The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lipari to Messina
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lipari to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lipari to Messina will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Lipari for Messina on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct ferries cover the 60 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest ferries will take 3 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.


Lipari to Messina Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Lipari to Messina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lipari to Messina ferries for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:15 PM Lipari | 3h15 | 7:30 PM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lipari to Messina
Ferries from Lipari to Messina run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:10, the last at 18:30. The fastest ferry covers the 32 nautical miles (60 km) distance in 1h 45m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Lipari to Messina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 32 nautical miles (60 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 1h 45m |
First ferry 06:10 |
Last ferry 18:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Lipari to MessinaYou can travel by ferry between Lipari to Messina with Liberty Lines for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Liberty Lines
FAQs: Ferry from Lipari to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lipari 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Lipari, which is located around 0.2 miles (293 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Messina, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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