Milazzo – Vulcano
Ferries to Aeolian Islands
Milazzo – Vulcano
Ferries to Aeolian Islands
The Milazzo to Vulcano ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Milazzo to Vulcano takes approximately 50 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Milazzo to Vulcano ferry can range between 45 minutes and 1 hour 40 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 81 weekly sailings from Milazzo to Vulcano.
Liberty Lines Fast Ferries provide 10 sailings daily, 70 sailings weekly. Siremar provide 3 sailings daily, 15 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Milazzo Port at approximately 06:30 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 19:45. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Milazzo to Vulcano is with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries in 45 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Milazzo to Vulcano usually cost around $81.36.
There are currently no overnight ferries from Milazzo to Vulcano.
There are cabins available on ferries from Milazzo to Vulcano with Siremar.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Milazzo to Vulcano with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Milazzo to Vulcano ferry with Siremar.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Milazzo Vulcano ferry with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar.
Passengers travelling with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries and Siremar can bring 1 piece of luggage at no extra cost, with a maximum weight of 10 kg and maximum dimensions of 60x40x20 cm. Please do not exceed this allowance otherwise you may be charged more.
The price of a ferry from Milazzo to Vulcano can vary between $38.48 and $186.24 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $78.14, with prices ranging from $17 and $146. The average price of a car passenger is $258.33, with prices ranging from $105 and $344. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 April 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Vulcano ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Milazzo to Vulcano with Siremar.
Yes, a day trip from Milazzo to Vulcano by ferry is very convenient. High-speed hydrofoils and ferries operated by Liberty Lines and Siremar run frequently, with the journey taking just about 45 to 60 minutes. With early morning departures and multiple return options in the late afternoon and evening, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy Vulcano’s famous mud baths, black sand beaches, and volcanic crater hike before heading back to Milazzo the same day.
The best way to travel from Milazzo to Vulcano is by ferry. With 12 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Milazzo - Vulcano Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Sicily | |
| Destination Country | Aeolian Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar | |
| Average Price | $81 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 12 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 81 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 50 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 06:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 19:45 | |
| Distance | 20 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.
The Sicilian city of Milazzo is the third largest city in the Province of Messina and has a population of around 32,000. Located around 40 km from Sicily's capital, Milazzo is situated at the base of the peninsular that protrudes into the Tyrrhenian Sea. An important and popular sight in the city is the Castle of Milazzo, the building of which is believed to have been started by the Arabs and then enlarged by the Normans and restored by Frederick II. The castle's walls have round towers on them and also a 14th century Gothic portal. Other interesting sights include the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the Rock Church of St Anthony of Padua, the Sanctuary of St Francis of Paola and the Baroque Church of the Holy Crucifix.
From the port of Milazzo ferries depart to the Aeolian Islands and Naples.
The small Italian island of Vulcano lies in the Tyrrhenian Sea and is roughly 25 km off the coast of the island of Sicily. It is the southernmost of the eight islands that make up the Aeolian group of islands. The island has a number of volcanic centres, including one of four active, non-submarine, volcanoes in Italy. The most recent volcanic activity on the island was at the Gran Cratere at the top of the Fossa Cone, with the cone having grown in the Lentia Caldera in the middle of the island, and has had around 9 major eruptions in the last 6,000 years. However, since the eruption of the Fossa Cone between 1888 and 1890, which deposited around 5 meters of material on the summit, the island has been quiet. For the brave, visitors are able to walk to the crater of a volcano where you can observe smoke coming out of the ground! Apart from the volcanos the island is popular with tourists because of its hot springs which are only a short walk from the island's harbour.
