Ferry to Messina
Compare prices, find cheap ferry crossings to Messina and book your ticket with Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare, Caronte & Tourist
Ferry to Messina
Do you want to take a ferry to Messina? Looking for information and ferry tickets to Messina? Vivanoda helps you find the best deals on ferries to Messina from all 12 ports including Reggio Calabria, Salerno, Stromboli, Vulcano, Villa San Giovanni, Lipari, Panarea and Filicudi. There are a total of 11 ferry routes operated by Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare and Caronte & Tourist.
The Caronte & Tourist, Metromare, Meridiano Lines and Liberty Lines lines to Messina have a frequency of about 16 crossings a day.
The longest crossing is about 9 hrs. on the Salerno - Messina route (178 mi away) and the fastest on the Stromboli - Messina route (46 mi away) with a duration of 1 hrs. 30 min.
Statistics of the ferry port of Messina
Recommended ferry routes to Messina
Here are the fastest and longest popular ferry routes to Messina and those with the highest frequency of crossings.
Tips for cheaper and better ferry travel to Messina
You will make the right choice by choosing the ferry to Messina. This means of transportation has undeniable advantages: comfortable, relaxing, economical.... Here are some tips to save money on your ferry crossing to Messina and travel in the best conditions:
All ferry crossings to Messina port
What better way to start your trip to Messina than with a ferry crossing? Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare and Caronte & Tourist ferries to Messina offer a comfortable and affordable alternative for travelers who want to avoid the long queues and tedious boarding procedures at airports. Moreover, you can take your car or motorcycle on board, allowing you to explore Messina and its surroundings in complete freedom as soon as you arrive.
With a wide choice of ferry companies and routes from Reggio Calabria, Salerno, Stromboli, Vulcano, Villa San Giovanni or Lipari to Messina, use our fare comparison platform to find the best deals on ferries to Messina for your budget and preferences. All you have to do is search!
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Liberty Lines7 mi
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Meridiano Lines7 mi -
Metromare7 mi
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Caronte & Tourist5 crossings a week9 hrs.178 mi
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Liberty Lines14 crossings a week1 hrs. 30 min46 mi
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Liberty Lines14 crossings a week1 hrs. 30 min37 mi
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Caronte & Tourist4 mi
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Metromare4 mi
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Liberty Lines4 crossings a day1 hrs. 30 min39 mi
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Liberty Lines14 crossings a week2 hrs. 10 min41 mi
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Liberty Lines60 mi
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Liberty Lines3 crossings a day2 hrs. 20 min46 mi
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Liberty Lines70 mi
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Liberty Lines14 crossings a week2 hrs. 20 min47 mi
Where is the ferry terminal in Messina?
FAQs about Ferries to Messina
To travel to Messina by ferry, you can depart from 12 ports in 1 countries: Reggio Calabria, Salerno, Stromboli, Vulcano, Villa San Giovanni, Lipari, Panarea and Filicudi.
Ferry services to Messina are operated by 4 ferry companies: Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare and Caronte & Tourist
Ferry schedules to Messina can vary significantly depending on the time of year and ferry company (Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare or Caronte & Tourist). We strongly recommend that you search for timetables on Vivanoda.
It depends on the route you want to take. The shortest crossing on the Stromboli - Messina route takes 1 hrs. 30 min, while the longest crossing from Salerno - Messina takes almost 9 hrs..
The price of a ferry to Messina varies greatly depending on whether you travel by car, on foot or by bike and the time of year. Vivanoda helps you find the best deals from Liberty Lines, Meridiano Lines, Metromare and Caronte & Tourist to Messina.
When to take the ferry to Messina?
The best season to travel in Italy depends on your personal preferences. If you like sun and warmth, summer is the ideal time for you. The months of June to August offer high temperatures ranging from 25°C to 35°C in the southern regions of the country. However, temperatures can climb to 40°C in certain regions such as Sicily and Calabria. Italy's beaches are crowded during this period, so expect high tourist numbers.
If you prefer milder temperatures and avoid the crowds, spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are good seasons to visit Italy. Temperatures are pleasant, fluctuating between 15°C and 25°C, and the landscapes are magnificent, with flowers blooming in spring and changing leaves in autumn.
Discover the country from Messina port
Your choice of ferry company will depend on your point of departure and your destination in Italy. The main ferry companies in Italy are Moby, Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines, Corsica Ferries and SNAV. They all offer regular crossings to the main Italian destinations such as Naples, Venice, Sicily and Sardinia. It is important to book your ferry ticket in advance, especially during the high tourist season, to avoid the inconvenience of not having a seat available.
As for the ports, Italy has many ports where ferry companies operate. Among the most important are the ports of Genoa, Livorno, Civitavecchia, Naples and Venice. These ports have many facilities for travelers, such as cafes, restaurants, stores and parking lots.
Discover the region from Messina
If you're looking to visit Sicily by ferry, there are several ferry companies to choose from, such as Grandi Navi Veloci, Tirrenia, Siremar, Grimaldi Lines and many others. Schedules and ticket prices vary depending on the season and the company chosen, so it is recommended to check schedules and fares before planning your trip.
Arrival ports in Sicily also offer regular connections to the Aeolian Islands and other destinations in southern Italy, such as Naples, Salerno and Reggio Calabria. In addition, ferries are often equipped with services such as restaurants, stores and game rooms, making the trip more enjoyable.
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