The cheapest and fastest ferries from Milazzo to Palermo
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€56
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€56
Fastest journey on Sep 12
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
5 h 5 m
Ferries on Sep 12
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milazzo to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milazzo to Palermo will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 1 ferries from Milazzo to Palermo, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct ferries cover the 165 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 5 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.
LIBERTY LINES6:30 AM5h05Port of Milazzo11:35 AMPort of Palermo€561One-way0 transfers
LIBERTY LINES6:30 AM5h05Port of Milazzo11:35 AMPort of Palermo€561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Milazzo to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milazzo to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a ferry costs an average of €57.
Distance: 89 nautical miles (165 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milazzo to Palermo:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milazzo to Palermo costing on average €19.
A train is €42 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Milazzo to Palermo costing on average €57.
Other travel options to Palermo take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 0m.
Ferry takes on average 4h 5m.
Milazzo to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Milazzo to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Milazzo to Palermo ferries for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 6:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 5h05 | 11:35 AM Port of Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Milazzo to Palermo
Ferries from Milazzo to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 13:30. The fastest ferry covers the 89 nautical miles (165 km) distance in 5h 5m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Milazzo to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 89 nautical miles (165 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 5h 5m |
First ferry 6:30 AM |
Last ferry 1:30 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Milazzo to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Milazzo to Palermo with Liberty Lines for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Milazzo to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milazzo to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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