Mediterranean
Ferries to Italy
Compare 839 ferry routes to Italy across 17 operators, from £8.09 one way.
- 839 routes
- 101 ports
- 17 operators
Italy ferry timetable and prices
Every published route serving Italy, with real crossing times, weekly frequency and starting fares.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancona – Split | Jadrolinija and SNAV | 11h | 3 | £36.78 | £356.91 | Yes |
| Brindisi – Igoumenitsa | Grimaldi Lines | 8h 30m | 12 | £25.41 | £222.62 | Yes |
| Genoa – Palermo | Hellenic Seaways | 9h 30m | 55 | £60.54 | £277.84 | Yes |
| Split – Ancona | Jadrolinija and SNAV | 11h | 3 | £36.78 | £356.91 | Yes |
| Igoumenitsa – Brindisi | Grimaldi Lines | 8h 30m | 12 | £25.41 | £222.62 | Yes |
| Palermo – Genoa | GNV | 6h 30m | 37 | £42.65 | £163.94 | Yes |
| Barcelona – Genoa | FRS | 9h 30m | 55 | £60.67 | £278.76 | Yes |
| Naples – Palermo | Seajets | 10h 40m | 62 | £67.53 | £329.58 | Yes |
| Genoa – Barcelona | Seajets | 10h 30m | 61 | £66.68 | £323.06 | Yes |
| Genoa – Ajaccio | Krilo Fast Ferries | 8h 55m | 51 | £56.90 | £252.50 | Yes |
| Naples – Cagliari | Krilo Fast Ferries | 9h | 51 | £57.49 | £256.53 | Yes |
| Ancona – Igoumenitsa | Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines | 15h | 11 | £61.27 | £490.28 | Yes |
| Igoumenitsa – Ancona | Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines | 15h | 11 | £61.27 | £490.28 | Yes |
Sailing information for ferries to Italy
There are 839 ferry routes to and from Italy, connecting 101 ports and operated by Jadrolinija, SNAV, Grimaldi Lines, Hellenic Seaways, GNV and FRS. Fares start from £8.09 on the Tunis to Genoa crossing.
The quickest way to reach Italy by sea is Genoa to Golfo Aranci, which takes just 45m. Longer overnight crossings usually work out cheaper per mile and save you a night's accommodation.
Compare every operator sailing to Italy in one search. We show the full price including your vehicle, so what you see is what you pay.
How long is the ferry to Italy?
Crossing times vary widely by route. The quickest is Genoa to Golfo Aranci at around 45m. Longer overnight sailings take considerably more time but include a cabin, which often works out cheaper than a crossing plus a hotel.
Italy ferry operators
Jadrolinija, SNAV, Grimaldi Lines, Hellenic Seaways, GNV, FRS, Seajets and Krilo Fast Ferries and 9 others serve Italy. Each sets its own fares and timetable, so comparing them side by side is the single most reliable way to cut the cost of the crossing.
- Jadrolinija
- SNAV
- Grimaldi Lines
- Hellenic Seaways
- GNV
- FRS
- Seajets
- Krilo Fast Ferries
- Blue Star Ferries
- Anek Lines
Italy ferry ports
There are 101 ferry ports in Italy. The busiest are listed below, each with a full guide to check-in, parking and onward travel.
- Ferry to Naples, 68 routes
- Ferry to Genoa, 29 routes
- Ferry to Ancona, 20 routes
- Ferry to Brindisi, 18 routes
Can you take a car on the ferry to Italy?
Yes. 518 of the 839 routes serving Italy carry vehicles. Tick “taking a vehicle” when you search and every fare shown will already include your car, so the comparison is like for like.
When is the cheapest time to sail to Italy?
Fares track demand rather than a fixed price list. Midweek departures and the first sailing of the day are consistently cheaper, while July and August weekends carry the largest premium. Booking six or more weeks ahead typically saves 30–50% against the same sailing booked in the final week.
Ferries to Italy: common questions
How many ferry routes are there to Italy?
There are 839 ferry routes serving Italy across 17 operators.
What is the fastest ferry to Italy?
The fastest crossing is Genoa to Golfo Aranci at around 45m.
What is the cheapest ferry to Italy?
The lowest fares are usually on Tunis to Genoa, from £8.09 one way. Booking early and travelling midweek keeps prices down.
Which is the busiest route to Italy?
Naples to Palermo is the most frequent, with about 62 sailings a week, roughly 9 times a day.
Can I take my car on a ferry to Italy?
Yes. 518 of the 839 routes to Italy carry vehicles. Add your car at the search stage and the prices shown will include it.
Do I need a passport to travel to Italy by ferry?
For international crossings, yes. Every passenger needs a valid passport, and you should check visa and biometric border requirements before travelling. Domestic routes normally require photo ID only.
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Popular routes
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