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How to get from Livorno to Palermo by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Livorno to Palermo ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Livorno to Palermo is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Livorno to Palermo can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Livorno to Palermo ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines or SNAV. This way you can find the best price for a Livorno Palermo ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Grandi Navi Veloci or Grimaldi Lines ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Livorno to Palermo simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Livorno to Palermo Ferry Information

Port of departure
Livorno
Italy
Tuscany
Port of arrival
Palermo
Italy
Sicily
Distance
408 mi
Ferry Companies
Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, SNAV
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
18 hrs. 50 min
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Ferry Livorno Palermo: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Livorno to Palermo, you'll find tickets ranging from $42 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $412 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Livorno-Palermo route is $126. The average ferry crossing time from Livorno to Palermo is 19 hrs. 40 min. The slowest ferries will take 20 hrs. 30 min to reach Palermo, while the fastest boats will reach Palermo in 19 hrs. 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Livorno at 18:30.

Average price of a Livorno Palermo ferry crossing
$126
Price range for Livorno Palermo ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$42 - $412
Average crossing time Livorno Palermo
19 hrs. 40 min
Departure time of first ferry to Palermo
18:30
Arrival time first ferry to Palermo
14:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Palermo
15:00

Why take a ferry from Livorno to Palermo ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Livorno to Palermo ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Palermo. Here are 3 reasons why we think Livorno to Palermo ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Enjoy a very attentive staff
Every minute of the Livorno-Palermo crossing, from embarkation in the port of Livorno to disembarkation in Palermo, qualified and smiling Grandi Navi Veloci or Grimaldi Lines personnel are at your disposal to ensure that you have a pleasant time. They will orient you in the ship, guide you to your cabin, serve you in the restaurant and answer any question you may have. You can find an information desk on the ship, mostly on the main deck.
Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
If we compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to go from Livorno to Palermo. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. During the Livorno Palermo ferry trip with Grimaldi Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci, there are countless opportunities for entertainment with restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... A flight will never give you so many services during the trip.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
If you have children, there's no better way to travel from Livorno to Palermo as a family than by ferry. Everything is easier. As soon as you leave Livorno, imagine your children discovering the ship, spending long moments playing in the areas reserved for the youngest or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest movies in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marveling at a magic show or other countless activities. This boat trip between Livorno and Palermo will remain an unforgettable moment for your children.

Which companies operate between Livorno and Palermo?

If you're looking to travel between Livorno and Palermo by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Grandi Navi Veloci or Grimaldi Lines who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Grandi Navi Veloci Livorno Palermo
Grandi Navi Veloci
Grandi Navi Veloci is an Italian company and one of the leaders in passenger transport in the Mediterranean. It serves Italy (Sicily and Sardinia), Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, France and Morocco. On Vivanoda, you can compare Livorno-Palermo fares and book a Grandi Navi Veloci ticket between Livorno and Palermo. More information about Grandi Navi Veloci
Grimaldi Lines Livorno Palermo
Grimaldi Lines
Established in 1947, Grimaldi Lines is based in Naples, Italy. It offers ferry crossings to several destinations in Europe and North Africa. On Vivanoda, you can compare Livorno-Palermo fares and book a Grimaldi Lines ticket between Livorno and Palermo. Grimaldi Lines operates 3 crossings a week to Palermo from Livorno and the journey time is 18 hrs. 50 min. More information about Grimaldi Lines
18 hrs. 50 min
3 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Livorno? Where do the boats arrive in Palermo?

Port of departure in Livorno

Grandi Navi Veloci or Grimaldi Lines ferries depart for Palermo from the following ports in Livorno:

Livorno Calata Tripoli
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Livorno Calata Carrara
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Port of arrival in Palermo

Grimaldi Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci ships arrive in Palermo from the following ports:

Palermo
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Livorno to Palermo, it will take you at least 18 hrs. 50 min to cover the 408 mi between Livorno and Palermo.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Livorno and Palermo in winter) and the ferry company (Grandi Navi Veloci and Grimaldi Lines). There are currently 3 crossings a week between Livorno and Palermo.

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Livorno and Palermo: Grandi Navi Veloci and Grimaldi Lines.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, SNAV.

During your crossing between Livorno and Palermo, you will travel 408 mi.

To go by boat from Livorno to Palermo, you can find prices ranging from $42 for the lowest, to $412 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $126.

The first ferry leaves Livorno at 18:30 for Palermo.

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