Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry Departures, check-in and offers
Villa San Giovanni Messina ferries are a ferry service that connects Calabria with Sicily, crossing the Strait of Messina. Villa San Giovanni is an historic landmark port and a key hub for connections across the Strait. This link is essential for commuters, tourists, and merchants who want to reach the two regions without having to go around the peninsula. Ferries from Villa San Giovanni to Messina are operated by the ferry company Caronte&Tourist.
From Calabria to Sicily, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, with 168 daily runs, ferries sail constantly. The crossing lasts about 20 minutes.For those travelling without an accompanying vehicle, an alternative route is the Reggio Calabria Messina hydrofoil service, which operates all year round and gets you there in 35 minutes, departing only during the day.
Check-in and boarding
With the e-ticket you received from MrFerry, you won't have to waste time at check-in! There is a QR code on the ticket that you will scan at the boarding dock without having to go through the ticket counter.
Rates, prices and offers
Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry tickets can only be booked with MrFerry if travelling with a vehicle.
Caronte&Tourist offers 4 types of tickets:
ONE WAY, includes a single route.
DAILY, includes a round-trip ticket on the same day.
SUPER, includes a round-trip ticket with open return within 3 days of the departure date.
ROUND TRIP 90, includes a round-trip ticket with return open within 90 days of departure date.
Please Note : Up to 5 passengers, regardless of their age, do not pay and the fare applies to the vehicle only.
Choose your travel dates and MrFerry will calculate the correct rate for you! Any discounts and promotions are always applied to ensure you get the best rate!
Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry On board services
♿ P.M.R – Persons with disabilities and with reduced mobility
The Reduced Mobility passenger and his or her companion must present themselves at the ticket office declaring their needs and the staff in charge will promptly notify the On-board Command of their presence which will send one/two qualified persons with P.M.R. certificates to assist them at the ship's access door. The car, it will be parked at the designated deck in a special stall and the P.M.R will be assisted by the staff in charge during the disembarkation and will be given top priority for disembarkation.
🚗 Vehicles
On Villa San Giovanni Messina ferries, vehicles are boarded on each run on each of the 9 ferries provided by the company on this specific route. You can board you car, motorbike or camper. If you're traveling with a truck for work or to transport personal items, you can make reservations with MrFerry in minutes! The van must have a maximum length of 4.50mt and be windowless.
🐾 Pets
Ferries do not have on-board kennels. Your pet can travel with you and stay inside the vehicle or on the outside deck. Do not forget to bring your pet’s medical documention and keep it on a leash the all trip.
💺 Accommodation, food and entertainment
The ferries traveling on the Strait of Messina have no on-board accommodations. You can travel while remaining comfortably seated in your car, on the outside deck, or hang out in the bar area. Bar, restrooms and children's play area are available on board the ferries.
How to book Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry with MrFerry
With MrFerry you can book your ferry ticket easily and in minutes. Thanks to our simple and intuitive booking system, all you have to do is choose the date and time you want to travel and MrFerry will show you all the best deals! To confirm your reservation, you can securely send your payment and receive your ticket directly via email, WhatsApp and the official MrFerry app. Pack your luggage and enjoy the journey!
