The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Ustica (Island)
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Ustica (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Ustica (Island) will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Palermo for Ustica (Island) on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct ferries cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 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.




Palermo to Ustica (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Palermo to Ustica (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Ustica (Island) ferries for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 2:00 PM Port of Palermo | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Port of Ustica | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Ustica (Island)
Ferries from Palermo to Ustica (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest ferry covers the 36 nautical miles (68 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Ustica (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 36 nautical miles (68 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 06:30 |
Last ferry 18:00 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Palermo to Ustica (Island)You can travel by ferry between Palermo to Ustica (Island) with Liberty Lines for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Liberty Lines
FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Ustica (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Ustica (Island) 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 Ustica (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palermo, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Ustica, located 2.9 miles (4.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Palermo to Ustica (Island)
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Schiticchio (0.3km)
- Ristorante da Umberto (0.5km)
- Ristorante Giulia (0.7km)
- Book in advance with Freenow.
- Free
- Bus Line 389, Ustica Stop
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