Compare 3 ways to travel from Palermo to Messina
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 CA$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?
Palermo
- A
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy - B
Banchina Crispi
Banchina Crispi, 90133 Palermo, Italy - C
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy - D
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12C, 90139 Palermo, Italy - E
Porto
Via Calata Marinai d'Italia, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
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 Companies
A good way to travel this route is with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries. The company offers 6 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at CA$138 and the shortest trip taking about 1352. Liberty Lines Fast Ferries gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Messina by ferry
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much does a ferry ticket from Palermo to Messina cost?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Palermo to Messina start from CA$138. The average price for this ferry route is around CA$138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry journey from Palermo to Messina?
The average ferry journey 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.
Which ferry companies operate the Palermo to Messina route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 6 ferries available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Palermo to Messina?
The earliest ferry from Palermo to Messina departs at 13:30. And the latest ferry departs at 13:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry journey from Palermo to Messina?
A ferry journey from Palermo to Messina produces an estimated 43.5 kg of CO₂.
Find the cheapest prices for ferries
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Palermo to Messina was searched and found on 23 Jun 2026 with a price of CA$138To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Palermo to Messina, as early as possible.
Based on the last 2 days, you can expect to pay between CA$138 and CA$164 for a ferry ticket from Palermo to Messina. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at CA$138 on 2026-06-23.
