Ferry from Milazzo (Sicily) to Salina

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel from Milazzo to Salina in the Aeolian Islands by ferry with lower-cost ferry tickets. The ferry companies offer special discounts to children up to 11 years old.

Note: infants and children up to 3-4 years old travel for free.

The conventional and high-speed ferries traveling from Milazzo to Salina are equipped with a basic range of amenities, for a quick and relaxed journey. On most ferries, you will find seating in air-conditioned lounges and on deck, as well as a snack bar for a quick bite or drink during the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Siremar ferries that operate on the route from Milazzo (Sicily) to Salina have cabins, but the hydrofoils do not. However, onboard seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Each ferry company traveling betweeb Milazzo and Salina has its own luggage policy. More specifically:

• On Siremar ferries, each passenger can bring along 1 piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 20 kg.
• On the hydrofoils of Liberty Lines, each passenger can carry up to 10 kg of hand luggage with maximum dimensions of 60x40x20 cm. Young travelers who are entitled to discount tickets can carry up to 5 kg of luggage.

Traveling with pets

On Milazzo - Salina ferries, you can bring your pet on board, as long as you include it in the booking and pay a small fee.

Small pets should travel in a carrier or cage. As for medium- and large-sized pets, they should wear a muzzle and a leash.

On Siremar ferries, there are also special areas for passengers with pets and on-board kennels.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Milazzo to Salina:

• In the high season and on weekends, we recommend you arrive early at the port of Milazzo to avoid delays and overcrowding.
• You can travel between the 2 ports of Salina by ferry in just 10 min. Check out the Santa Marina Salina - Rinella ferry route for more info.
• From Salina, you can continue your journey in the archipelago and hop on an island-to-island Aeolian adventure.
• Salina is also connected to the province of Campania. Therefore, you can catch a ferry from Naples to Salina as well.

Where to take the ferry from Milazzo to Salina

Hydrofoils to Salina leave from the pier in Via Ammiraglio Luigi Rizzo in Milazzo, while ferries depart from the pier near Via dei Mille.

The port of Milazzo is located very close to the city center, and has various services and a paid parking lot. It is just a 6-min drive from the famous Castle of Milazzo and other beautiful attractions. 

Useful info: you can also reach the port of Milazzo from the airport of Catania (which is around 1 hr 45 min away from Milazzo), thanks to a shuttle service available all year round. 

Where does the ferry arrive in Salina?

Ferries from Milazzo arrive at the ports of Santa Marina and Rinella. The port of Santa Marina is located in the eastern part of the island and is the main port of Salina. The one in Rinella is located south and is smaller. 

You will find several shops, bars, restaurants, and rental services near both ports. You will also find taxi ranks near the docks.