The cheapest and fastest ferries from Panarea to Messina
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Panarea to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Panarea to Messina will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Panarea for Messina on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 64 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 3 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.




Live departures
Panarea to Messina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Panarea to Messina ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 AM Panarea | 3h15 | 10:30 AM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Panarea to Messina
Ferries from Panarea to Messina run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. 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 06:45, the last at 18:50. The fastest ferry covers the 34 nautical miles (64 km) distance in 3h 15m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Panarea to Messina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 34 nautical miles (64 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 3h 15m |
First ferry 06:45 |
Last ferry 18:50 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Panarea to MessinaYou can travel by ferry between Panarea to Messina with Liberty Lines for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Panarea to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Panarea to Messina 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 Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Panarea, which is located around 0.1 miles (227 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Messina, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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