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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portofino to Palermo
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
770 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portofino to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Palermo will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Portofino for Palermo on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 770 km distance in an average of 20 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 20 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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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Portofino to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €57, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 415 nautical miles (770 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Bus | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price | €107 Average price | €131 Average price |
22h 9m Average total duration 21h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 1m Average total duration 25h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 52m Average total duration 21h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portofino to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 20h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Portofino to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Palermo ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNV Polaris | 9:30 PM Port of Genoa | 20h15 | 5:45 PM Port of Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| 7:30 PM Portofino | 19h30 | 3:00 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:45 PM Portofino | 19h30 | 4:15 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portofino to Palermo
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Ferries from Portofino to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 9m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 14:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 415 nautical miles (770 km) distance in 18h 15m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Portofino to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
Distance 415 nautical miles (770 km) |
Average sailing duration 21h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 18h 15m |
First ferry 14:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV from Portofino to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Portofino to Palermo with GNV for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Portofino to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino 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.
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