Naples to Palermo Ferry: Cheap Tickets & Schedules

Next ferry departures

Next departures for Naples to Palermo on May 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grandi Navi Veloci Ferry
Naples Calata Porta di Massa
Palermo, SicilyCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:17 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Naples to Palermo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 103,704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 20mAverage Duration
315 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCOP 141,549 - COP 570,239Average Duration14h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCOP 103,704 - COP 420,565Average Duration9h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Ferry
Average PriceCOP 174,348 - COP 1,157,805Average Duration11h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Naples to Palermo by ferry

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the ferry ticket from Naples to Palermo?

    The cheapest ferry tickets from Naples to Palermo start at COP 174,348. The average price for this ferry route is about COP 256,977. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ferry ride from Naples to Palermo?

    The average ferry travel time from Naples to Palermo is 11h, covering a distance of 312 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Grimaldi Lines.

  3. Which ferry companies serve the Naples to Palermo route?

    According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 1 ferries available per day, including services from Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Tirrenia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Naples to Palermo?

    The earliest ferry from Naples to Palermo departs at 9:00am. And the latest ferry departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Naples to Palermo?

    A ferry journey from Naples to Palermo produces an estimated 70.3 kg of CO₂.

Find the cheapest prices for ferries

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-30
COP 279,758
05-01
COP 281,577
Today
COP 280,797
05-03
COP 280,946
05-04
COP 267,440
05-05
COP 254,306
05-06
COP 267,700
05-07
COP 254,231
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on May 7, 2026 with a price of COP 254,231

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Naples to Palermo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between COP 254,231 and COP 1,087,940 for a ferry ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at COP 254,231 on 2026-05-07.

Usually Grimaldi Lines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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