The cheapest and fastest ferries from Orvieto to Palermo
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
523 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Orvieto to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orvieto to Palermo will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Orvieto for Palermo on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct ferries cover the 523 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 15 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest ferries will take 14 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Orvieto to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Orvieto to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €65.
Distance: 282 nautical miles (523 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
€51 Average price | €112 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €107 Average price |
15h 8m Average total duration 14h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 25h 27m Average total duration 24h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 48m Average total duration 15h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Orvieto to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Orvieto to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Orvieto | 14h15 | 9:15 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Orvieto to Palermo by train, bus, flight, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Orvieto to Palermo
Ferries from Orvieto to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 282 nautical miles (523 km) distance in 13h 45m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 282 nautical miles (523 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 13h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
FAQs: Ferry from Orvieto to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orvieto 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Orvieto to Palermo
- 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
