Ferry from Messina to Salerno

Caronte & Tourist offers passengers a range of quality onboard services and amenities on ferries from Messina to Salerno. On board, you'll find spacious seating lounges, shops, bars, restaurants, and even children's play areas.

The crew also pays special attention to the needs of passengers with disabilities, providing assistance from boarding until arrival at the destination.

Cabins & accommodation

The ferries operating on the Messina - Salerno route offer different types of cabins: internal, external (with windows), suites, and accessible cabins.

How much luggage is allowed on the ferries?

The ferry company Caronte & Tourist allows each passenger to board with 1 luggage that does not exceed 20 kg. Children paying half-price fare are entitled to half the allowance (10 kg).

Amenities for people with disabilities

Ferries operating from Messina to Salerno are generally accessible to passengers with disabilities and reduced mobility.

Facilities on board include access ramps, reserved seating in the communal areas, and accessible restrooms.

Pets on board

On Messina - Salerno ferries, you can bring your pet on board for an additional fee. 

Dogs must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle, while other small pets must travel in a suitable pet carrier.

Before boarding, make sure you have all the necessary travel documents for your pet, such as its health certificate and EU pet passport. Don't forget to bring everything your pet might need during the journey, including food, water, and waste bags.

For more details, you can check out our comprehensive guide on traveling by ferry with pets in Italy.

• In the high season, we recommend you arrive early at the port of Messina to avoid delays.
• Check out our Salerno travel guide to plan your trip in the best possible way!
• From Salerno, you can easily travel to the Amalfi Coast and Capri. Check out the Salerno - Amalfi, Salerno - Positano or Salerno - Capri ferry routes and plan your ferry trip with ease!
• For your return journey, you can also explore the Salerno - Messina ferry route here.

Where to take the ferry from Messina to Salerno

Ferries to Salerno from the port of Messina depart from Molo Norimberga in the Falcata Area. To reach the port, take the "Messina Centro" motorway exit. Follow the signs for "Imbarchi per Salerno" ("boarding for Salerno"). 

In the port area, there are several bars, restaurants, private parking lots, car rental services, and a petrol station. Moving towards the center, you can find several shops and some of the most beautiful attractions of Messina, such as the Cathedral of Messina and the famous city fountains.

How to get to the port of Messina

• By car: from Catania, take the A18 motorway (around 1 hr 10 min), while from Palermo, take the A20 motorway (around 2 hr 30 min to 3 hr). Once you reach Messina city center, follow the signs to the ferry terminals. You'll find several parking options in the city center and near the port.
• By bus: several bus companies connect Messina with Catania, Palermo, Taormina, and Catania Airport, with stops near the central train station and the port.
• By train: Messina Centrale train station is just 600 m from the port and offers good connections to Catania, Palermo, Taormina, and Syracuse.
• By plane: Messina doesn't have an airport. The nearest airport is Catania-Fontanarossa (around 100 km away). You can reach Messina in approximately 1 hr 30 min by direct airport bus, or travel by train (changing at Catania Centrale) or taxi.

Where does the ferry arrive in Salerno?

Ferries from Messina usually arrive at Molo di Ponente in the port of Salerno.

Within the port area, you'll find various facilities and secure parking areas, while hotels and restaurants are also available nearby.

Getting around Salerno

The port of Salerno is easily accessible by both public transport and car. If you're arriving in Salerno by train, Salerno train station is about 2 km from the port, with convenient city bus and taxi connections. You can also easily reach the ferry terminal on foot from the city center.