The cheapest and fastest ferries from Milan to Cefalù
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
20 h 15 m
Average duration
20 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
917 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milan to Cefalù is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Cefalù will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Milan for Cefalù on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct ferries cover the 917 km distance in an average of 20 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 15 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest ferries will take 20 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and ferry for Milan to Cefalù
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Cefalù among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $80, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 495 nautical miles (917 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $97 Average price |
21h 25m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milan to Cefalù ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Cefalù ferries for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 PM Milan | 21h46 | 8:45 PM Cefalù | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Milan to Cefalù
Ferries from Milan to Cefalù run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 495 nautical miles (917 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week.
Distance 495 nautical miles (917 km) |
Average sailing duration 20h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cheapest month Sep |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
FAQs: Ferry from Milan to Cefalù
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Cefalù 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 Cefalù, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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