Ferries Sicily

Sicily is the largest island of Italy and is located in the center of the Mediterranean Sea, between the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas. It is separated from the mainland by the Strait of Messina, and this beautiful region includes numerous islands and archipelagos such as the Aeolian, Egadi, Pelagie, Pantelleria and Ustica.

Sicily is a very large and varied natural area that offers visitors breathtaking landscapes: from the volcanic areas of Etna Park and the volcano of the same name, to the hills and numerous nature reserves, from the wonderful historic towns to the coasts and its beaches, which are among the most beautiful in the Mediterranean. Among the various historical, archaeological and architectural wonders of Sicily, there are many sites that have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The most important of these are the Baroque towns of Val di Noto, the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and the Arab-Norman area of Palermo, Cefalù and Monreale.

The main shipping companies offering connections to Sicily are Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV), Grimaldi Lines, Tirrenia, Corsica and Sardinia Ferries, Caronte & Tourist, Virtuferries, Siremar and Liberty Lines.

All ferry services from Sicily operate all year round from the ports of Catania, Messina, Termini Imerese and Palermo to the main ports on the Italian peninsula such as Salerno, Naples, Civitavecchia, Livorno and Genoa.

The Strait of Messina is the shortest connection between the mainland and Sicily, the ferry crossing from Sicily to Calabria (Villa San Giovanni - Messina) takes only 20 minutes. The two major Italian islands, Sicily and Sardinia, are connected by the Palermo Cagliari crossing.

Ferries to Sicily reach the French port of Toulon from Trapani and the port of Tunis from Palermo. Also from the Sicilian port of Pozzallo you can reach Malta, Valletta, all year round in a few hours. Numerous are the lines of ferries or hydrofoils that depart during the year from Sicily and its main ports to the various archipelagos and smaller islands. No vehicles can be embarked on board the hydrofoils to Sicily, but pets and luggage can be taken along and disabled passengers are also given appropriate assistance.

Passengers on board the hydrofoils to Sicily can embark their own vehicle, they can choose to sit on deck passage, in an armchair or in a cabin, and during the trip they have at their disposal various facilities such as bars, catering service, air-conditioned lounges, play areas for children, TV and shopping area.

Mr Ferry can calculate you some quotes for large groups with or without vehicle (bus, but also car or motorbike). If you are at least 10 people travelling, please ask for a special price by filling out the specific form. Our staff will contact you soon to calculate the best available offer!