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Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare di Messina (MuMe)
The city’s main museum, known for important works by Caravaggio and Antonello da Messina, plus sculpture and archaeology from the wider area.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Vulcano (Island) to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vulcano (Island) to Messina will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Vulcano (Island) for Messina on Wed, Jun 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct ferries cover the 55 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 Wed, Jun 10 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.


Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Vulcano (Island) to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $31, and a ferry costs an average of $31.
Distance: 29 nautical miles (55 km)
Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Vulcano (Island) to Messina ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 AM Vulcano (Island) | 1h30 | 7:05 AM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Vulcano (Island) to Messina run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:25, the last at 18:30. The fastest ferry covers the 29 nautical miles (55 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Vulcano (Island) to Messina are available to foot passengers.

Distance 29 nautical miles (55 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 6:25 AM |
Last ferry 6:30 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The city’s main museum, known for important works by Caravaggio and Antonello da Messina, plus sculpture and archaeology from the wider area.
Cathedral treasury displaying liturgical art, precious objects, and ecclesiastical heritage linked to Messina’s religious history.
Contemporary art space connected with the Horcynus Orca Foundation, featuring exhibitions in a more alternative cultural setting.
Messina’s central square, home to the cathedral, bell tower, and Orion Fountain; the city’s essential starting point.
A scenic viewpoint beside the Cristo Re sanctuary, widely appreciated for sunset and Strait panoramas.
The northeastern tip of Sicily, famous for sea views, beaches, and dramatic scenery where the Ionian and Tyrrhenian waters meet.
Fried rice balls stuffed with ragù, mozzarella, or butter and ham. A Sicilian street-food classic widely loved in Messina.
Messina’s traditional half-moon fried turnovers, usually filled with escarole, anchovies, toma cheese, and sometimes tomato.
A local focaccia topped with escarole, tomatoes, anchovies, and tuma cheese. It is one of the city’s signature savory foods.
Elegant established restaurant known for refined Sicilian cuisine, seafood, and polished service in central Messina.
Well-regarded traditional osteria serving Sicilian and Messina dishes in a warm, classic setting near the historic center.
Established restaurant appreciated for carefully prepared seafood and regional dishes with a more contemporary style.
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable; seafront and tourist areas cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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