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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Palermo

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$73

Fastest journey

13 h 45 m

Average duration

14 h 5 m

Ferries per day

Distance

427 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rome to Palermo will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Rome for Palermo on Sun, Jul 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct ferries cover the 427 km distance in an average of 14 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest ferries will take 14 h 15 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.

07:00AM14h15

Rome

09:15PMPalermo

$671One-way

0 transfers

05:30PM13h45

Rome

07:15AMPalermo

$701One-way

0 transfers

05:00PM14h15

Rome

07:15AMPalermo

$811One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Rome to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €51.

Distance: 230 nautical miles (427 km)

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Ferry	Most popular Flight	Bus	Train
€50 Average price Cheapest	€150 Average price	€66 Average price	€94 Average price
15h 14m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*	4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions	0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular ferry company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Rome to Palermo Ferry Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Operator GNV	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 08:15AM	Duration 13h15	Sailing Days Fri
Operator GNV	Departure Time 09:00AM	Arrival Time 11:15PM	Duration 14h15	Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu
Operator GNV	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 11:15AM	Duration 14h15	Sailing Days Sun

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Rome to Palermo ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 3:34 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
GNV SPIRIT	5:00 PM Port of Civitavecchia	13h15	6:15 AM Port of Palermo	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Ferry from Rome to Palermo

Italy

Ferries from Rome to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $29 (€23)

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Distance

230 nautical miles (427 km)

Average sailing duration

14h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

$55 (€44)

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Fastest ferry

13h 15m

First ferry

00:02

Last ferry

23:44

Cabins

Available

Vehicles

Available

Foot passengers

Available

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $29 (€23)

FAQs: Ferry from Rome to Palermo

FAQs: Take the ferry to Palermo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Palermo.

Cheap ferry tickets from Rome to Palermo can start from as little as $46 (€37) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Rome to Palermo is $58 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by ferry from Rome to Palermo is 12 h 30 min to travel the 264 mile (426 km) long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first ferry from Rome to Palermo leaves at 1: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Rome to Palermo leaves at 11: 00 PM.

No, there are no cabins on ferries from Rome to Palermo.

No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Rome to Palermo.

No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Rome to Palermo as it is a vehicle only route.

The cheapest month to travel from Rome to Palermo by ferry is September.

You have options as you can travel from Rome to Palermo 4 different ways: train, bus, flight or ferry.