Rome to Palermo by ferry + bus

This route from Rome to Palermo is not by ferry the whole way: by bus, ferry it takes about 24h 50m in total, run by Airport shuttle bus, 12Go. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m.

A closer look at the Ferry journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€60

Older observation · Not checked for your date

Total journey
24h 50m
Change
2 transfers
Operator
Airport shuttle bus, 12Go

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Rome Fiumicino to FiumicinoAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Fiumicino
  2. 2
    Fiumicino to Naples12Go3h 50m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Naples
  3. 3
    Naples to Palermo12Go11h

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time24h 50m

Ferry facts for this route

These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the ferry only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.

Good to know
The Ferry covers Naples to Palermo. The rest of the journey is by bus.

Before you travel

Which port?

The departure and arrival ports are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.

Boarding and vehicles

Boarding time and the rules for carrying a vehicle are not in this record. Check them with the operator.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. The first row books at 12Go. The other links here open at our partner Omio.

  • Ferry· 14h 15m€45Book
  • Bus· 11h 45m€17Book
  • Train· 10h 57m€53Book

Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20

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Rome to Palermo by ferry: common questions

How long does Rome to Palermo take by ferry?

The ferry does not cover the whole route: ferry + bus together take about 24h 50m, 2 transfers.

How much is a ferry ticket from Rome to Palermo?

The best price in our latest check was €60. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the ferry from Rome to Palermo?

Airport shuttle bus, 12Go. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the ferry or the flight better?

The flight is faster at 1h 05m. It is cheaper too, at €36.

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