The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lipari to Palermo
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lipari to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lipari to Palermo will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Lipari for Palermo on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 45 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.


Live departures
Lipari to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lipari to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:50 AM Lipari | 3h45 | 9:35 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lipari to Palermo
Ferries from Lipari to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:50, the last at 13:30. The fastest ferry covers the 78 nautical miles (145 km) distance in 3h 45m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Lipari to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 78 nautical miles (145 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 3h 45m |
First ferry 07:50 |
Last ferry 13:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Lipari to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Lipari to Palermo with Liberty Lines for as low as $58 (€47). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Lipari to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lipari 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Lipari, which is located around 0.4 miles (674 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Palermo, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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