The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
773 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Palermo on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 773 km distance in an average of 19 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 19 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €71, and a train costs an average of €139.
Distance: 417 nautical miles (773 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price | €126 Average price | €95 Average price |
20h 30m Average total duration 19h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 23h 44m Average total duration 23h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 20m Average total duration 26h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo ferries for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 19h30 | 3:00 PM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo
Ferries from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $89 (€71) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 417 nautical miles (773 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 417 nautical miles (773 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€71) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 01:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
FAQs: Ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure 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.

