Lucca to Palermo ferry

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lucca to Palermo

Showing times and prices for Dec 24

Cheapest price

$55

Average price

$55

Fastest journey

19 h 30 m

Average duration

19 h 30 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

680 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lucca to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lucca to Palermo will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Lucca for Palermo on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 24 the direct ferries cover the 680 km distance in an average of 19 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 30 m .

On Wed, Dec 24 the slowest ferries will take 19 h 30 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.

Grimaldi
04:30PM19h30
Lucca
12:00PMPalermo
$551One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Lucca to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €63.

Distance: 367 nautical miles (680 km)

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€51

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€97

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€104

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€86

Average price

20h 50m

Average total duration

19h 50m

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4h 23m

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1h 23m

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18h 30m

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30m

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25h 52m

Average total duration

25h 22m

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Live departures

Lucca to Palermo ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Lucca to Palermo ferries for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 7:28 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
grimaldi4:30 PM Lucca
19h30
12:00 PM Palermo0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Lucca to Palermo

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Ferries from Lucca to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 50m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:52, the last at 19:30. The fastest ferry covers the 367 nautical miles (680 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $39 (€31)
Distance
367 nautical miles (680 km)
Average sailing duration
19h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$50 (€40)
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
19h 30m
First ferry
00:52
Last ferry
19:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $39 (€31)

FAQs: Ferry from Lucca to Palermo

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Lucca to Palermo can start from as little as $49 (€39) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Lucca to Palermo is $58 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Lucca to Palermo is 19 h 30 min   to travel the 422 mile (680 km) long trip, with around there is 1 ferry per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Lucca to Palermo leaves at 6: 00 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Lucca to Palermo leaves at 7: 30 PM.
There is 1 ferry a day from Lucca to Palermo which require at least one change with Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Lucca to Palermo.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Lucca to Palermo.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Lucca to Palermo as it is a vehicle only route.
Take the Lucca to Palermo ferry with Grimaldi. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip between Lucca and Palermo as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Lucca to Palermo by ferry is September.
You have options as you can travel from Lucca to Palermo 4 different ways: train, bus, flight or ferry.

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