Naples – Lipari
Ferries to Aeolian Islands
Naples – Lipari
Ferries to Aeolian Islands
Connecting the city of Naples on the coast of Italy with the island of Lipari within the Aeolian Islands, this ferry route connects the mainland of Italy with the perfect holiday getaway. From the city of Naples, the largest city in southern Italy, and home to countless sights, including dazzling views of the Bay of Naples, as well as of Vesuvius and the many historical monuments scattered across this town, to the island of Lipari, which is the largest of the Aeolian Islands, and has incredible landscapes across the island thanks to its volcanic origins, as well as more humble villages, where you can see the local culture up close. With up to 13 ferries running per week on this route, provided by 2 ferry operators, there are plenty of ferries to choose from on this route, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.
Naples to Lipari sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.
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| Naples - Lipari Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | SNAV & Siremar | |
| Average Price | $150* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 7h 31m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 6h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 20:00 | |
| Distance | 143 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
You can get a whole variety of different ferries from Naples, as this port connects a whole number of different islands to the mainland of Italy, such as Sicily, Sardinia, and the Aeolian Islands, as well as to other ports in Italy, such as Sorrento. With up to 358 sailings a week to a multitude of destinations, there is no limit to where you can go from Naples.
Yes, you certainly can travel to Capri from Naples, as this is one of our most popular routes from Naples, and indeed runs 8 times a day. Indeed, this ferry only take about 45 minutes, so it is not only the most popular ferry, but one of the quickest and most regular ferries available from Naples.
As there are such a large number of different destinations you can reach from Naples by ferry, there is no one specific length of time that a ferry can take. Indeed, sail times can range from anywhere between 35 minutes, to 4 and a half hours, to even 11 and a half hours, so to find our how long your precise route will take, please visit the dedicated route page.
Out of all of the operators that work on the different routes from Naples, only one uses hydrofoil ferries to travel, and that is Liberty Lines Fast Ferries, which operates between Naples and the island of Ustica. For all other ferries from Naples, they are all catamarans of different sizes and hulls, but with the same shape and roughly similar speed, so the if you wish to ride a hydrofoil, then be sure to travel with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.
The largest of the Aeolian Islands, an island group off the west coast of Sicily, Lipari is a volcanic archipelago with transport links to Sicily. The only ferry route out of Lipari typically lasts around an hour and heads to Milazzo on the island of Sicily. Most visitors will opine Lipari as a relaxing holiday destination, but for those travelling from neighbouring Aeolian Islands it may seem like a busy, vibrant island. The main town hosts the ferry terminal, and around the harbour, tourists are offered the chance to sample authentic Italian cuisine at the many restaurants dotted around the charming, narrow streets. Aside from food, there are ample shops selling souvenirs and several vintage wine stores offering high quality wine at an affordable price. The town is so aesthetically pleasing that many hours could be spent wandering around the quaint streets, decorated with colourful houses hosting friendly, welcoming locals. For a splash of culture, head to the highly regarded archaeology museum, or to the impressive churches and cathedrals residing around the area. Away from the town, there are rugged coastlines to be explored, hot thermal springs to enjoy and pebble and sand beaches perfect for a relaxing day bathing in the sun. Lipari’s desirability is in its ability to appease everyone who visits. The vast majority of the hotels and apartments are in Lipari Town, therefore it is a relatively short walk to the ferry terminal. Most resorts will book a taxi to the port for their guests, or offer directions for any lost tourists.
