Messina to Salerno ferry with Caronte & Tourist

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Messina to Salerno

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 24

Cheapest price on Oct 24

€36

Average ticket price on Oct 24

€36

Fastest journey on Oct 24

9 h

Average journey duration on Oct 24

9 h

Ferries on Oct 24

1

Distance

284 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Messina to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Messina to Salerno will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.

Fast ferries

On Sat, Oct 24, we found 1 ferries from Messina to Salerno, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 24 the direct ferries cover the 284 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h .

On Sat, Oct 24 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.

  • Caronte & TouristCARTOUR
    2:00 AM9h00
    Port of Messina
    11:00 AMSalerno Molo Ponente
    €361One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Messina to Salerno

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Ferries from Messina to Salerno run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 153 nautical miles (284 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Official Omio partners on this route
Caronte & Tourist
Distance
153 nautical miles (284 km)
Average sailing duration
9h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€36
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
9h 0m
First ferry
2:00 AM
Last ferry
11:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10

Frequently asked questions about your Messina to Salerno trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Messina to Salerno.

Cheap ferry tickets from Messina to Salerno can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Messina to Salerno is €41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest ferry from Messina to Salerno leaves at 2:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Messina to Salerno leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Messina to Salerno with Caronte & Tourist. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.

Messina to Salerno Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Caronte & Tourist
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Caronte & Tourist
Departure Time
01:30AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Caronte & Tourist
Departure Time
02:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
Caronte & Tourist
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun

Live departures

Messina to Salerno ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Messina to Salerno ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, October 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

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Tickets
Caronte & TouristCARTOUR2:00 AM Port of Messina
9h00
11:00 AM Salerno Molo Ponente0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Ferry operators: Caronte & Tourist from Messina to SalernoYou can travel by ferry between Messina to Salerno with Caronte & Tourist for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Caronte & Tourist

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caronte & Tourist Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Caronte & Tourist Price
€36
Caronte & Tourist frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed with additional fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar and cafeteria service available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with dedicated spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Cabins available on longer routes, reservation required
Car on board

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Messina and Salerno

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

No, there are no cabins on ferries from Messina to Salerno.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Messina to Salerno.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Messina to Salerno is possible with . We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Messina to Salerno, you can count on Caronte & Tourist for the best way to get you to Salerno. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Messina and Salerno and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

FAQs: Ferry from Messina to Salerno

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina 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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Messina and Salerno including taking a train, bus, and ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Messina to Salerno

Most Messina to Salerno ferries use the to Salerno Molo Ponente port pair. Use this guide to compare Messina and Salerno ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Messina
Arrival ports in Salerno
Salerno Molo Ponente84121 Salerno, SA, Italy
City-centre transport

Getting to Salerno Molo Ponente from Salerno city centre

TrainRe · 4m · €1 · every ~4 min
Bus10-Sa · 3m · €3
55, 10, 11 · 7m · €1 · every ~3 min
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