Ferries from Salerno to Palermo

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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

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).

Don't miss the opportunity to find the best accommodation, book your trip now with our online booking service!

Ferries from Salerno to Palermo

Ferry Offers from SALERNO to PALERMO 2025

GRIMALDI LINES

Last Minute Summer

🌞 "LAST MINUTE SUMMER" Offer – Save 15% on your ferry trips!

Book from July 26th to August 31st on NetFerry and travel for less!

Ready for sun, sea and new adventures? With our LAST MINUTE SUMMER deal, you get 15% off on many routes to Italy, Spain and Greece!

🚢 Included routes:

  • Livorno ↔ Olbia

  • Civitavecchia ↔ Porto Torres

  • Civitavecchia ↔ Olbia (only for departures from 1/6/25 to 30/9/25)

  • Livorno ↔ Palermo

  • Naples ↔ Palermo

  • Civitavecchia ↔ Barcelona

  • Porto Torres ↔ Barcelona

  • Brindisi ↔ Igoumenitsa

  • Brindisi ↔ Corfu

  • Ancona ↔ Igoumenitsa

  • Ancona ↔ Corfu

📅 Offer validity:

  • Booking period: July 26 – August 31, 2025

  • Travel period: July 26 – December 31, 2025

💸 How does the discount work?
The 15% discount is automatically applied when selecting the special fare during booking. It applies to:
✔ Base fare
✔ Accommodation supplements
✔ Vehicle transport
✔ Pets

❌ Not valid for:
✘ Fixed fees
✘ EU ETS costs
✘ Onboard services (meals, wi-fi, spa, pet in cabin)
✘ Insurance

🔁 Offer conditions:

  • Not retroactive (valid for new bookings only)

  • Tickets are non-refundable, but changes are allowed under current conditions

  • Can be combined with other promos, deals and resident fares (unless otherwise specified)

👉 Don’t miss your ferry seat!
Book now on NetFerry and sail away with 15% off!

15% discount - valid until 31 Aug 2025

Summer Black Friday 2025

Summer Black Friday 2025

30% discount on adult passengers and vehicle!

Take advantage of an exclusive offer to travel to Sardinia and Sicily with a 30% discount on selected departures on the following routes:

  • Livorno – Olbia

  • Civitavecchia – Porto Torres

  • Civitavecchia – Olbia (only from June 1st to September 30th, 2025)

  • Naples – Palermo

✅ Key info:

  • Valid for bookings with at least 2 adults and 1 vehicle (car or motorcycle)

  • Discount applies per couple of adults with vehicle

  • Not valid on: children, fixed fees, EU ETS charges, accommodation, pets, onboard services, insurance

  • Book from July 4 to July 28, 2025 for departures up to December 31, 2025 (on available dates)

  • Non-refundable, but tickets can be changed under current conditions

  • Can be combined with other deals, promo codes, and partnerships

⚠️ Limited availability: once garage capacity reaches 70%, the date is excluded from the promo.

30% discount - valid until 28 Jul 2025

Children under 2 travel free

Children under 2 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation. 

100% discount

Discounts for children under 12

Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 2 and 12 including fees. T

50% discount

Children under 12 travel free

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

Discount for Sicilian residents and those born in Sicily

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.

Discounts for over 60s

Grimaldi Lines offers a 20% discount on tickets for passengers over 60, valid for routes to/from Sardinia, Greece, Sicily, and Spain.

Offer Details

  • The 20% discount applies to:
    • Ship passages
    • Accommodations (cabins, seats, etc.)
    • Pets
    • Vehicles on board
  • Exclusions: the discount does not apply to fixed fees, EU ETS costs, cancellation insurance, or onboard services (e.g., meals, Wi-Fi, "Pet in Cabin," wellness center).
  • Valid for:
    • Bookings and departures until 31/05/2025.
    • From 01/09/2025 to 31/12/2025.

How to Apply the Discount

  1. Enter the promo code "SENIOR" when booking.
  2. This promotion is combinable with other special offers, but not with:
    • Agreements
    • Resident/native rates

Ticket Conditions

  • Tickets purchased under this promotion are non-refundable.
  • Modifications are allowed according to the terms of special fares.

Don’t miss the chance to travel with Grimaldi Lines and enjoy this exclusive offer for over 60s!

20% discount

Pets

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:

  • Food and water bowls
  • Leash, muzzle, waste scoop, and waste bags
  • Favorite toy
    Additionally, waste bags are available on board upon request.

Required Documents: To transport your pet, the following are required:

  • European Pet Passport for international travel between Schengen countries
  • Registration with the dog registry and a health certificate for domestic travel
  • For travel from Tunisia, specific health documentation is mandatory, including a rabies vaccination certificate and antibody titration test.

Make sure to include your pet in your booking and follow all the instructions for a hassle-free trip.


Ferry Operators

  • GRIMALDI LINES

    2 weekly sailings

    Duration: 9 hours 15 minutes

    MV Catania ,  MV Zeus Palace

Port of Salerno

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

Guide of Palermo

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]

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Want to learn more about your trip from SALERNO to PALERMO?

How long is the crossing 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.

How many crossings are there per week from SALERNO to PALERMO?

The ferry operator GRIMALDI LINES carries out 2 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.

How much is a ferry ticket from SALERNO to PALERMO?

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.

Can I take my car on the line from SALERNO to PALERMO?

The ships that operate on this route allow vehicles onboard.

Looking for information on the return journey?

If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from PALERMO to SALERNO .

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