The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Ottaviano
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Ottaviano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Ottaviano will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Palermo for Ottaviano on Thu, Feb 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 12 the direct ferries cover the 319 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Thu, Feb 12 the slowest ferries will take 12 h 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.
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Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Ottaviano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Ottaviano 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 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 172 nautical miles (319 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price | €106 Average price |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 38m Average total duration 19h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Palermo to Ottaviano Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Palermo to Ottaviano ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Ottaviano ferries for today, Wednesday, February 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Palermo | 10h00 | 6:00 AM Ottaviano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, February 12 | |||||
![]() | 10:00 AM Palermo | 8h30 | 6:30 PM Ottaviano | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Ottaviano
Ferries from Palermo to Ottaviano run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $44 (€35) but you can travel from only $37 (€29) by train.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:45, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 172 nautical miles (319 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 12 sailings per week.
Distance 172 nautical miles (319 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€35) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 08:45 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Ottaviano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Ottaviano 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 Ottaviano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Palermo to Ottaviano
- 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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