Palermo to Messina Ferry: Cheap Tickets & Schedules

Compare 3 ways to go from Palermo to Messina

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
2h 45mAverage Duration
192 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceMAD 142 - MAD 328Average Duration2h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average PriceMAD 158 - MAD 441Average Duration2h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Average PriceMAD 891 - MAD 891Average Duration23h
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Messina by ferry

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the ferry ticket from Palermo to Messina?

    The cheapest ferry tickets from Palermo to Messina start at MAD 891. The average price for this ferry route is about MAD 891. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ferry ride from Palermo to Messina?

    The average ferry travel time from Palermo to Messina is 23h, covering a distance of 193 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 8h and is operated by Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.

  3. Which ferry companies serve the Palermo to Messina route?

    According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 6 ferries available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Palermo to Messina?

    The earliest ferry from Palermo to Messina departs at 1:30pm. And the latest ferry departs at 1:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Palermo to Messina?

    A ferry journey from Palermo to Messina produces an estimated 43.5 kg of CO₂.

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