Ferry from Messina to Palermo: Cheap Tickets & Timetables

Compare 3 ways to travel from Messina to Palermo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just DKK 88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day
2h 45mAverage duration
192 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceDKK 88 - DKK 348Average duration2h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceDKK 158 - DKK 307Average duration2h 58m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceDKK 604 - DKK 617Average duration23h 20m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Messina to Palermo by ferry

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

  1. How much does a ferry ticket from Messina to Palermo cost?

    The cheapest ferry tickets from Messina to Palermo start from DKK 604. The average price for this ferry route is around DKK 617. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average ferry journey time from Messina to Palermo is 23h 20m, covering a distance of 193 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 17h 5m and is operated by Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.

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

    According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 5 ferries available per day.

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

    The earliest ferry from Messina to Palermo departs at 06:45. And the latest ferry departs at 18:30.

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

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

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