Ferries from Naples to Palermo
Offers, Timetables and Prices
| Route: | NAPLES - PALERMO |
|---|---|
| Average Weekly Sailings: | 7 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: | 3 |
| Operators: | GRANDI NAVI VELOCI, GRIMALDI LINES, TIRRENIA |
| First Ferry: | 08:45 |
| Last Ferry: | 23:59 |
| Average trip duration: | 10 h 21 min |
| Distance: | 322.73 Km |
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The Naples Palermo line is covered by 3 ferry operators (Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines and Tirrenia) offering 48 weekly sailings and travel times ranging from 8 hours 30 minutes to 14 hours 15 minutes (primarily morning boardings). If you need to bring your vehicle on board, you have many options thanks to the cargo capacity of the ships operating on this crossing. In order to provide optimum passenger comfort, each ship is equipped with food shops, an information centre and accommodation suitable for all needs (according to availability).
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Limited availability. Offer valid for departures until September 2025. Discount applies to ticket fare only, excluding taxes and onboard services.
30% discount - valid until 29 Jul 2025
Grandi Navi Veloci ferry lines allow you to lock the price of your ticket by paying a 10% deposit on the total price (including fees) and paying the rest of the balance within 30 days of departure. Failure to pay the balance will result in the loss of the 20% deposit. Tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Minimum pre-sale value of 50 euros.
20% discount
Grandi Navi Veloci offers a discounted rate to Sicilian residents and those born in Sicily and this discount also applies to your family and your vehicle. The resident fare is not available on all departures. In the case in which only the children are residents, the discounted rate does not extend to the other family members.
Buy meals onboard whilst booking your ticket by selecting a prepaid card. Food Pass cards (€30), Maxi Food Pass cards (€50) and Super Food Pass (€100) will allow you to save up to 30% on meals onboard.
30% discount
The Late Check-out service allows you to leave the cabin up to 15 minutes before the arrival of the ship in port. The supplement is 25 euros each way, availability is limited.
For all ferry lines to Sardinia, Sicily, Albania and Spain, children between the age of 0 to 4 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 4 and 12, including fees. Discount valid on all routes to and from Albania, Sardinia, Sicily and Spain.
50% discount
Grandi Navi Veloci allows you to travel with your pet. To bring your pet onboard just buy a ticket for the kennel or cattery, or travel in a special cabin that allows the transport of pets. Access to common areas with pets is forbidden, but walking on the deck is allowed as long as you keep your pet on a leash and with a muzzle. The company also required appropriate documentation for each pet. It is forbidden to transport animals inside your vehicle.
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Livorno ↔ Olbia
Civitavecchia ↔ Porto Torres
Civitavecchia ↔ Olbia (only for departures from 1/6/25 to 30/9/25)
Livorno ↔ Palermo
Naples ↔ Palermo
Civitavecchia ↔ Barcelona
Porto Torres ↔ Barcelona
Brindisi ↔ Igoumenitsa
Brindisi ↔ Corfu
Ancona ↔ Igoumenitsa
Ancona ↔ Corfu
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Travel period: July 26 – December 31, 2025
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The 15% discount is automatically applied when selecting the special fare during booking. It applies to:
✔ Base fare
✔ Accommodation supplements
✔ Vehicle transport
✔ Pets
❌ Not valid for:
✘ Fixed fees
✘ EU ETS costs
✘ Onboard services (meals, wi-fi, spa, pet in cabin)
✘ Insurance
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Tickets are non-refundable, but changes are allowed under current conditions
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30% discount on adult passengers and vehicle!
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Livorno – Olbia
Civitavecchia – Porto Torres
Civitavecchia – Olbia (only from June 1st to September 30th, 2025)
Naples – Palermo
Valid for bookings with at least 2 adults and 1 vehicle (car or motorcycle)
Discount applies per couple of adults with vehicle
Not valid on: children, fixed fees, EU ETS charges, accommodation, pets, onboard services, insurance
Book from July 4 to July 28, 2025 for departures up to December 31, 2025 (on available dates)
Non-refundable, but tickets can be changed under current conditions
Can be combined with other deals, promo codes, and partnerships
⚠️ Limited availability: once garage capacity reaches 70%, the date is excluded from the promo.
30% discount - valid until 28 Jul 2025
Children under 2 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 2 and 12 including fees. T
50% discount
All passengers who are born in or residents of Sicily are entitled to special rates on routes to and from Sicily. Upon boarding, you will be requested to present a valid document that states your place of birth or residence in Sicily. The discount can not be used in conjunction with the Seniors Discount.
Pets are always welcome on board Grimaldi Lines ships! If you wish to travel with your four-legged friend, please follow the guidelines below to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for them.
Pet-Friendly Areas:
Dogs and cats can be accommodated in cages or in cabins, provided the pet in cabin service is booked. Other animals (rabbits, birds, reptiles, etc.) must travel in carriers or tanks owned by the passenger. Pets can walk on the outer decks on a leash and muzzle but are not allowed in public areas, restaurants, lounges, or areas designated for passengers. Pet in Cabin Service: If you wish to bring your pet into the cabin, it is necessary to purchase the pet in cabin service, available at €10 per cabin each way. This service allows your pet to stay with you in maximum comfort, with a bedding set provided and cabin cleaning at the end of the trip. Cabins can accommodate up to 3 pets, each with their own welcome bag.
Guide Dogs: Visually impaired passengers can travel free of charge with their guide dog. The dog may stay in the cabin at no extra charge, upon written notification to the company.
Special Regulations for Dogs Boarding to Tunisia: In accordance with Tunisian regulations, certain dog breeds (Pit bull, Rottweiler, Tosa, Mastiff, Boer Bull) are not allowed on ferries to Tunisia.
What to Bring for Your Pet:
Required Documents: To transport your pet, the following are required:
Make sure to include your pet in your booking and follow all the instructions for a hassle-free trip.
Children under 4 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Receive 50% off tickets for children aged between 4 and 12, including fees.
50% discount
If you are travelling with a car you have access to special vehicle rates, the offer will be automatically applied during online booking if available, non-refundable.
If you are travelling with a motorbike then you are entitled to special bikers rates, the offer will be automatically applied during online booking if available, non-refundable.
Tirrenia offers a discounted rate to Sicilian residents including a vehicle in tow. Upon boarding, passengers must present an identity document proving their residence in Sicily.
Special rates are offered to limited number vehicles no longer than 7 meters, including campers, caravans or trailers. Tickets purchased with a promotional rate are non-refundable, changes to the booking can be made upon payment of € 25 plus any difference in the rate in effect at the time of the change.
If you are travel by minibus or van that is no more than 7 meters in length, then take advantage of special rates. Limited availability non-refundable. Changes can be made to the booking upon payment of € 25 plus any difference in the rate available at the time of change.
Tirrenia offers a comfortable and safe travel experience for you and your pet. Here’s some useful information:
Travel Requirements: Pets must have a ticket, a valid rabies vaccination certificate (if required), and a valid health certificate. Rabbits, hamsters, birds, and fish must travel in cages or carriers.
Accessible Areas: Pets can access the outdoor decks for walks. They are not allowed in common areas, lounge rooms, or passenger areas.
Pet-Friendly Cabins: To keep your pet close, you can book a cabin designed for animals. These cabins have linoleum flooring for easy cleaning and a hygienic, odor-absorbing mat. Each cabin can accommodate up to 3 pets.
How to Book: You can choose the "Pet-Friendly Cabin" option during booking if available.
Travel with your pet in peace, thanks to services designed for their comfort.
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Want to learn more about your trip from NAPLES to PALERMO?
The duration of the crossing from NAPLES to PALERMO is usually 14 hours 15 minutes with GRANDI NAVI VELOCI, 8 hours 31 minutes with GRIMALDI LINES and 10 hours 30 minutes with TIRRENIA. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator GRANDI NAVI VELOCI carries out 21 weekly itineraries, GRIMALDI LINES carries out 6 weekly itineraries and TIRRENIA carries out 24 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from NAPLES to PALERMO varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
The ferries on this route are able to transport both passengers and vehicles.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from PALERMO to NAPLES .