The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Cagliari
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €41
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €41
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 11 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 11 h 50 m
- Ferries on Nov 15
- 3
- Distance
- 386 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Cagliari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Cagliari will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 3 ferries from Palermo to Cagliari, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct ferries cover the 386 km distance in an average of 11 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 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.

8:00 AM 12h00 Palermo 8:00 PM Cagliari €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:30 AM 11h30 Palermo 10:00 PM Cagliari €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:00 AM 12h00 Palermo 7:00 PM Cagliari €42 1 One-way 0 transfers

10:30 AM 11h30 Palermo 10:00 PM Cagliari €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 12h00 Palermo 8:00 PM Cagliari €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:00 AM 12h00 Palermo 7:00 PM Cagliari €42 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Cagliari
Ferries from Palermo to Cagliari run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. 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 01:00, the last at 20:00. 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 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 12h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Frequently asked questions about your Palermo to Cagliari trip
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Palermo to Cagliari Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Palermo to Cagliari ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Cagliari ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Palermo | 12h00 | 7:00 PM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Palermo | 12h00 | 8:00 PM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Palermo | 11h30 | 10:00 PM Cagliari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Cagliari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Cagliari 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 Cagliari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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