Ferries from Salerno to Palermo
Are you organizing a vacation to Italy? Search for the best ferry from Salerno to Palermo by checking NetFerry online booking system. Our pages give you all of the information for your trip to Palermo from Salerno including crossing prices, schedules and duration.
The link between Salerno and Palermo is served by our partner Grimaldi Lines who make 2 weekly sailings available with travel times ranging bewteen 9 hours 15 minutes and 11 hours. afternoon departure times for these crossings. This line allows you to transport cars, motorbikes, campers and trucks - when boarding, simply follow the instructions at the departure port. 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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| Route: | SALERNO - PALERMO |
|---|---|
| Average Weekly Sailings: | 2 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: | Monday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: | 1 |
| Operators: | GRIMALDI LINES |
| First Ferry: | 01:00 |
| Last Ferry: | 13:15 |
| Average trip duration: | 9 h 45 min |
| Distance: | 307.8 Km |
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Livorno – Olbia (round trip)
Civitavecchia – Porto Torres (round trip)
Livorno – Palermo (round trip)
Naples – Palermo (round trip)
Civitavecchia – Barcelona (round trip)
Porto Torres – Barcelona (round trip)
Additionally, get a 20% discount on daytime return trips for selected departures on the following routes:
Olbia – Livorno
Porto Torres – Civitavecchia
Porto Torres – Barcelona
Palermo – Naples
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How to claim the discount? The discounts are automatically applied when selecting the “Special” fare during purchase. Discounts apply to base fares, accommodation, pets, and vehicles but exclude fixed fees, EU ETS costs, and additional services (meals, spa, Wi-Fi, etc.).
Offer combinable! This promotion can be combined with other ongoing offers, partnerships, and special rates (unless otherwise specified).
Flexibility guaranteed “Special” tickets are non-refundable but can be modified under applicable conditions.
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25% discount - valid until 31 May 2025
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The discount is automatically applied to the "Special" fare level during booking. Save on the base fare, accommodation supplements, pets, and vehicles.
Note: The discount does not apply to fixed fees, EU ETS costs, onboard services (meals, Wi-Fi, spa), or insurance premiums.
This offer is combinable with other promotions, discount codes, partnerships, and resident fares unless otherwise specified.
"Special" fare tickets are non-refundable but can be modified under the current terms. The discount applies only to new bookings and is not retroactive.
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20% discount - valid until 31 Mar 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
Children from 0 to 12 years travel free on ferry routes departing from Livorno and Salerno to Palermo, including fees. The discount cannot be used in conjunction with the Superfamily & Friends promotion.
100% 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.
Grimaldi Lines offers a 20% discount on tickets for passengers over 60, valid for routes to/from Sardinia, Greece, Sicily, and Spain.
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20% 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.
Salerno, in the Tyrrhenian Sea, is an important commercial port in Italy. Always overshadowed by the nearby port of Naples, it was only in the 1970s that it regained its position winning recognition by the EU for safety levels. The port has a high number of passengers and freight passing through and the cruise industry is rapidly developing there. There are daily connections departing from Salerno for Sicily. How to reach Salerno The passenger terminal is located in the city center, if you come by car from Naples along the A3 motorway you can take the exit Vietri sul Mare. If you come fr... [More information]
Address: Via Ligea, Salerno, Italy
Directions: Google Map @ Salerno, port
Palermo was the Capital of Italian culture in 2018 and is a city of contradictions, which gives the city its character. There are beautiful squares, majestic buildings and markets full of colours, smells and voices. History The city was built around its port, which in Roman times was an important port called Panormus which was later remodelled by the Arabs and called Balharm. Before the Romans however, the Phoenicians settled in here giving the city the name Fiore. Under Arab rule the city flourished in the IX century AD, it became one of the most important Islamic cities in the West. In 1072 ... [More information]
Want to learn more about your trip from SALERNO to PALERMO?
The duration of the crossing from SALERNO to PALERMO is usually 11 hours with GRIMALDI LINES. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator GRIMALDI LINES carries out 2 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from SALERNO 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 ships that operate on this route allow vehicles onboard.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from PALERMO to SALERNO .