Messina to Palermo Ferry 2026 | Compare Tickets & Book

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 R 251, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

2h 45mAverage duration

192 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 251 - R 563	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 399 - R 785	Average duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 1 808 - R 1 808	Average duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Palermo?

Messina

A
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
B
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy