Palermo to Messina Ferry 2026 | Compare Tickets & Book

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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 R 249, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

2h 45mAverage duration

191 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 249 - R 589	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 283 - R 777	Average duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 4 901 - R 4 901	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?

Palermo

A
Banchina Crispi
Banchina Crispi, 90133 Palermo, Italy
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B
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
C
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12C, 90139 Palermo, Italy
D
Porto
Via Calata Marinai d'Italia, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
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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

Ferry from Palermo to Messina: Cheap Tickets & Timetables

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Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?

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Messina

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