The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Taormina
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€56
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€56
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h
Ferries on Sep 18
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Taormina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Taormina will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Palermo to Taormina, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 172 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 5 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.
LIBERTY LINES1:30 PM5h00Port of Palermo6:30 PMPort of Milazzo€561One-way0 transfers
LIBERTY LINES1:30 PM5h00Port of Palermo6:30 PMPort of Milazzo€561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Palermo to Taormina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Taormina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. 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 €19, while a ferry costs an average of €58.
Distance: 92 nautical miles (172 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Palermo to Taormina:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Taormina costing on average €24.
A train is €39 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Palermo to Taormina costing on average €58.
Other travel options to Taormina take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Ferry takes on average 5h 1m.
Palermo to Taormina Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Palermo to Taormina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Taormina ferries for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Palermo | 5h00 | 6:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Taormina
Ferries from Palermo to Taormina run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 13:30. The fastest ferry covers the 92 nautical miles (172 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Taormina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 92 nautical miles (172 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 6:30 AM |
Last ferry 1:30 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Palermo to TaorminaYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Taormina with Liberty Lines for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Taormina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Taormina 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 Taormina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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