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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Messina to Salerno
Cheapest price on Sep 09
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 09
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 09
9 h
Average journey duration on Sep 09
9 h
Ferries on Sep 09
1
Distance
284 km
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.
On Wed, Sep 09, we found 1 ferries from Messina to Salerno, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 09 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 Wed, Sep 09 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.
CARTOUR2:30 AM9h00Port of Messina11:30 AMSalerno Molo Ponente€361One-way0 transfers
- CARTOUR2:30 AM9h00Port of Messina11:30 AMSalerno Molo Ponente€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Messina to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a ferry costs an average of €43.
Distance: 153 nautical miles (284 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€43 Average price | €38 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Salerno:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Salerno costing on average €38.
A bus is €15 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Messina to Salerno costing on average €43.
Other travel options to Salerno take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 22m.
Ferry takes on average 9h 0m.
Messina to Salerno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Caronte & Tourist | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Messina to Salerno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Salerno ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARTOUR | 2:30 AM Port of Messina | 9h00 | 11:30 AM Salerno Molo Ponente | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Messina to Salerno
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Ferries from Messina to Salerno run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €11 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 8 sailings per week.
Distance 153 nautical miles (284 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
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 |
Ferry operators: Caronte & Tourist from Messina to SalernoYou can travel by ferry between Messina to Salerno with Caronte & Tourist for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Messina to Salerno
Most Messina to Salerno ferries use the Port of Messina 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.
Getting to Salerno Molo Ponente from Salerno city centre
Most popular ferries to and from Salerno and Messina
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