The cheapest and fastest ferries from Scilla to Messina
Cheapest price
£1
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
53 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Scilla to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scilla to Messina will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £1.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Scilla for Messina every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 19 Dec the direct ferries cover the 16 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 15 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.




Live departures
Scilla to Messina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Scilla to Messina ferries for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:55 Scilla | 0h30 | 16:25 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Scilla | 1h15 | 22:00 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Scilla to Messina
Ferries from Scilla to Messina run on average 20 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 12 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 8 nautical miles (16 km) distance in 30m. There are 119 sailings per week. Ferries from Scilla to Messina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 8 nautical miles (16 km) |
Average sailing duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Ferries per day 20 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 119 |
Fastest ferry 30m |
First ferry 05:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Scilla to MessinaYou can travel by ferry between Scilla to Messina with Liberty Lines for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Scilla to Messina ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scilla to Messina 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 Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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