The cheapest and fastest ferries from Valletta to Catania
Cheapest price
€93
Average price
€93
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Valletta to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valletta to Catania will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €93.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Valletta for Catania on Sun, Dec 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct ferries cover the 185 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 45 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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Compare flight and ferry for Valletta to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Valletta to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €72, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 99 nautical miles (185 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€88 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Valletta to Catania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Virtu Ferries | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Valletta to Catania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Valletta to Catania ferries for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 AM Valletta | 1h45 | 7:15 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:30 AM Valletta | 1h45 | 6:15 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Valletta to Catania
Ferries from Valletta to Catania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $90 (€72) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 99 nautical miles (185 km) distance in 1h 45m. There are 15 sailings per week.

Distance 99 nautical miles (185 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€72) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 15 |
Fastest ferry 1h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Ferry operators: Virtu Ferries from Valletta to CataniaYou can travel by ferry between Valletta to Catania with Virtu Ferries for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Valletta to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valletta to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Valletta to Catania
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Cafe Society (0.3km)
- Panorama Restaurant (0.5km)
- Rampila Restaurant (0.7km)
- Main companies are eCabs and Bolt.
- Free
- Bus lines 133, 130, Stop: Valletta Terminus
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