The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Sanremo
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
788 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Sanremo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Sanremo will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Sanremo 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 788 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 Tue, Mar 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Sanremo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Sanremo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $90, and a train costs an average of $145.
Distance: 425 nautical miles (788 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Bus | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $163 Average price | $191 Average price |
20h 45m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 10m Average total duration 27h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 15m Average total duration 25h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Palermo to Sanremo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Sanremo ferries for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 PM Palermo | 19h30 | 4:30 PM Sanremo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Sanremo
Ferries from Palermo to Sanremo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 425 nautical miles (788 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 425 nautical miles (788 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Sanremo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Sanremo 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 Sanremo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

