Palermo – Genoa
Ferry to Italy
Palermo – Genoa
Ferry to Italy
You can get a ferry from Palermo to Genoa. Ferries from Palermo to Genoa are available all year round. With around 1 daily and 6 weekly sailings, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Palermo to Genoa first ferry: departs Palermo at 17:00.
Palermo to Genoa last ferry: departs Palermo at around 23:59.
Bear in mind that Palermo Genoa ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Palermo to Genoa ferry timetable before you book.
How long the Palermo to Genoa ferry is depends on whether you’re travelling on a Palermo Genoa fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Palermo to Genoa ferry duration is usually around 20 hours 15 minutes on average.
Average Palermo to Genoa ferry time: 20 hours 15 minutes
Fastest ferry: 19 hours
Longest ferry: 24 hours 15 minutes
The fastest ferries from Palermo to Genoa take 19 hours.
Ferries from Palermo to Genoa are provided by 1 ferry company; Grandi Navi Veloci with 1 daily and 6 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Palermo Genoa ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Palermo ferry to Genoa runs all year round
Grandi Navi Veloci: 1 daily sailing and 6 weekly sailings
The Palermo to Genoa ferry price can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in.
Average Palermo to Genoa ferry cost: £212.32
Palermo to Genoa distance: approximately 525.1 miles (845.1km) or 456 nautical miles.
With an average crossing time of 20 hours 15 minutes, it's not possible to do a Palermo to Genoa day trip.
Yes, you can get the ferry from Palermo to Genoa with a car.
Palermo to Genoa car ferry operators: Grandi Navi Veloci
Car price: usually between £139 to £527
Cheapest car price: around £77
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Palermo to Genoa ferry.
Palermo Genoa foot passenger ferries: Grandi Navi Veloci
Foot passenger price: usually between £53 and £266
Cheapest foot passenger price: around £46
Yes, you can take your camper with you on the Sicily to Genoa ferry.
Camper price: usually between £156 and £438
Cheapest camper price: around £125
Here's everything you need to know about taking your pet on the Palermo to Genoa boat.
Pets are allowed on Palermo ferries to Genoa. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
Pet-friendly operators:
Grandi Navi Veloci
Pets are allowed on Palermo ferries to Genoa. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
You will need the following things with you when travelling with your pet on a ferry from Palermo to Genoa.
Grandi Navi Veloci:
Grandi Navi Veloci: an additional fee may be required at the time of booking
You can travel with guide dogs and assistance dogs on the boat from Palermo to Genoa. However, you must let the ferry company know at the time of booking. You may also have to present any necessary certificates if asked to do so on board.
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| Palermo - Genoa Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Grandi Navi Veloci | |
| Average Price | £206* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 20h 26m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 19h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 01:45 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 456 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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The Italian city of Palermo is located in the north west of Sicily, by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The city has a reputation across the world for its history, gastronomy, culture and architecture with a its origins dating back over 2,700 years. Many visitors flock to the city and it has become Sicily's main hub for culture, commerce and tourism. The city's centre has many examples of fine palaces and churches which give way to areas whose way of life doesn't seem to have changed for centuries. This is perhaps most evident in the markets in Palermo, whose Arabic origins can still be seen today thanks to the noise, aromas, colours, narrow streets and with the excellent array of produce on offer and the general 'souk's atmosphere.
From the city's port, ferry services operate to destinations include Genoa, with a crossing time of 21 hours, Civitavecchia, 14 hour crossing time, Naples, 10 hours and 30 minutes, and Tunisia, 10 hours. It is recommended that foot passengers check in 1 hour prior to departure and vehicles 2 hours prior to departure. For all departures to Tunisia check in should be 4 hours prior to departure.
The port city of Genoa is located in the Liguria region of Italy and lies on the Mediterranean Sea coast. Genoa's historic centre is a maze of narrow alleys that open up onto small squares and is where visitors can't fail to appreciate the history and culture that embodies the city. Architecturally there are many different styles sitting side by side with a medieval wall acting as a base for a 14th century building on Gothic loggias. Genoa really is a place where the past literally forms the foundations of the present.
The city's old port, redesigned by Renzo Piano in 1992, is a popular draw for tourists who go there to take in all the sites the old port area has to offer. A popular site located close to the pier is the city's lighthouse where lovely views of Genoa and its Gulf can be had.
Genoa's ferry terminal is located in the Calata Chiappella and ferries depart towards Sardinia, Sicily, Corsica, Spain, Tunisia and Morocco. The terminal building has all of the usual passenger facilities and is also wheelchair friendly.
We recommend booking in advance to find the cheapest ferry from Palermo to Genoa. Genoa to Genoa ferry prices vary depending on the season you’re travelling in. Most Genoa to Palermo ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re travelling from Palermo to Genoa by boat in summer it’s always best to make your Palermo to Genoa ferry booking in advance. Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the cheapest ferry from Palermo to Genoa.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Palermo Genoa ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Palermo to Genoa ferry booking.
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're getting the Palermo to Genoa ferry with luggage, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Palermo to Genoa ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
Grandi Navi Veloci: no specific limit
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the ferry between Palermo and Genoa. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the Palermo to Genoa boat differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Grandi Navi Veloci: cabins, suites, deck seats and pullman seats are available on board
Yes, the ferries from Palermo to Genoa are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
Grandi Navi Veloci: Specially adapted cabins can be reserved
It all depends on the ferry company you are travelling with. In general, we recommend arriving at Palermo port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Palermo Genoa tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Palermo to Genoa ferry booking should be in your confirmation email.
Grandi Navi Veloci: from 2 hours to 45 minutes before departure for vehicles and 1 hour to 45 minutes before for foot passengers
Yes, parking is available at Palermo ferry port.
By bus: take bus number 139 from Palermo Central train station to the port
By train: you can get a train to Palermo from various destinations in Sicily and then a bus or taxi to the port
By taxi: the port is located around 10 minutes by car from Palermo train station
Genoa ferry port is located close to the city centre. You can walk to the centre in around 5-10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the metro or a bus. At the ferry port you'll find plenty of amenities including shops and restaurants.
If you're travelling by car, standard speed limits in Italy are as follows:
Built-up areas: 50 km/h or 31mph
Outside built-up areas: 90km/h or 55mph
Dual carriageways: 110km/h or 68mph
Motorways: 130km/h or 80mph
