- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Regionale Eoliano Luigi Bernabò Brea
Aeolian archaeology museum on Lipari with artifacts from prehistoric to classical periods; a rewarding day trip from Rinella by ferry.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milazzo to Rinella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milazzo to Rinella will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 ferries from Milazzo to Rinella, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct ferries cover the 51 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest ferries will take 50 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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Ferries from Milazzo to Rinella run on average 71 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 71 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest ferry covers the 27 nautical miles (51 km) distance in 45m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Milazzo to Rinella are available to foot passengers.


Distance 27 nautical miles (51 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Ferries per day 71 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 12:50 AM |
Last ferry 8:20 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Milazzo to Rinella.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Siremar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Milazzo to Rinella ferries for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 5:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 2h10 | 7:55 AM Port of Panarea | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h45 | 8:30 AM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 7:35 AM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h10 | 7:55 AM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 2h00 | 8:45 AM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 2h35 | 9:20 AM Port of Filicudi | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:45 AM Port of Milazzo | 3h10 | 9:55 AM Port of Alicudi | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 8:20 AM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 8:35 AM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 9:10 AM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 2h15 | 9:45 AM Port of Panarea | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h55 | 10:25 AM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 10:10 AM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 9:20 AM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 9:35 AM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 9:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 2h15 | 11:45 AM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 9:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 3h50 | 1:20 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 9:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 11:10 AM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 9:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 3h15 | 12:45 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 10:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 10:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h55 | 12:25 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 10:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 11:20 AM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 10:30 AM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 11:35 AM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 1:35 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 1:20 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 2h00 | 2:30 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 2:10 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:45 PM Port of Messina | 2h45 | 3:30 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:45 PM Port of Messina | 3h20 | 4:05 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:45 PM Port of Messina | 3h35 | 4:20 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 12:45 PM Port of Messina | 2h30 | 3:15 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h45 | 3:15 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 3h05 | 4:35 PM Port of Alicudi | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 2h30 | 4:00 PM Port of Filicudi | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 2:20 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 2:35 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 1:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 2:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h35 | 3:35 PM Port of Panarea | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 2:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h00 | 3:00 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 2:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h45 | 4:15 PM Port of Panarea | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 2:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 3:20 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 2:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 3:35 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h55 | 4:55 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 4:05 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 4:40 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:00 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 3:50 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 5:10 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 4:20 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 3:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 4:35 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 6:20 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 6:05 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 2h15 | 7:30 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h35 | 6:50 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
F. LIPPI | 5:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 6:55 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 7:35 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 8:10 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 6:30 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 7:20 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h55 | 9:10 PM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 0h50 | 8:05 PM Port of Vulcano | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h05 | 8:20 PM Port of Lipari | 0 transfersDirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 7:15 PM Port of Milazzo | 1h40 | 8:55 PM Port of Rinella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Aeolian archaeology museum on Lipari with artifacts from prehistoric to classical periods; a rewarding day trip from Rinella by ferry.
Museum in Lingua dedicated to emigration from Salina and the Aeolian Islands, with documents and stories about island departures abroad.
Section of the Lipari museum focusing on volcanic activity and geology, useful for understanding the landscape visible from Salina.
Black-sand beach and hamlet waterfront in Rinella, popular for swimming, sunsets, and watching ferries arrive beneath island cliffs.
Panoramic walking route and viewpoint area above Pollara, visited for dramatic sea cliffs and memorable sunset scenery on Salina.
Small port area of Rinella with boats, beach access, and a relaxed village atmosphere that makes it a practical and scenic walking stop.
Classic Salina capers preserved in sea salt. They season island cooking and are prized for their intense aroma from the volcanic soil and sea breeze.
Bread salad with tomatoes, onions, oregano, olive oil and salted Salina capers. A simple Aeolian summer staple shaped by local pantry ingredients.
Swordfish rolls filled with breadcrumbs, cheese, herbs and often capers, then grilled. A beloved Sicilian coastal dish common across the Aeolian Islands.
Established hotel restaurant on Salina with refined Sicilian cooking, seafood and a quieter dining setting suited to a longer meal.
Waterside restaurant in Rinella known for fresh seafood, Sicilian pasta and island views in a relaxed harbor setting.
Casual seafront spot in Rinella serving fish dishes, salads and Aeolian flavors with an easygoing local atmosphere.
Moderate for the Aeolian Islands. Lodging and ferry-linked transport can raise costs, while casual dining and coffee remain fairly typical for small Italian island destinations.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Small tips for taxis are optional; round up at cafes.
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Porto di Rinella -> Piazza Santa Marina, Santa Marina Salina
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