Genoa – Palermo
Ferries to Sicily
Genoa – Palermo
Ferries to Sicily
Grandi Navi Veloci provides the ferry from Genoa to Palermo. Genoa Palermo ferries cost between 196€ and 837€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Genoa Palermo ferries.
The first Genoa Palermo ferry typically departs from Genoa at around 00:45. The last ferry usually departs at 23:59.
The Genoa Palermo ferry trip can take around 20 hours 15 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 19 hours 30 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 6 weekly sailings from Genoa to Palermo provided by Grandi Navi Veloci. Timetables can change from season to season.
Genoa Palermo ferry prices typically range between 196€* and 837€*. The average price is typically 420€*. The cheapest Genoa Palermo ferry prices start from 196€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 224€*. The average price for a car is 447€*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 April 2025.
The distance between Genoa to Palermo is approximately 525.1 miles (845.1km) or 456.3 nautical miles.
Yes, Grandi Navi Veloci ferries allow cars on board ferries between Genoa and Palermo. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Genoa and Palermo.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Grandi Navi Veloci ferries between Genoa and Palermo.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Genoa to Palermo with Grandi Navi Veloci. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Genoa - Palermo Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Grandi Navi Veloci | |
| Average Price | 389 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 20h 32m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 19h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 21:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 456 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Italian city of Genoa lies on the Mediterranean Sea coast and is located in the Liguria region of Italy. The city's old town, which has a long and rich history in art, music, architecture and gastronomy was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2006. Additionally the city was declared the European Capital of Culture in 2004 and is also the birthplace of Niccolo Paganini and Christopher Columbus.
The maze of squares and narrow streets make up Genoa's historic centre. The city has influences of the medieval about it, along with 16th century and Baroque influences (San Matteo square and the ancient via Aurea, now via Garibaldi). Visitors can still see remains of the 17th century walls near to San Lorenzo Cathedral, which happens to be the most attended place of worship in Genoa.
Genoa's port is Italy's largest commercial and industrial port, and one of Europe's busiest ports in the Mediterranean Sea. The ferry terminal, located in the Calata Chiappella, between Ponte Asserto and Ponte Colombo, is on many levels and is accessible by passengers in wheelchairs. On the terminal's top level visitors will find waiting rooms and a shopping centre. Ferries operating from the port generally depart towards Sardinia, Sicily, Corsica, Spain, Tunisia and Morocco.
The city of Palermo is located on the Italian island of Sicily and lies on the island's north west coast and has a large and strategically important natural port, next to the Monte Pellegrino. The city is typically Mediterranean and can trace its history back to the 8th century and is today known for its Norman buildings, fabulous palaces and the hustle and bustle of its markets. Palermo's historic centre is the Quattro Canti district, which means 'Four Corners' and is where a number of the city's most spectacular attractions can be found. These include the Royal Palace and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The cathedral's sheer size and lovely architecture really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Also popular in the city is the medieval Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi and the 12th century Castello della Zisa. For visitors who enjoy the performing arts there is also the Teatro Massimo which is a recently refurbished theatre that puts on regular performances.
Ferries from the city's port depart to Genoa, Civitavecchia, Naples and Tunisia.
