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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ottaviano to Palermo
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ottaviano to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ottaviano to Palermo will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Ottaviano for Palermo on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 319 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 31 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, bus, flight, and ferry for Ottaviano to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ottaviano to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 172 nautical miles (319 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €79 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price |
10h 24m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 19h 4m Average total duration 18h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ottaviano to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Ottaviano to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ottaviano to Palermo ferries for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 GNV Sirio | 7:00 PM Port of Naples | 11h00 | 6:00 AM Port of Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FLORIO | 7:15 PM Naples Beverello | 10h30 | 5:45 AM Port of Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ottaviano to Palermo
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Ferries from Ottaviano to Palermo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by train.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 172 nautical miles (319 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 16 sailings per week.
Distance 172 nautical miles (319 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
FAQs: Ferry from Ottaviano to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ottaviano 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Ottaviano to Palermo
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km)
- Trattoria del Porto (0.4km)
- Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palermo and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Termini Imerese
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