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Salerno to Messina Ferries

Connects ferry port Salerno on the Mainland, Tyrrhenian Sea, Italy with ferry port Messina on the island of Sicily, Tyrrhenian Sea , Italy.
This ferry route to Messina is currently served by 1 company: Caronte & Tourist. In the high season it runs 6 times per week from Salerno. In the low season it runs 6 times per week. Journey time is 9 hours. The price of a foot passanger ticket is 36 Euro.
The shortest distance from Salerno to Messina is 154 nautical miles (NM) which is 285 km or 177 miles.
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Timetables for ferry from Salerno to Messina

Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic information: Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there may be alternations of the ferry schedules. Please double-check the live updates on the ferry operators and service provider’s websites.

Timetable for January to December

Ferry route 168 run by Caronte & Tourist
Cars are permitted on board the ferry (Caronte & Tourist). Pets are permitted on board, and bikes are permitted on board.
DaysFerry DepartureFerry Arrival
Monday to Saturday14:3023:30

Route Notes

  • Route notes: 168
    The ferry crossing between Salerno and Messina with Caronte & Tourist. Up to 7 sailing weekly with a duration of 9 hours. More frequent crossings from June to September. Connecting Sicily with mainland Italy.

Map of ferry route between Salerno and Messina

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Ferry Ticket Prices

Ferry Ticket Prices For Route 168 From Salerno to Messina
TransportHigh Season / EuroLow Season / Euro
Foot Passanger36 Euro36 Euro

Please note: The ferry company holds the authority to change the crossing times. Although great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the ferry schedules on this website, it is advisable to double-check all schedules/timetables with the ferry company directly for the most up-to-date and live information.