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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Salerno to Palermo
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
309 km
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 €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Salerno for Palermo on Fri, Jan 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct ferries cover the 309 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 30 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.
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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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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €73 Average price | €117 Average price |
11h 31m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Salerno to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days 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 Fri |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Salerno to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Palermo ferries for today, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNV Blu | 7:00 PM Port of Naples | 12h00 | 7:00 AM Port of Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €32 but you can travel from only €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.
Distance 166 nautical miles (309 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €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 |
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 €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.
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.
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Popular ports from Salerno to Palermo
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Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Cicirinella (0.6km)
- Osteria dei Sapori (0.7km)
- Pizzeria La Smorfia (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Salerno and Radio Taxi Salerno.
- Free
- Bus line 5, stop at Piazza della Concordia
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Lanterna (0.3km)
- Trattoria del Porto (0.4km)
- Osteria del Vicolo (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Palermo and Trinacria Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Termini Imerese
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