Ferry from Salerno to Palermo

Tickets, prices & schedules
Ferries between Salerno and Palermo run all year round with up to 2 weekly ferry crossings. Find updated info, compare ferry timetables and prices, and book your ferry tickets on Ferryhopper with no hidden fees.

On-board services and amenities

Cabins

The ferries operating the route from Salerno to Palermo have cabins as well as numbered seats.

Ferry luggage

The ferry company Grimaldi Lines allows each passenger to board with one carry-on luggage included in the price of their ticket that does not exceed 30kg.

Pet travel

You can travel with your pet on the ferry to Palermo from Salerno. Make sure to carry along the necessary certificates, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for your trip.

Useful tips for your ferry trip from Salerno to

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Salerno to Palermo: 

  • We recommend that you arrive at the port of Salerno at least 1.5 hr before your ferry trip, especially if you are traveling with your vehicle. 
  • For such long journeys, we recommend booking a cabin
  • From the port of Palermo, you can also cross by ferry to the Aeolian Islands. Check our Map of ferries to take a look at the ferries from Palermo to Lipari or the ferries from Palermo to Panarea.
  • Sometimes, the schedules of ferries that depart from the port of Salerno may change. Make sure to confirm your ferry’s departure time. You can also track your ferry in real-time on the Ferryhopper app!

Where to take the ferry from Salerno to Palermo?

Usually, ferries to Palermo depart from the West Pier of the port of Salerno. 

The port area offers various services, including pubs, pizzerias, stores, and boutiques of all kinds. Should you need a parking lot for your vehicle, you can leave your car in one of the paid parking lots outside the port.

How long is the ferry ride from Salerno to Palermo?

The Salerno to Palermo ferry duration ranges from approximately 9 h 15 min to 10 h 15 min.

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FAQs

Yes, ferries traveling from Salerno to Palermo can carry vehicles.

The distance between the port of Salerno in Italy and Palermo is 167 nautical miles (around 309km).

Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.

Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.

If your ferry trip is canceled, you usually have the following options:

  • Change your ticket to another departure of equal value.
  • Cancel your ticket with a request sent to the ferry operator for a full refund.

Find out more about what you can do in case of weather disruption or ferry strike.

If you’re worried about possible delays or cancellations, you can always visit our ferry travel alerts page for real-time updates on strikes, weather disruptions, and service suspensions.

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