Palermo Civitavecchia Ferry

The Palermo Civitavecchia ferry route connects Sicily with Rome. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Grandi Navi Veloci. The crossing operates up to 1 times each week with sailing durations from around 14 hours.

Palermo Civitavecchia sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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How long is the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Palermo to Civitavecchia is approximately 14h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

The average price of a ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia is approximately 279 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Palermo to Civitavecchia?

There is 1 ferry operator for Palermo to Civitavecchia and this is

Grandi Navi Veloci

How can I book ferry tickets from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

Ferries from Palermo to Civitavecchia are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Palermo to Civitavecchia with

Grandi Navi Veloci

Can you take your car on the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Palermo to Civitavecchia with the following operators

Grandi Navi Veloci

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Palermo to Civitavecchia?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

Grandi Navi Veloci

How far is Civitavecchia from Palermo?

Palermo to Civitavecchia is approximately 251 nautical miles distance apart.

Palermo Guide

The Italian city of Palermo is located in the north west of Sicily, by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The city has a reputation across the world for its history, gastronomy, culture and architecture with a its origins dating back over 2,700 years. Many visitors flock to the city and it has become Sicily's main hub for culture, commerce and tourism. The city's centre has many examples of fine palaces and churches which give way to areas whose way of life doesn't seem to have changed for centuries. This is perhaps most evident in the markets in Palermo, whose Arabic origins can still be seen today thanks to the noise, aromas, colours, narrow streets and with the excellent array of produce on offer and the general 'souk's atmosphere.

From the city's port, ferry services operate to destinations include Genoa, with a crossing time of 21 hours, Civitavecchia, 14 hour crossing time, Naples, 10 hours and 30 minutes, and Tunisia, 10 hours. It is recommended that foot passengers check in 1 hour prior to departure and vehicles 2 hours prior to departure. For all departures to Tunisia check in should be 4 hours prior to departure.

Civitavecchia Guide

The Italian city of Civitavecchia lies on the Tyrrhenian Sea coast in the Lazio region of the country. The city, which is home to just under 60,000 residents, is home to a cruise and ferry port and is located around 80 km to the north west of Rome. The city can trace its port's history back over one thousand years to 101-108 AD, when the Emperor Trajan ordered the port of Centumcellae to be built in order to accommodate deepwater shipping for the Roman capital. After this period, they fell under the rule of a number of different Counts and Popes.

In the city visitors will find examples of restored medieval and Baroque structures which includes the large Forte Michelangelo which is a fortress that was commissioned by pope Giulio II in the early 16th century and the 17th century defensive walls behind the port. The wall forms one side of the Lungoporto Gramsci which is an elevated pedestrian walkway. From here there are excellent views to be had of the cruise ships and ferry basins in the port.

Car and passenger ferries link Civitavecchia to Sardinia, Sicily, and other destinations within Italy and abroad.