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Genoa to Palermo Ferry: GNV, the Longest Crossing to the Island
To get from Genoa to Palermo by ferry, the ferry company is GNV: a long direct line that leaves the port of Genoa in the late afternoon or evening and reaches Palermo the next day. It runs all year.
There are sailings almost every day, and every day in summer. Grimaldi does not run Genoa–Palermo (it does not appear in its route search): this line is GNV only.
It is one of the longest crossings in the Tyrrhenian Sea. With a car and a cabin, you travel from northern Italy to the south without driving.
Genoa to Palermo ferry timetable
The timetable shows the departures for the date you choose. GNV has sailings almost every day all year round and every day in summer, always late in the afternoon or at night. It is an overnight crossing that takes up a good part of the following day. For the return, see the Palermo to Genoa ferry page.
Check the departures for your date in our search engine. Schedules and prices
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
GNV on the Genoa to Palermo ferry
This line is run by GNV alone, with sailings all year. On the island, GNV also has other routes from Civitavecchia and Naples, and in Sardinia Genoa–Olbia and Genoa–Porto Torres. On this route, with no direct competition, what matters is choosing the right date and cabin.
Genoa to Palermo ferry price
The price you see above is the lowest recent one for an adult without a vehicle. On such a long crossing, accommodation sets the price:
- Seat or cabin: a cabin is almost essential if you do not want to spend the night sitting up.
- The car, which is paid separately.
- The season: in summer there are more sailings but also more demand.
Children and island resident fare
Children have their own fare: enter their age when you search. GNV has a fare for residents of Sicily and Sardinia that covers the accompanying car and family members on the certificate of registration (padrón). It is not available on every sailing and the ticket is non-refundable. It is a ferry company fare and the search may not show it: ask us if you are a resident.
Genoa to Palermo ferry with a car
With GNV, the driver boards with only the car (SOLAS rule) and everyone else goes on foot. If the car runs on liquefied gas, declare it when boarding. In Genoa, the GNV terminal is at Piazzale dei Traghetti Iqbal Masih. Check-in can be done online.
Genoa to Palermo ferry with a dog
On such a long crossing, your pet matters. GNV offers the "Four-legged Friends Cabin" (maximum two pets, limited places), with late exit until fifteen minutes before docking and FIDO PARK areas. Otherwise, a kennel. More in ferry with a dog.
On board on a crossing of more than a day
You spend the night and a good part of the following day on board. GNV has cabins and common areas; a cabin gives you a place to sleep and rest. Bring some food if you want to keep an eye on spending.
Ports of Genoa and Palermo
Port of Génova
Port of Palermo
How to get to the port of Genoa
GNV boards at Piazzale dei Traghetti Iqbal Masih. Arrive as early as your boarding pass says and, if you can, check in online.
Arriving in Palermo: port, ticket office and city
The port of Palermo is at Calata Marinai d'Italia and the GNV ticket office is at Calata Puntone. Palermo Centrale station is about two kilometres away, and buses 101, 102, 107 and 230 take you close.
Documents for the Genoa to Palermo ferry
Route within Italy: original, valid identity document. On some routes the boarding pass is issued at the ticket office because of customs checks.
I Love Ferry tips for the Genoa to Palermo ferry
- Cabin. With so many hours on board, it is what you will appreciate most.
- Book early in summer, when there are more sailings but also more demand.
- Compare with Naples or Livorno if your starting point is close to them: they are shorter.
- Pets: book the cabin early, places are limited.
Alternatives to Genoa to Palermo
- Livorno to Palermo ferry: from Tuscany, with Grimaldi.
- Naples to Palermo ferry: a shorter crossing, overnight.
- Civitavecchia to Termini Imerese ferry: from Rome's port.
Genoa–Termini Imerese does not exist: we explain it on the page for the Genoa to Termini Imerese ferry.
Frequently asked questions about the Genoa to Palermo ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which ferry company runs the ferry from Genoa to Palermo?
GNV, all year.
How many sailings are there?
Almost every day all year and every day in summer. The timetable shows the ones for your date.
How long does the ferry from Genoa to Palermo take?
It is one of the longest crossings in the area: it leaves in the late afternoon or evening and arrives the next day.
Is there a direct ferry from Genoa to Termini Imerese?
No: GNV does not have that route. To reach the area, take Genoa to Palermo and continue along the A19.
Can I take a car?
Yes. The driver boards with only the car and the other passengers go on foot.
Can I travel with a dog?
Yes, in the "Four-legged Friends Cabin" (maximum two pets), or in a kennel.
Is there an island resident fare?
Yes, GNV has a fare for residents of Sicily and Sardinia, with conditions.
What document do I need?
An original, valid identity document, because it is a route within Italy.
How do I get from the port of Palermo to the centre?
Palermo Centrale station is about two kilometres away and there are buses 101, 102, 107 and 230.
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