Ferry from Reggio Calabria to Messina

Tickets, prices & schedules
Ferry connections between the port of Reggio Calabria in southern Italy and the city of Messina are available all year round. Learn more about this route, the companies serving it, prices and schedules, and book online your ferry to Sicily on Ferryhopper!

On-board services and amenities

Cabins & accommodation

Given the short duration of the crossing, there are no cabins on the ferries traveling from Reggio Calabria to Messina.

Luggage

On Liberty Lines hydrofoils you can carry hand luggage with a maximum weight of 10 kg. Young people traveling with a discounted ticket are allowed to board with 5 kg luggage.

Pets on board

On the Reggio Calabria - Messina ferry route you can bring your pet on board by including it in your reservation. Keep in mind that there is usually a small fee for it.

Small pets must travel in a pet carrier or cage, while the bigger ones must be kept on a leash and be muzzled during the ferry trip to Messina.

Useful tips for your ferry trip from Reggio Calabria to Messina

  • We advise you to get to the port of Reggio Calabria well in advance, especially on weekends and in high season.
  • Keep in mind that the time of departure and arrival may vary depending on the port traffic and weather conditions.
  • Travelers with reduced mobility will have to inform the company of their specific needs during the purchase of the ticket in order to get assistance on board.
  • You can find ferries traveling to Sicily also from another Calabrian port: Villa San Giovanni. Check out the Villa San Giovanni - Messina ferry route for more info.
  • Explore our Messina travel guide and discover what to do and see in this beautiful Sicilian town!
  • From Reggio Calabria, you can also travel to the gorgeous Aeolian Islands, thanks to Liberty Lines' seasonal routes. Check the Reggio Calabria - Lipari ferries and the Reggio Calabria - Salina ferries or take a look at all available connections on our Map of ferries!

Where to take the ferry from Reggio Calabria to Messina

Liberty Lines hydrofoils traveling from Reggio Calabria to Messina depart from the pier in Via Candeloro.

In the area around the port, you will find bars, restaurants, hotels, car rentals, and private parking lots. Reggio Calabria Centrale train station is about 3 km from the port and can be reached by bus in 20 min.

How long is the ferry ride from Reggio Calabria to Messina?

The ferry trip between Reggio Calabria and Messina lasts around 30-35 min.

Reggio Calabria - Messina ferry companies

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FAQs

No, it’s not possible to board your car on the fast ferries traveling from Reggio Calabria to Messina.

If you arrive in Reggio Calabria by car, you can always use the parking lots near the port.

The distance between Reggio Calabria and Messina is 5.6 nautical miles (about 10 km).

The connections from Reggio Calabria to Messina are operated by high-speed hydrofoils.

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