Villa San Giovanni – Messina
Ferry to Sicily
Villa San Giovanni – Messina
Ferry to Sicily
You can get a ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina. Ferries from Villa San Giovanni to Messina are available all year round.
With around 54 daily and 375 weekly sailings, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Villa San Giovanni to Messina first ferry: departs Villa San Giovanni at 00:00.
Villa San Giovanni to Messina last ferry: departs Villa San Giovanni at around 22:40.
Bear in mind that Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry timetable before you book.
How long the Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry is depends on whether you’re travelling on a Villa San Giovanni Messina fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry duration is usually around 20 minutes on average.
Average Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry time: 20 minutes
The fastest ferries from Villa San Giovanni to Messina take 20 minutes.
Ferries from Villa San Giovanni to Messina are provided by 1 ferry company; Caronte & Tourist with 54 daily and 375 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Villa San Giovanni ferry to Messina runs all year round
Caronte & Tourist: 54 daily sailings and 375 weekly sailings
The Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry price can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in.
Average Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry cost: £55.86
Villa San Giovanni to Messina distance: approximately 5.3 miles (8.5km) or 5 nautical miles.
With an average crossing time of 20 minutes, you can do a Villa San Giovanni to Messina day trip.
Yes, you can get the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina with a car.
Car operators: Caronte & Tourist
Car prices: usually between £37 and £77
Cheapest car price: around £35
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry.
Villa San Giovanni Messina foot passenger ferries: Caronte & Tourist
Foot passenger price: usually between £4 and £16
Cheapest foot passenger price: around £4
Yes, you can take your camper on the Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry.
Camper prices: usually between £50 and £97
Cheapest camper price: around £48
Here's everything you need to know about taking your pet on the Villa San Giovanni to Messina boat.
Unfortunately pets are not allowed on the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina.
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Messina is an Italian city and is sometimes referred to as 'the door of Sicily' and lies on the Strait of Messina in the north east of Sicily. The city's port has played an important role in the city's growth and fortunes and supports tourism for the city and surrounding area and is also home to commercial and military shipyards. Since 1548, Messina has been a Roman Catholic Archdiocese and Archimandrite and is also home to the University of Messina which was founded in 1548 by Ignatius of Loyola. A popular tourist attraction in the city is the 12th century cathedral which guards the remains of King Conrad who was ruler of Germany and Sicily during the 13th century. Following a huge earthquake in 1908 the cathedral had to be almost completely rebuilt between 1919-1920 and then again in 1943 following a fire that was caused by Allied bombing during the Second World War.
Ferry services from Messina operate to one of two ports in Calabria (Villa San Giovanni and Reggio Calabria) or on a longer ferry ride to Salerno, just south of Naples.
We recommend booking in advance to find the cheapest ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina. Messina to Messina ferry prices vary depending on the season you’re travelling in. Most Messina to Villa San Giovanni ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re travelling from Villa San Giovanni to Messina by boat in summer it’s always best to make your Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry booking in advance. Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the cheapest ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Villa San Giovanni Messina ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry booking.
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're getting the Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry with luggage, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
Caronte & Tourist: 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 20kg. Children with half-fare tickets can bring luggage up to 10kg.
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the ferry between Villa San Giovanni and Messina. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the Villa San Giovanni to Messina boat differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Caronte & Tourist: Relaxation areas and modern seating on board
Yes, the ferries from Villa San Giovanni to Messina are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
Caronte & Tourist: Passengers with reduced mobility can request free assistance. There are also seats dedicated to wheelchairs on board.
It all depends on the ferry company you are travelling with. In general, we recommend arriving at Villa San Giovanni port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Villa San Giovanni Messina tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Villa San Giovanni to Messina ferry booking should be in your confirmation email.
Caronte & Tourist: passengers with vehicles should check in at least 2 hours before departure. Foot passengers should check in at least 1 hour before departure.
Yes, parking is available at Villa San Giovanni ferry port.
By car: Take the Salerno-Reggio Calabria motorway (A2) and follow signs for 'Imbarchi per la Sicilia'.
By train: You can get a train to Villa San Giovanni from various Italian cities. Once you arrive at Villa San Giovanni train station, the port is just a short walk away.
By foot: The ferry port is located close to the city centre. You can walk from the centre to the port in less than 10 minutes.
Ferries to Messina will take you to northeastern Sicily. Messina ferry port is located in Messina city centre. You can walk from the port to the train station in around 5 minutes. Local buses also operate services from the port to the city centre and surrounding areas.
If you're travelling by car, standard speed limits in Italy are as follows:
Built-up areas: 50 km/h or 31mph
Outside built-up areas: 90km/h or 55mph
Dual carriageways: 110km/h or 68mph
Motorways: 130km/h or 80mph
