Naples to Palermo Ferry: Cheap Tickets & Timetables

Next ferry departures

Next departures for Naples to Palermo on May 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grimaldi LinesFerry
Naples Calata Porta di Massa
Palermo, SicilyCheapestFastest
Grandi Navi Veloci Ferry
Naples Calata Porta di Massa
Palermo, SicilyNo tags
Grandi Navi Veloci Ferry
Naples Calata Porta di Massa
Palermo, SicilyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:47 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 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 23mAverage Duration
196 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$44 - $155Average Duration14h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$28 - $114Average Duration9h 23m
8kg CO₂e
Ferry
Average Price$58 - $341Average Duration11h
70kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $58. The average price for this ferry route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average ferry journey time from Naples to Palermo is 11h, covering a distance of 193 miles (312 km). The fastest ferry can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Grandi Navi Veloci.

  3. Which ferry companies service 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the ferry from Naples to Palermo?

    The earliest ferry departs from Naples to Palermo 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 cheapest prices for ferries

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

Best price found
05/26
$64
05/27
$64
Today
$70
05/29
$64
05/30
$69
05/31
$68
06/01
$63
06/02
$61
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Palermo was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of $61

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 from $61 to $316 for a ferry ticket from Naples to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2026-06-02.

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