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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Messina to Salina
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
2
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Messina to Salina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Salina will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £26.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Messina to Salina, including 2 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 74 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:453h10Messina14:55Salina£261One-way0 changes- 10:453h10Messina13:55Salina£271One-way0 changes
- 11:453h10Messina14:55Salina£261One-way0 changes
- 10:453h10Messina13:55Salina£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Messina to Salina
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Messina to Salina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £31, while a ferry costs an average of £31.
Distance: 39 nautical miles (74 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Messina to Salina Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:45 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:05 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 13:55 | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:45 | Arrival Time 14:55 | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 17:50 | Arrival Time 21:10 | Duration 3h20 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:10 | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Messina to Salina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Salina ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 Messina | 3h10 | 13:55 Salina | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:45 Messina | 3h10 | 14:55 Salina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Messina to Salina
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Ferries from Messina to Salina run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:15, the last at 16:50. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (74 km) distance in 3h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Messina to Salina are available to foot passengers.
Distance 39 nautical miles (74 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 3h 0m |
First ferry 5:15 |
Last ferry 16:50 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Messina to SalinaYou can travel by ferry between Messina to Salina with Liberty Lines for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Liberty Lines
FAQs: Messina to Salina ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Salina by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Messina and Salina
Most Messina to Salina ferries use the Port of Messina to Port of Santa Marina Salina port pair, with some services arriving at Rinella. Use this guide to compare Messina and Salina ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Salina port do ferries from Messina arrive at?
Getting to Port of Santa Marina Salina from Salina city centre
Port of Santa Marina Salina is 2 km from Salina city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Santa Marina Salina port facilities and services
Port of Santa Marina Salina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Portobello (0.2km), Trattoria Cucinotta (0.3km), Da Alfredo (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Santa Marina Salina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Getting to Rinella from Salina city centre
Rinella is 1 km from Salina city centre. Public transport options include:
Rinella port facilities and services
Rinella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Gaetano (0.3km), Trattoria da Paolino (0.4km), Bar La Vela (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rinella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rinella.
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