The cheapest and fastest ferries from Nola to Palermo
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Nola to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nola to Palermo will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Nola for Palermo on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct ferries cover the 328 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest ferries will take 8 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and ferry for Nola to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nola to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 177 nautical miles (328 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $99 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nola to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Nola to Palermo ferries for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 PM Nola | 8h30 | 6:00 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Nola to Palermo by train, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Nola to Palermo
Ferries from Nola to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 177 nautical miles (328 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week.
Distance 177 nautical miles (328 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Ferry from Nola to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nola 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.

