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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Reggio Calabria
The city’s flagship museum, best known for the Riace Bronzes and major collections from Magna Graecia. It is the essential stop for understanding the ancient history of Calabria.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lipari to Reggio Calabria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lipari to Reggio Calabria will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Lipari for Reggio Calabria on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct ferries cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 25 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.
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LIBERTY LINES| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h55 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
The table below shows live departures for Lipari to Reggio Calabria ferries for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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LIBERTY LINES | 3:55 PM Port of Lipari | 1h55 | 5:50 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Lipari to Reggio Calabria run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (73 km) distance in 2h 25m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Lipari to Reggio Calabria are available to foot passengers.

Distance 39 nautical miles (73 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 2h 25m |
First ferry 6:10 AM |
Last ferry 7:10 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Reggio Calabria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Reggio Calabria trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, best known for the Riace Bronzes and major collections from Magna Graecia. It is the essential stop for understanding the ancient history of Calabria.
A small specialist museum dedicated to bergamot, the citrus fruit strongly associated with Reggio Calabria. It offers a distinctive local perspective and is a favorite for niche cultural visits.
Exhibition spaces inside the Aragonese Castle often host cultural displays and temporary shows. It combines museum-style content with one of the city’s most recognizable monuments.
The city’s signature waterfront promenade, famous for sea views toward Sicily and Mount Etna on clear days. It is the essential walking area in Reggio Calabria and highly popular at sunset.
The main central shopping and strolling street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and everyday city life. It is a practical and atmospheric route through the heart of Reggio Calabria.
One of the city’s principal squares, surrounded by civic architecture and close to key central sights. It is a natural stop when walking between the waterfront and the historic center.
A classic Strait of Messina swordfish dish cooked with tomatoes, olives, capers, and onion. It is one of the most iconic local seafood preparations in Reggio Calabria.
Stockfish slowly cooked with tomatoes, potatoes, olives, and herbs. It is a celebrated Calabrian specialty strongly associated with the province and inland traditions near Reggio.
Stuffed eggplants baked with breadcrumbs, cheese, and aromatic herbs, sometimes with tomato. A traditional southern home-style dish commonly found in the Reggio area.
A well-regarded restaurant in Reggio Calabria known for refined Calabrian cooking, seafood, and a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.
An established local spot appreciated for traditional Calabrian dishes, seafood, and a classic trattoria feel suited to a relaxed meal.
A known dining venue offering regional cuisine and seafood in a comfortable setting, popular for authentic flavors and generous portions.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while seafront dining and hotels cost more in peak summer.
Service is often included or minimal. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for great service is appreciated.
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