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Messina Rinella Ferry

The ferry from Messina to Rinella typically sails 1 times daily and up to 11 times weekly. The Messina to Rinella ferry is operated by Liberty Lines Fast Ferries. Messina Rinella Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

Messina Rinella Ferry Times

The earliest Messina Rinella ferry typically departs Messina at about 06:45. The average sailing time of a ferry from Messina to Rinella is approximately 3h 5m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 2h 55m.

Messina to Rinella Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for a ferry from Messina to Rinella typically range between $103* and $304*. On average the Messina Rinella ferry is $196*. The cheapest Messina Rinella ferry prices start from $50*. The average price for a foot passenger is $196*. The average price for a Melilla Motril car ferry is $563*.

Ferry prices may differ by season and depend on various factors, such as number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days, last updated 05 July, 2023.

How far is Rinella from Messina?

The distance between Messina and Rinella is approximately 56.2 miles (90.4km), or 48.8 nautical miles.

Is there a car ferry from Messina to Rinella?

No, currently there is no car ferry from Messina to Rinella.

Are foot passengers allowed on the Messina Rinella ferry?

Yes, Messina Rinella ferries allow foot passengers. You can travel as a foot passenger from Messina to Rinella with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries.

Messina Rinella Ferry Operator Schedules

  • Liberty Lines Fast Ferries - 6 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Sicily to Aeolian Islands page.
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Messina - Rinella Route summary
Departure Country Italy
Destination Country Italy
No. of Operators 1
Operators Liberty Lines Fast Ferries
Average Price A$204*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 10
Average Sailing Duration 3h 6m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 55m
First Ferry 06:45
Last Ferry 18:30
Distance 48 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Messina to Rinella?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Messina to Rinella is approximately 2h 55m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.
  • How much is the ferry from Messina to Rinella?

    The average price of a ferry from Messina to Rinella is approximately 108 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Messina to Rinella?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Messina to Rinella and this is
    • Liberty Lines Fast Ferries
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Messina to Rinella?

    Ferries from Messina to Rinella are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Messina to Rinella?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Messina to Rinella with
    • Liberty Lines Fast Ferries
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Messina to Rinella?

    No, cars are not allowed on this ferry route.
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Messina to Rinella?

    Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Messina to Rinella. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry
    • Liberty Lines Fast Ferries
  • How far is Rinella from Messina?

    The distance between Messina to Rinella is approximately 48 nautical miles.

Messina Guide

The Italian city of Messina is the capital of, and located in, the Province of Messina and is the third largest city on the island of Sicily. It lies on the Strait of Messina, opposite Villa San Giovanni on the Italian mainland, in the north east of Sicily. The port in Messina is an important economic driver for the city's economy as it is a key component in the city and region's tourist infrastructure. It also supports both commercial and military shipyards. Agriculture is also important in the area and visitors exploring the countryside will often find oranges, lemons, mandarin oranges and olives growing. Since 1548, the city has had a Roman Catholic Archdiocese and Archimandrite seat and is home to the University of Messina which was also founded in 1548.

The city's port offers passengers ferry services across the Strait of Messina to the ports of Villa San Giovanni and Reggio Calabria in Calabria. There is also a longer crossing to Salerno, which is to the south of the city of Naples. Most ferries that arrive in Messina dock at either the Messina Marittima/Bluvia dock or at the Molo Norimberga docks on Via San Ranieri. Occasionally some ferries will dock at the Rada San Francesco di Paola I docks on the northern edge of the town.


Rinella Guide

Rinella is a small Italian village that is located on the island of Salina which is one of the Aeolian Islands. The island's full name is Santa Marina Salina and lies around 120 km to the north east of Palermo and 70 km to the north west of Messina. The island is well known for its black sandy beaches and its caves and also for its square which was used as a filming location for the movie "Volcano".

There are three areas on Salina: Santa Marina on the eastern coast, Malfa to the north and Leni to the south west and from Leni heading down to the coast is the village of Rinella. Located above the village of Leni is Valdichiesa in the island's centre. Other small villages on Salina are Capo Faro, Pollara and Lingua.

The village is home to the island's port where ferries can be taken to Palermo and Milazzo on the island of Sicily.


Messina to Rinella Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/3/2024 and 31/3/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Liberty Lines Fast Ferries 12:45 15:55 3 hours 10 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
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