Ferry Naples → Palermo 🇮🇹🇮🇹
The Naples to Palermo ferry is the classic overnight crossing of the Tyrrhenian Sea, linking the Campania coast with the heart of Sicily. Operated by GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) and Grimaldi Lines, the route runs daily in summer with a sailing time of around 10 to 11 hours. Departing in the evening and arriving the next morning, it carries cars, motorbikes, motorhomes and foot passengers alike, making it one of the most convenient ways to reach Sicily with your own vehicle from Naples and central or southern Italy. Comfortable cabins are available on board and are strongly recommended for the overnight passage, so you can rest and step ashore in Palermo refreshed. Fares start from around €30 per passenger.
The Naples → Palermo ferry route serves Palermo from Naples, in Italy. It is operated by GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci), Grimaldi Lines, with a crossing time of ~10 to ~11 hours (Daily in summer). Fares start from €30 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.
Operators on this route
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Naples to Palermo ferry take?
- The crossing takes around 10 to 11 hours. It is an overnight sailing that typically departs Naples in the evening and arrives in Palermo the following morning.
- Which companies operate the Naples-Palermo route?
- The route is served by GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) and Grimaldi Lines, with daily departures during the summer season.
- Can I take my car or motorhome on the ferry?
- Yes. The ferry carries cars, motorbikes and motorhomes as well as foot passengers, making it an easy way to bring your own vehicle to Sicily from Naples and central or southern Italy.
- Are cabins available on the overnight crossing?
- Yes, cabins are available on board and are strongly recommended for the overnight passage so you can rest and arrive in Palermo refreshed.
- How much does the Naples to Palermo ferry cost?
- Fares start from around €30 per passenger. The exact price depends on the operator, travel date, cabin choice and any vehicle you bring.