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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Messina to Scilla
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18
Cheapest price on Sep 18
CHF4
Average ticket price on Sep 18
CHF4
Fastest journey on Sep 18
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
30 m
Ferries on Sep 18
3
Distance
16 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Messina to Scilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Scilla will cost around CHF4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF4.
Fast ferries
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 ferries from Messina to Scilla, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 16 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.
10:45 AM0h30Messina11:15 AMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers- 11:45 AM0h30Messina12:15 PMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 PM0h30Messina9:00 PMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers
- 11:45 AM0h30Messina12:15 PMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers
- 10:45 AM0h30Messina11:15 AMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 PM0h30Messina9:00 PMScillaCHF41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Messina to Scilla
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Messina to Scilla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of CHF4 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of CHF4, while a train costs an average of CHF10.
Distance: 8 nautical miles (16 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
CHF4 Average price Cheapest | CHF10 Average price |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Scilla is a ferry with an average price of CHF4.
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Scilla:
A ferry is CHF6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Scilla costing on average CHF10.
The fastest way to travel from Messina to Scilla is by ferry with an average journey time of 30m.
Other travel options to Scilla take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Scilla including taking a train and ferry.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Scilla among Omio's users.
Messina to Scilla Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Messina to Scilla ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Scilla ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY LINES | 5:30 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 6:00 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 6:15 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 6:45 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 7:00 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 7:30 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 7:40 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 8:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 8:05 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 8:35 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 8:40 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 9:10 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 10:00 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 10:30 AM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 11:30 AM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 12:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 12:00 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 12:30 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 1:00 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 1:30 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 2:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 2:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 3:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 3:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 4:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 4:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 5:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 5:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 6:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 5:50 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 6:20 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 6:10 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 6:40 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 7:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 8:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 8:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 9:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LIBERTY LINES | 10:30 PM Port of Messina | 0h30 | 11:00 PM Port of Reggio Calabria | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Messina to Scilla ferries with Omio?
Liberty Lines operates all ferries services from Messina to Scilla.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Messina to Scilla.
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 train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Messina to Scilla.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Messina to Scilla.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Messina to Scilla
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Ferries from Messina to Scilla run on average 17 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at CHF4 if you book in advance.
There are 17 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:20, the last at 23:20. The fastest ferry covers the 8 nautical miles (16 km) distance in 30m. There are 15 sailings per week. Ferries from Messina to Scilla 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
Distance 8 nautical miles (16 km) |
Average sailing duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF4 |
Ferries per day 17 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 15 |
Fastest ferry 30m |
First ferry 5:20 AM |
Last ferry 11:20 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 Messina to ScillaYou can travel by ferry between Messina to Scilla with Liberty Lines for as low as CHF4. 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 Liberty Lines Duration
30m
Cheapest Liberty Lines Price
CHF4
Liberty Lines frequency
20 a day
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
Complete guide to Scilla
Things to do in Scilla
Discover the best of Scilla — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Scilla trip today.
- Recommended
Sale Espositive Castello Ruffo
Castle exhibition rooms that often host temporary art and heritage displays with views over the Strait.
Museo della Pesca
Local exhibition space focused on fishing traditions, boats, and the cultural life of Chianalea’s seafaring families.
- Must visit
Via Chianalea
Picturesque seafront lane through the fishing quarter, lined with stone houses and unforgettable Strait views.
- Must visit
Marina Grande
The broad beach area below the town, popular for scenery and classic views of the castle above the sea.
- Must visit
Belvedere di Piazza San Rocco
Belvedere overlooking Chianalea and the castle, offering one of the town’s most memorable photo spots.
Involtini Di Pesce Spada
Swordfish rolls stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, and raisins, then grilled. A signature Strait of Messina seafood dish common in Scilla.
- Gluten-free
Pesce Spada Alla Griglia
Fresh swordfish simply grilled with olive oil, lemon, and oregano. It reflects Scilla's long fishing tradition and prized local catch.
Fileja Con 'Nduja
Traditional Calabrian pasta with spicy 'nduja sausage, tomato, and often pecorino. Popular across the region for its bold, fiery flavor.
Ristorante Bleu De Toi
Well-known seafood restaurant in Chianalea, valued for fresh swordfish, Calabrian classics, and romantic waterfront tables.
Ristorante Glauco
Established traditional restaurant serving local fish dishes and regional specialties in a relaxed setting near the historic fishing quarter.
Il Casato Del Pesce
Casual and popular spot for seafood, pasta, and Calabrian flavors, appreciated for its scenic position and dependable local cooking.
Euro (€)
Moderate for southern Italy: rooms rise in summer, seafood dining costs more, but local trains and simple meals stay fairly reasonable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-80 per person for seafood-focused dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
FAQs: Ferry from Messina to Scilla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Scilla 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 Scilla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Messina to Scilla can start from as little as CHF4 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Messina to Scilla is CHF4 ; 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 Messina to Scilla is 30m to travel the 9 miles (16 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 Messina to Scilla leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Messina to Scilla leaves at 11:20 PM.
Yes, there are 17 direct ferries a day from Messina to Scilla with Liberty Lines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Messina to Scilla.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Messina to Scilla.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Messina to Scilla is possible 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 to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Messina to Scilla, you can count on Liberty Lines for the best way to get you to Scilla. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Messina and Scilla and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Scilla from Messina 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 Messina to Scilla is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Scilla including taking a train and ferry.
Since both Messina and Scilla 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 ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Scilla 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 Scilla, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas and near transportation hubs. Avoid accepting unsolicited help from strangers to prevent scams involving overcharging or fake services. It's advisable to use official taxi services and keep valuables secure to reduce the risk of pickpocketing.
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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