The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Ottaviano
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
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 $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Ottaviano on Thu, May 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct ferries cover the 319 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest ferries will take 10 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.
7:30 PM10h30Palermo6:00 AMOttaviano$571One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM10h30Palermo6:00 AMOttaviano$571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 ferry with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 172 nautical miles (319 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $104 Average price | $91 Average price |
10h 35m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Ottaviano:
A ferry is $33 (€26) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Ottaviano costing on average $91 (€73).
A ferry is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Ottaviano costing on average $92 (€74).
A ferry is $46 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Ottaviano costing on average $104 (€84).
Other travel options to Ottaviano take longer:
Ferry takes on average 9h 35m.
Train takes on average 10h 7m.
Bus takes on average 16h 10m.
Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Ottaviano by train, bus, flight, or ferry
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Ottaviano
Ferries from Palermo to Ottaviano run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 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 9 sailings per week.
Distance 172 nautical miles (319 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 8:45 AM |
Last ferry 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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