Salerno to Palermo ferry with Grimaldi

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Salerno to Palermo

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

$62

Average price

$65

Fastest journey

8 h 30 m

Average duration

9 h 8 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Salerno to Palermo will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Salerno for Palermo on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct ferries cover the 309 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 45 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.

GrimaldiGLF1
10:30PM8h30
Port of Naples
07:00AMPort of Palermo
$621One-way
0 transfers
GNVSPLENDID
09:30PM9h45
Port of Naples
07:15AMPort of Palermo
$671One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €20.

Distance: 166 nautical miles (309 km)

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€43

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€63

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€73

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€117

Average price

11h 31m

Average total duration

10h 31m

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1h 0m

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8h 24m

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7h 54m

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10h 40m

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10h 10m

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4h 11m

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1h 11m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

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CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.9kg

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Salerno to Palermo Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
10h15
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
GNV
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
11h00
Sailing Days
Thu, Sat
Operator
Tirrenia
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
06:45AM
Duration
10h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat
Operator
GNV
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
8h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Operator
GNV
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
07:15AM
Duration
9h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed

Live departures

Salerno to Palermo ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Palermo ferries for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 5:52 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
tirreniaFLORIO7:15 PM Naples Beverello
10h30
5:45 AM Port of Palermo0 transfersDirect
grimaldiGLF19:30 PM Port of Naples
8h30
6:00 AM Port of Palermo0 transfersDirect

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Offers and deals from Salerno to Palermo

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Salerno to Palermo and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Grimaldi

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Sardinia: 20% off on selected routes with Grimaldi Lines
Get 20% off when travelling with departure date scheduled within 7 days of the booking date, for the following maritime connections: Livorno-Olbia and vice versa Civitavecchia-Olbia and vice versa Civitavecchia-Porto Torres and vice versa The offer is valid for bookings made from 25/7/24 to 25/8/24 for departures scheduled within 7 days of the booking date (from 25/7/24 to 1/9/24) on the lines indicated above.
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Autumn in Sardinia: 20% off on selected routes
Discover Sardinia in Autumn and get 20% off on selected routes. The offer is valid only for booking from the 2nd of August 2024 to the 15th of December 2024 on the following departures: • Livorno-Olbia: departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2/9 to 15/12. • Olbia-Livorno: departures on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday from 9/9 to 15/12. • Civitavecchia-Olbia: departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2/9 to 22/9. • Olbia-Civitavecchia: departures on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday from 9/9 to 29/9. • Civitavecchia-Porto Torres, for departures from 2/9 to 15/12 • Porto Torres-Civitavecchia, for departures from 6/9 to 15/12 • Barcellona-Porto Torres, for departures from 2/9 to 15/12 • Porto Torres-Barcellona, ​​for departures from 6/9 to 15/12
Tickets starting from 63€
Last Minute Greece: Special offer for Brindisi-Igoumenitsa, Brindisi-Corfu lines and vice versa!
Explore Greece and get a special price for Brindisi-Igoumenitsa, Brindisi-Corfu lines and vice versa! Adult passenger fee: €63 per person, fixed fees and EU ETS* costs included Any supplements relating to: accommodation (seat, cabin), accompanying vehicle, animals, on-board services (e.g. meals, pet in cabin, wellness center, etc.), premiums relating to insurance policies are excluded. Supplement for boarding accompanying cars: €73 per vehicle of the CAR and CAR XS type, EU ETS* costs included The prices described above apply to bookings made from 7 August to 30 September 2024 for departures up to 30 September 2024 on the lines indicated above.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Salerno to Palermo

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Ferries from Salerno to Palermo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 166 nautical miles (309 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Salerno to Palermo are available to foot passengers.
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
Flight from $25 (€20)
Official Omio partners on this route
Grimaldi
GNV
Tirrenia
Distance
166 nautical miles (309 km)
Average sailing duration
10h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
$39 (€32)
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
28
Fastest ferry
8h 30m
First ferry
00:30
Last ferry
23:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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
Flight from $25 (€20)

Ferry operators: Grimaldi, GNV, Tirrenia from Salerno to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Salerno to Palermo with Grimaldi, GNV, Tirrenia for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Grimaldi

About
Grimaldi Lines is a ferry company based in Naples, Italy that operates a fleet of roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels. The company provides crossings to destinations in the Mediterranean, including Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Tunisia. Grimaldi Lines also operates a number of routes in the North Sea and Baltic Sea.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 30m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€31)
Grimaldi frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 48 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available, from standard to luxury suites
Car on board

GNV

About
GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is an Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and conventional ships that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Genoa, Italy. GNV operates ferry services between Italy, Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, and Sardinia, Sicily, and the Aeolian Islands, and also to Morocco. They also offer additional services like accommodation, duty-free shopping, and onboard entertainment. GNV is known for its high-speed ferry services and also for the comfort and amenities on board of the ships, providing a luxury experience to the passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 30m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€32)
GNV frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure, fees may apply
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Some areas may be restricted.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories: internal, external, superior
Car on board

Tirrenia

About
Tirrenia is an Italian ferry company that operates ferries to various destinations in Italy and Sardinia. Tirrenia's fleet includes several large passenger ferries that offer amenities such as cabins, dining areas, and entertainment options. Tirrenia's routes include service between mainland Italy and Sardinia, as well as between Italian islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 30m
Cheapest Price
$67 (€55)
Tirrenia frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24h before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible spaces and facilities available on most ships. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Not allowed in restaurant areas.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories (internal, external, suite)
Car on board

FAQs: Ferry from Salerno to Palermo

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno 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.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Salerno to Palermo can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Salerno to Palermo is $48 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Salerno to Palermo ferry travel time is 8 h 30 min   for the 192 mile (309 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Salerno to Palermo leaves at 12: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Salerno to Palermo leaves at 10: 30 PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Salerno to Palermo with Grimaldi or Tirrenia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Salerno to Palermo.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Salerno to Palermo.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Salerno to Palermo as it is a vehicle only route.
For the trip from Salerno to Palermo you can take a ferry with Grimaldi or Tirrenia. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services to Palermo from Salerno on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Salerno, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Palermo, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Salerno to Palermo by ferry is October.
You have options as you can travel to Palermo from Salerno 4 different ways: train, bus, ferry or flight.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Salerno to Palermo

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The major port for departures in Salerno is Port of Salerno. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Salerno for your trip from Salerno to Palermo.
Amenities at port
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
carConnection
Car connection
A3 motorway, exit Salerno Centro
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Cicirinella (0.6km)
  • Osteria dei Sapori (0.7km)
  • Pizzeria La Smorfia (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxi Salerno and Radio Taxi Salerno.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Salerno
  • Bus line 5, stop at Piazza della Concordia
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