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53 Ferry crossings from 37 Ports
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Ferry to Sicily

Sicily Ferry Times

With approximately 468 daily sailings and up to 3,174 weekly trips to Sicily, you have numerous travel options. As ferry schedules may vary by season, we recommend using our deal finder to check the latest sailing times and compare ticket prices.

Popular Ferry routes to Sicily

Ferries from Favignana - Trapani sail with a crossing time of 37m. The average price of a Favignana - Trapani ferry is about £49.60. The Genoa - Palermo ferry runs with a duration of 20h 57m. The average price of a Genoa - Palermo ferry is around £419.81.

Sicily Ferry Operators

Ferries to Sicily are operated by 7 different operators. These include Caronte & Tourist, Caronte & Tourist NCI, Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Liberty Lines Fast Ferries, Siremar, and Tirrenia & Virtu Ferries.

Ferry Ports in Sicily

Sicily is served by nine ferry ports, ensuring robust connectivity across the island. With an impressive 468 daily sailings and 3174 weekly sailings, travellers have plenty of options to plan their journeys. Among these ports, Palermo emerges as the most popular, featuring 38 daily sailings and 188 weekly sailings. This high frequency provides ample flexibility for those travelling to and from Sicily.

How do I get from UK to Sicily?

Currently there are no direct ferries from the UK to Sicily. To travel by ferry to Sicily, take a ferry from the UK to Spain or France, and continue your journey via car or local ferries to reach Sicily.

Can I take a car on the ferry to Sicily?

There are multiple car ferries to Sicily, however this may vary by route. Caronte & Tourist, Caronte & Tourist NCI, Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Siremar, Tirrenia & Virtu Ferries allow passengers to bring their own vehicles onboard most of their ferry crossings to Sicily. However, please check the availability before booking your ferry ticket.

Sicily Ferry Prices and Offers

The price of a ferry to Sicily can vary by route, operator and season. The 2 most popular routes have an average price of £49.60 (Favignana to Trapani) and £419.81 (Genoa to Palermo). We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

How to book ferry tickets to Sicily

The best way to book a ferry to Sicily online is with Direct Ferries. Use our Deal Finder, compare tickets, and get the best deal.

Sicily Guide

Sicily, a gem in the Mediterranean Sea, is renowned for its rich history and stunning landscapes. Palermo ferry port, the island's bustling capital, serves as a gateway to a treasure trove of attractions. Visitors can explore the magnificent Palermo Cathedral, the historic Teatro Massimo, and the vibrant markets of Ballarò and Vucciria. Yearly, the city hosts the colourful Feast of Santa Rosalia, a celebration not to be missed. From Palermo ferry port, travellers can easily venture to other parts of the island by train or bus. Conveniently, the city centre is a short bus ride away, making it an ideal starting point for your Sicilian adventure.

Most popular questions

Which ferries travel to Sicily?

Ferries to Sicily:
  • Tunis
  • Civitavecchia
  • Genoa
  • Naples
  • Salerno
  • Cagliari
  • Livorno
  • Valletta
  • Vulcano
  • Lipari
  • Salina
  • Rinella
  • Filicudi
  • Palermo
  • Milazzo
  • Ustica
  • Alicudi
  • Favignana
  • Levanzo
  • Marettimo
  • Pantelleria
  • Stromboli
  • Panarea
  • Lampedusa
  • Linosa
  • Reggio Calabria
  • Ginostra (Stromboli)
  • Vibo Valentia
  • Ustica Cala Cimitero
  • Villa San Giovanni

What is the cheapest ferry to Sicily?

The cheapest ferry to Sicily is £14 from Reggio Calabria to Messina. Price exclusive of booking fees.

What are the ferry ports in Sicily?

Sicily Ferry Ports:
  • Palermo
  • Palermo Termini Imerese
  • Catania
  • Pozzallo
  • Messina
  • Milazzo
  • Trapani
  • Porto Empedocle
  • Marsala

Can you take pets on the ferry to Sicily?

Yes, you can bring your pets onboard the ferries. Where pets are allowed on the ferries depends on the ferry company. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Grandi Navi Veloci
  • Grimaldi Lines
  • Virtu Ferries
  • Caronte & Tourist
  • Liberty Lines Fast Ferries

Sicily reviews

  • "Holiday started onboard!"

    Boat is magnificent and more than just a ferry. Outside cabin was ideal for the 20 hour crossing and the bars had a nice atmosphere. Self service restaurant could be a bit better though.

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  • "Very enjoyable trip"

    Loading was well organized, beautiful cabin, bar, café and restaurant, swimming pool deck, friendly staff, atmosphere and décor is very appealing.

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  • "Intercom announcement"

    A lot of intercom announcements weren't translated into French, despite the fact that a lot of French people were on board

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  • "Crossing Naples to Palermo and back"

    Just as we had hoped it all worked out great. From check in up to the ship docked, all the staff are very accommodating when you are keeping to the rules.

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