Ferry Messina – Salerno
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Messina – Salerno with Caronte & Tourist
Messina – Salerno takes you back to Campania in about nine hours. Caronte & Tourist offers several sailings a week, more in summer: check the dates open.
On the Salerno line the crossing lasts several hours: the ship has lounges and catering areas, and you can get some air on the outdoor decks.
In Salerno, the station is close to the port for trains to Naples and Rome. Arrive with a margin and keep your papers to hand.
Messina – Salerno at a glance
- Company Caronte & Tourist
- Crossing time about 9 hours
- Sailings several sailings a week, more in summer
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board lounges, bar or catering, outdoor decks
Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.
Messina
Messina is the gateway to Sicily, on the strait that separates it from Calabria. Its cathedral houses one of the largest astronomical clocks in the world, and the Fountain of Orion adorns the nearby square. The port is very close to the centre: report for boarding at the time shown on your ticket.
Salerno
Ferries from Sicily dock at Salerno, in the commercial port next to the town centre. The station, with trains to Naples and Rome, is close to the port, and the motorway to Naples allows a quick start. Keep your papers to hand for the check on arrival.
Ferry Messina – Salerno: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Messina to Salerno?
About 9 hours at sea. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.
How many sailings are there between Messina and Salerno?
Caronte & Tourist generally offers several sailings a week, more in summer. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Messina to Salerno?
Caronte & Tourist, the Italian company Caronte & Tourist, is the company running this crossing in our selection.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Messina and Salerno?
Generally yes: Caronte & Tourist carries passenger vehicles. Check the conditions (size, trailer, pets) before buying your ticket.
How do I book a ferry from Messina to Salerno?
Run a search for your dates in the engine above, compare the crossing offers and book online. Book early if you travel in July or August.
