The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rapallo to Palermo
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
774 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rapallo to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rapallo to Palermo will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Rapallo for Palermo on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 24 the direct ferries cover the 774 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 Wed, Dec 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 Rapallo to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rapallo to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €77. 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 flight costs an average of €77, and a train costs an average of €119.
Distance: 417 nautical miles (774 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €111 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest | €119 Average price |
20h 30m Average total duration 19h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 24h 15m Average total duration 23h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 37m Average total duration 20h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rapallo to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rapallo to Palermo ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM Rapallo | 19h30 | 3:00 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rapallo to Palermo
Ferries from Rapallo to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $103 (€82) but you can travel from only $96 (€77) by flight.
The earliest ferry runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 417 nautical miles (774 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 417 nautical miles (774 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€82) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 01:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
FAQs: Ferry from Rapallo to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rapallo 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.

