Ferry Cagliari – Palermo
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Cagliari – Palermo with Grimaldi Lines
Cagliari – Palermo takes you to Sicily in ten to twelve hours. Sailings are infrequent: one or two crossings a week.
The ships have dining areas, shops and outdoor decks, and passengers with a vehicle leave their car in the garage for the whole crossing.
Few rotations leave little margin in case of delay: arrive early at the port of Cagliari. Check the departure days before booking.
Cagliari – Palermo at a glance
- Company Grimaldi Lines
- Crossing time about 10 to 12 hours (overnight)
- Sailings one to two sailings a week
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board cabins, restaurants, lounges
Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.
Cagliari
Cagliari, capital of Sardinia, rises over hills that overlook the gulf. The fortified Castello district, with its cathedral and Pisan towers, offers fine viewpoints, especially from the Saint-Rémy bastion. Poetto beach stretches for several kilometres to the east, and the neighbouring Molentargius lagoon is home to flamingos. Every 1 May, the city celebrates Saint Ephisius with a great procession.
Palermo
In Palermo, the port is very close to the historic centre: the Cala, the old harbour basin, is a few minutes’ walk from the cathedral and the Capo market. Buses and taxis serve the station and the airport, and the motorway towards Messina and Catania starts on the edge of town. For an early-morning arrival, the markets open early.
Ferry Cagliari – Palermo: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Cagliari to Palermo?
About 10 to 12 hours, with a night on board. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.
How many sailings are there between Cagliari and Palermo?
Grimaldi Lines generally offers one to two sailings a week. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Cagliari to Palermo?
This page covers the crossing run by Grimaldi Lines, the Italian company Grimaldi Lines. No other company currently appears on this route in our search engine.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Cagliari and Palermo?
Generally yes: Grimaldi Lines carries passenger vehicles. Check the conditions (size, trailer, pets) before buying your ticket.
How do I book a ferry from Cagliari to Palermo?
Run a search for your dates in the engine above, compare the crossing offers and book online. Book early if you travel in July or August.
