Catania to Tropea ferry with Liberty Lines

Wed, May 27
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Catania to Tropea

Showing times and prices for May 27

Cheapest price

$4

Average price

$5

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

30 m

Ferries per day

19

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Catania to Tropea will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.

Fast ferries

Of the 19 ferries that leave Catania for Tropea on Wed, May 27, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, May 27 the direct ferries cover the 148 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .

On Wed, May 27 the slowest ferries will take 30 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 LinesLIBERTY LINES
    8:15 AM0h30
    Port of Messina
    8:45 AMPort of Reggio Calabria
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES
    12:45 PM0h30
    Port of Messina
    1:15 PMPort of Reggio Calabria
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES
    6:15 AM0h30
    Port of Messina
    6:45 AMPort of Reggio Calabria
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES
    8:40 AM0h30
    Port of Messina
    9:10 AMPort of Reggio Calabria
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES
    10:00 AM0h30
    Port of Messina
    10:30 AMPort of Reggio Calabria
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and ferry for Catania to Tropea

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania to Tropea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 79 nautical miles (148 km)

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Driving

$5

Average price

Cheapest

$26

Average price

$22

Average price

$25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

31m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

4h 4m

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30m

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3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 30m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

-

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Catania to Tropea is a ferry with an average price of $5 (€4).

This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Tropea:

A ferry is $18 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Catania to Tropea costing on average $22 (€18).

A ferry is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania to Tropea costing on average $26 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from Catania to Tropea is by ferry with an average journey time of 31m.

Other travel options to Tropea take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 7m.

Train takes on average 4h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Catania and Tropea including taking a bus, train, and ferry.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Catania to Tropea among Omio's users.

Catania to Tropea Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
10:30AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:30PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
08:45AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
08:05AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
08:40AM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
06:45AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
01:15PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
06:00AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
06:30PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Liberty Lines
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
0h30
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun

Live departures

Catania to Tropea ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Catania to Tropea ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES5:30 AM Port of Messina
0h30
6:00 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES6:15 AM Port of Messina
0h30
6:45 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES7:00 AM Port of Messina
0h30
7:30 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES7:40 AM Port of Messina
0h30
8:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES8:15 AM Port of Messina
0h30
8:45 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES8:40 AM Port of Messina
0h30
9:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES10:00 AM Port of Messina
0h30
10:30 AM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES11:30 AM Port of Messina
0h30
12:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES12:45 PM Port of Messina
0h30
1:15 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES1:00 PM Port of Messina
0h30
1:30 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES1:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
2:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES2:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
3:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES3:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
4:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES4:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
5:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES5:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
6:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES6:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
7:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES7:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
8:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES8:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
9:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect
Liberty LinesLIBERTY LINES10:30 PM Port of Messina
0h30
11:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Catania to Tropea ferries with Omio?

Liberty Lines operates all ferries services from Catania to Tropea.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Catania to Tropea.

Why book with Omio vs Liberty Lines?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Liberty Lines with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Catania to Tropea.

Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Catania to Tropea.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Catania to Tropea

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Ferries from Catania to Tropea run on average 18 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 16 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest ferry covers the 79 nautical miles (148 km) distance in 30m. There are 112 sailings per week. Ferries from Catania to Tropea are available to foot passengers.

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
Official Omio partners on this route
Liberty Lines
Distance
79 nautical miles (148 km)
Average sailing duration
31m
Cheapest ticket price
$4 (€4)
Ferries per day
18
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
112
Fastest ferry
30m
First ferry
5:01 AM
Last ferry
11:20 PM
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 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

Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Catania to TropeaYou can travel by ferry between Catania to Tropea with Liberty Lines for as low as $4 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Liberty Lines

About
Liberty Lines, an Italian ferry operator founded in 1993, specializes in high-speed vessels, offering a range of classes from economy to premium. Their fleet includes hydrofoils and catamarans, equipped with modern amenities such as air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, and spacious seating areas. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including standard seats, cabins, and vehicle transport options. Liberty Lines is renowned for its top routes, connecting Sicily with the Aeolian Islands, the Aegadian Islands, and the Pelagie Islands, making it a popular choice for travelers seeking efficient and comfortable maritime transport in the Mediterranean.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
30m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€4)
Additional luggage
One piece of hand luggage included. Additional luggage subject to fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar and vending machines available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels available, assistance for boarding and disembarking
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Must be booked in advance, subject to availability
Car on board
Learn more about Liberty Lines

Complete guide to Tropea

Things to do in Tropea

Discover the best of Tropea — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tropea trip today.

  • Recommended

MuSaBa - Parco Museo Santa Barbara

Not in Tropea itself but a notable regional art destination known for contemporary works and an unusual open-air museum setting.

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Museo Archeologico Statale Vito Capialbi

Archaeological museum in nearby Vibo Valentia with finds from ancient Calabria, useful for understanding the wider historical context of Tropea.

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Museo Diocesano di Tropea

Small diocesan museum with sacred art, liturgical objects, and works tied to the religious history of Tropea and its cathedral.

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Euro

Moderate overall. Cafes and casual meals are affordable, while seafront dining and summer stays cost more.

Average meal costs

Budget
EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
EUR 20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
EUR 50-90 per person at upscale seafood restaurants.
Coffee
EUR 1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is enough; 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.

FAQs: Ferry from Catania to Tropea

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Tropea 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 Tropea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Catania to Tropea can start from as little as $4 (€4) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Catania to Tropea is $5 (€4) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Catania to Tropea is 30m to travel the 91 miles (148 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Catania to Tropea leaves at 5:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Catania to Tropea leaves at 11:20 PM.
Yes, there are 16 direct ferries a day from Catania to Tropea with Liberty Lines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Catania to Tropea.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Catania to Tropea.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Catania to Tropea is possible with with Liberty Lines. 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 book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Catania to Tropea, you can count on Liberty Lines for the best way to get you to Tropea. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Catania and Tropea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Tropea from Catania is worth doing with a journey time of 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Catania to Tropea is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Catania and Tropea including taking a bus, train, and ferry.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Tropea are:
  • Santa Maria dell'Isola, a picturesque monastery perched on a rocky cliff offering panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea
  • Tropea Beach, a stunning sandy beach known for its crystal-clear waters and dramatic cliffs
  • Tropea's Historic Center, a charming area with narrow streets, historic buildings, and vibrant local shops
  • Cathedral of Tropea, a 12th-century Norman cathedral featuring impressive architecture and religious artifacts
  • Corso Vittorio Emanuele, a lively main street lined with cafes, restaurants, and boutiques perfect for strolling and people-watching.
The best things to do in Tropea include:
  • Explore Tropea's Old Town, a charming area with narrow streets, local shops, and traditional Italian architecture
  • Discover the Tropea Onion Museum, dedicated to the region's famous sweet red onions and their culinary uses
  • Taste local cuisine, including 'nduja and fresh seafood, at one of the town's many authentic Italian restaurants
  • Take a boat tour to explore the nearby Aeolian Islands, offering stunning views and unique volcanic landscapes
  • Enjoy a sunset aperitivo at a seaside bar, soaking in the beautiful views of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Since both Catania and Tropea are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Catania to Tropea among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Tropea, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on the beach. Beware of overpriced taxi rides or unofficial transportation services. It's important to safeguard belongings and use authorized vendors to avoid scams. Overall, Tropea is relatively safe, but staying alert helps ensure a smooth visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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