The cheapest and fastest ferries from Milazzo to Palermo
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milazzo to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milazzo to Palermo will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Milazzo for Palermo every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, 09 Nov the direct ferries cover the 165 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest ferries will take 5 h 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and train for Milazzo to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milazzo to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a ferry costs an average of £51.
Distance: 89 nautical miles (165 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milazzo to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Milazzo to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:30 Milazzo | 5h05 | 09:35 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Milazzo to Palermo
Ferries from Milazzo to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 13:30. The fastest ferry covers the 89 nautical miles (165 km) distance in 5h 5m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Milazzo to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 89 nautical miles (165 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 5h 5m |
First ferry 06:30 |
Last ferry 13:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Milazzo to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Milazzo to Palermo with Liberty Lines for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Liberty Lines
FAQs: Milazzo to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milazzo to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Milazzo, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Palermo, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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