The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Palermo
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Palermo will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Rome for Palermo on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct ferries cover the 427 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 Thu, Apr 02 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.
LA SUPREMA9:00 AM14h15Port of Civitavecchia11:15 PMPort of Palermo Termini Imerese$761One-way0 transfers
LA SUPREMA9:00 AM14h15Port of Civitavecchia11:15 PMPort of Palermo Termini Imerese$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Rome to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 230 nautical miles (427 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Bus | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $76 Average price | $108 Average price |
15h 14m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Rome to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 14h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 14h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Rome to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Palermo ferries for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Rome | 14h15 | 10:15 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rome to Palermo
Ferries from Rome to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:30, the last at 23:44. The fastest ferry covers the 230 nautical miles (427 km) distance in 11h 35m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Rome to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 230 nautical miles (427 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 11h 35m |
First ferry 1:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:44 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Rome to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Rome to Palermo with Gnv for as low as $24 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Rome to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome 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
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