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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cagliari to Palermo
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 19
12 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
12 h
Ferries on Sep 19
2
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cagliari to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cagliari to Palermo will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 ferries from Cagliari to Palermo, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 386 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest ferries will take 12 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.
4:00 PM12h00Cagliari4:00 AMPalermo€401One-way0 transfers- 3:00 PM12h00Cagliari3:00 AMPalermo€461One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM12h00Cagliari4:00 AMPalermo€401One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM12h00Cagliari3:00 AMPalermo€461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Cagliari to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, while a flight costs an average of €96.
Distance: 208 nautical miles (386 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €96 Average price |
13h 38m Average total duration 12h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Palermo:
A ferry is €49 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Palermo costing on average €96.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Ferry takes on average 12h 38m.
Cagliari to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Cagliari to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 PM Cagliari | 12h00 | 3:00 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Cagliari | 12h00 | 4:00 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Cagliari to Palermo
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Ferries from Cagliari to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest ferry covers the 208 nautical miles (386 km) distance in 12h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 208 nautical miles (386 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 12h 0m |
First ferry 9:00 AM |
Last ferry 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Cagliari to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Cagliari to Palermo with Grimaldi for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Cagliari to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cagliari 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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