
You can exchange or cancel your GNV ticket up to 24 hours before departure; however, fees may apply.
Yes, with GNV, you can bring your car, motorbike, or campervan on board, provided they meet specific criteria. The maximum height for vehicles is 3.5 meters and the length is 8 meters, and you will need to bring vehicle registration and insurance documents. Availability varies by route and vehicle type.
To reserve a spot for your vehicle on a GNV ferry, you need to include vehicle details during the booking process on GNV's official website or through an authorized travel agency, ensuring you select the option for vehicle transport.
When traveling with a vehicle on board a GNV ferry, you need to have the vehicle registration and insurance documents.
The fee for bringing a vehicle with GNV varies by route and vehicle type.
GNV has vehicle size restrictions with a maximum height of 3.5 meters and a length of 8 meters.
To board a GNV ferry, passengers are typically required to present a valid identification document such as a passport or national ID card. Additionally, depending on the destination, a visa might be necessary.
Yes, GNV provides entertainment options on board.
Food and drinks are available onboard with GNV.
GNV advises passengers not to leave their luggage in the car during the trip and recommends using designated storage areas onboard for safety and security.
GNV allows luggage onboard, but specific details about the luggage allowance are not defined, so it is recommended to check directly with GNV for their current policies.
There are currently no specific details available about luggage size or weight restrictions with GNV.
GNV offers pet-friendly cabins and areas onboard their ferries where pets can travel comfortably with their owners.
For travel with GNV, pets require a valid pet passport and vaccination records. Small pets are allowed in carriers or with a leash and muzzle for dogs, although some areas may be restricted.
Small pets are allowed onboard GNV when kept in carriers, or in the case of dogs, with a leash and muzzle, though some areas may be restricted. A valid pet passport and vaccination records are required for travel.
Yes, you can book a round-trip ticket with Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV).
GNV provides USB plugs for passenger convenience.
GNV offers secure storage options for luggage, ensuring travelers can safely store their belongings.
Yes, GNV offers Wi-Fi on board.
port information
Most Popular GNV ports
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
C-31, Exit 21Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Barcelona
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
A7 motorway, exit at Genova OvestWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km)
- Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km)
- Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Genova and Cooperativa Radio Taxi.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Genoa
- Bus lines 1, 9, 32, stop at Piazza Caricamento
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Ma-19, Exit 7Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante Sa Cranca (0.6km)
- Restaurante La Parada del Mar (0.9km)
- Restaurante El Puente (0.8km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palma and Taxi PMI.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Palma de Mallorca
- Bus Line 1, Estació Marítima stop
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via Roma, Exit PortoWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Trattoria del Pesce Fresco (0.3km)
- Osteria Lo Bianco (0.7km)
- Trattoria Ai Cascinari (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Autoradio Taxi and Trinacria Taxi.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Palermo
- Bus Line 101, Stop: Porto
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
V-30, Exit 12Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante La Pepica (0.7km)
- Casa Carmela (0.9km)
- La Marcelina (0.8km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Valencia and Taxi Valencia.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Valencia
- Bus Line 4, Stop: Puerto
GNV destinations
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