The cheapest and fastest ferries from Taormina to Salerno
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Taormina to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina to Salerno will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Taormina for Salerno every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Dec the direct ferries cover the 317 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 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 train, coach, flight and ferry for Taormina to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 171 nautical miles (317 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £42 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Taormina to Salerno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Taormina to Salerno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina to Salerno ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:30 Taormina | 9h00 | 09:30 Salerno | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Taormina to Salerno
Ferries from Taormina to Salerno run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 171 nautical miles (317 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 29 sailings per week.
Distance 171 nautical miles (317 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
FAQs: Taormina to Salerno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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