The cheapest and fastest ferries from Salina to Palermo
Cheapest price
69S$
Average price
71S$
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Salina to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salina to Palermo will cost around 71S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 69S$.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Salina for Palermo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 15 Aug the direct ferries cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h .
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.
LIBERTY LINES8:35 AM3h00Port of Rinella11:35 AMPort of Palermo69 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES8:20 AM3h15Port of Santa Marina Salina11:35 AMPort of Palermo73 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES8:35 AM3h00Port of Rinella11:35 AMPort of Palermo69 S$1One-way0 changes
LIBERTY LINES8:20 AM3h15Port of Santa Marina Salina11:35 AMPort of Palermo73 S$1One-way0 changes
Salina to Palermo Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Liberty Lines | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Live departures
Salina to Palermo ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Salina to Palermo ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LIBERTY LINES | 8:20 AM Port of Santa Marina Salina | 3h15 | 11:35 AM Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
LIBERTY LINES | 8:35 AM Port of Rinella | 3h00 | 11:35 AM Port of Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Salina to Palermo
Ferries from Salina to Palermo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 72S$ if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:20, the last at 13:30. The fastest ferry covers the 74 nautical miles (138 km) distance in 3h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Salina to Palermo are available to foot passengers.

Distance 74 nautical miles (138 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price 72S$ |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 3h 0m |
First ferry 8:20 AM |
Last ferry 1:30 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Ferry operators: Liberty Lines from Salina to PalermoYou can travel by ferry between Salina to Palermo with Liberty Lines for as low as 72S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Liberty Lines
FAQs: Salina to Palermo ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salina to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Salina and Palermo
Most Salina to Palermo ferries use the Port of Santa Marina Salina to Port of Palermo port pair. Use this guide to compare Salina and Palermo ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Salina port do ferries to Palermo leave from?
Getting to Port of Santa Marina Salina from Salina city centre
Port of Santa Marina Salina is 2 km from Salina city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Santa Marina Salina port facilities and services
Port of Santa Marina Salina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Portobello (0.2km), Trattoria Cucinotta (0.3km), Da Alfredo (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Santa Marina Salina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Getting to Rinella from Salina city centre
Rinella is 1 km from Salina city centre. Public transport options include:
Rinella port facilities and services
Rinella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Gaetano (0.3km), Trattoria da Paolino (0.4km), Bar La Vela (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rinella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rinella.
