- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of the world's top archaeology museums, with Pompeii and Herculaneum treasures, mosaics, sculptures, and the Farnese collection.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Porto Empedocle to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto Empedocle to Naples 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 Porto Empedocle for Naples on Thu, Jul 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct ferries cover the 399 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 Thu, Jul 16 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.


Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Porto Empedocle to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 10h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $49, and a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 215 nautical miles (399 km)
Most popular Ferry | Bus |
|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price |
11h 10m Average total duration Fastest 10h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto Empedocle to Naples:
A ferry is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Porto Empedocle to Naples costing on average $67 (€55).
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 50m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Porto Empedocle to Naples ferries for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Porto Empedocle | 8h30 | 5:30 PM Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Porto Empedocle to Naples run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 215 nautical miles (399 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week.
Distance 215 nautical miles (399 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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One of the world's top archaeology museums, with Pompeii and Herculaneum treasures, mosaics, sculptures, and the Farnese collection.
Prestigious art museum in the Capodimonte palace, holding masterpieces by Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael, and Neapolitan artists.
Pio Monte's small but superb gallery is best known for Caravaggio's The Seven Works of Mercy and Baroque collections.
Naples' grand central square framed by major landmarks. Ideal for photos, evening walks, and understanding the city's scale.
Historic straight street cutting through the old center. Packed with churches, workshops, and intense everyday Neapolitan life.
Lively shopping boulevard connecting old and modern Naples, known for palaces, metro art, and constant local energy.
Classic Neapolitan pizza with a soft, charred crust, San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, basil, and olive oil. It is Naples’ most iconic traditional dish.
Deep-fried pasta croquette made with potatoes, cheese, and pepper. A beloved street snack in Naples, especially from friggitorie and pizzerias.
Fried rice ball filled with ragù, peas, and mozzarella, then breaded and crisped. A classic Neapolitan street food with everyday local appeal.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant overlooking the bay, known for refined Campanian cuisine, seafood, and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic pizzeria famed for classic Neapolitan pizza in a lively, no-frills setting. One of the city’s most famous casual dining experiences.
Legendary fried pizza and street-food spot in the historic center. Best known for classic Neapolitan frittatine and pizza fritta.
Moderate for Italy. Pizza, coffee and local transit are affordable, while hotels in central Naples and peak-season stays can raise overall trip costs.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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Naples Beverello -> Piazza Municipio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto Empedocle to Naples 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 Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto Empedocle to Naples ferries use the Port of Palermo to Port of Naples port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Salerno. Use this guide to compare Porto Empedocle and Naples ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Naples is 1 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Naples has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km), Il Pomodorino (0.5km), La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Naples.
Available at Port of Naples: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Naples.
Naples Beverello has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Trattoria Castel Nuovo (0.3km), Gran Caffè Gambrinus (0.5km), La Lazzara Trattoria e Pizzeria (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Naples Beverello.
Available at Naples Beverello: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Naples Beverello.