The cheapest and fastest ferries from Positano to Palermo
Cheapest price
€106
Average price
€106
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 35 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Positano to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Positano to Palermo will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.
It's difficult to get from Positano to Palermo without transferring at least 2 times.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Positano to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Positano to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €22, and a ferry costs an average of €84.
Distance: 159 nautical miles (296 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€101 Average price | €70 Average price Cheapest |
11h 30m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Positano to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Positano to Palermo ferries for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Positano | 11h30 | 11:30 PM Palermo | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Positano | 16h35 | 6:45 AM Palermo | 2 transfers | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Positano to Palermo
Ferries from Positano to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €22 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 12:00, the last at 18:30. The fastest ferry covers the 159 nautical miles (296 km) distance in 11h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Positano to Palermo are available to foot passengers.



Distance 159 nautical miles (296 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 11h 30m |
First ferry 12:00 |
Last ferry 18:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Tirrenia, Travelmar, NLG from Positano to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Positano to Palermo with Tirrenia, Travelmar, NLG for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Tirrenia
Travelmar
NLG
FAQs: Ferry from Positano to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Positano 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Positano, which is located around 0.6 miles (965 m) 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.
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