Ferry from Palermo to Vulcano

Tickets, Prices & Schedules
Ferries from Palermo to Vulcano are available only in certain months of the year with seasonal crossings. Find detailed information about the routes, timetables and ferry prices, and plan your trip to the Aeolian Islands on Ferryhopper with ease!

Discounts

Toddlers up to 3 years old can travel from Palermo to Vulcano for free but are not entitled to onboard seating. There are also discount tickets for children up to 11 years and residents of the smaller islands in Sicily.

On-board services and amenities

Cabins & accommodation

On the Palermo - Vulcano hydrofoils, there are no cabins available. Instead, onboard seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

With Liberty Lines, passengers 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.

Pets on board

On the hydrofoils of Liberty Lines, you can bring along your pet. Make sure to fill out the appropriate information as you book your tickets. A carrier or cage is required for small pets, while larger ones must have a muzzle and a leash.

Useful tips for your ferry trip to Vulcano from Palermo

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Palermo to Vulcano:

  • In high season, we recommend arriving early at the port of Palermo to avoid delays and overcrowding. The same applies to trips on weekends.
  • Once you get to Vulcano, you can explore the rest of the Aeolian Islands through island hopping! You can easily reach the islands of Panarea, Stromboli, Alicudi and Filicudi!
  • The Aeolian Islands are usually a bit more pricey in high season. To save money, we suggest you book your tickets and find accommodation in Vulcano well in advance.
  • You can travel to the island of Vulcano even in winter, as there are departures from the town of Milazzo, right across the Aeolian archipelago! Take a look at the Milazzo - Vulcano ferry route here.

Where to take the ferry from Palermo to Vulcano

Hydrofoils to Vulcano from Palermo depart from Molo Crispi. The port of Palermo offers plenty of services, such as parking lots, shuttle buses, restaurants, shops and a left-luggage office.

How long is the ferry ride from Palermo to Vulcano?

The duration of the Palermo - Vulcano ferry ride is approximately 4 hr.

Palermo - Vulcano ferry companies

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FAQs

No, you cannot bring along your vehicle on the hydrofoils that serve the Palermo - Vulcano route.

The distance between Palermo and Vulcano is 78 nautical miles (about 142 km).

The connection from the port of Palermo to that of Vulcano is operated only by fast hydrofoils that take about 4 hr to reach the island.

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