Palermo – Ustica
Ferries to Ustica Island
Palermo – Ustica
Ferries to Ustica Island
There are around 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings from Palermo to Ustica. 2 operators sail this route
The earliest Palermo Ustica ferry sailings typically depart Palermo at around 07:00. The last ferry usually departs at 15:30.
The average duration of a Palermo Ustica ferry is around 2h 1m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 30m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 2 daily sailings and up to 13 weekly ferry sailings from Palermo to Ustica. These sailings are provided by Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Palermo Ustica ferry prices typically range between $99.5* and $368.03*. The average price is typically $201.47*. The cheapest Palermo Ustica ferry prices start from $43.23*. The average price for a foot passenger is $201.27*. The average price for a car is $514.96*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Palermo and Ustica is approximately 40.8 miles (65.6km) or 35.4 nautical miles.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Palermo and Ustica with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Palermo Ustica ferries with Liberty Lines Fast Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Palermo - Ustica Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Liberty Lines Fast Ferries & Siremar | |
| Average Price | A$200* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 13 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 1m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 07:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 15:30 | |
| Distance | 35 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The capital city of the island of Sicily, Palermo is found on the north coast and is used as the gateway to mainland Italy. There are a huge number of ferry routes departing the port each day, crossing to regions in Italy or other islands off the Italian coast.
Ustica is an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, 32 miles north of Capo Gallo, Italy. The island is connected to Palermo by regular ferry and hydrofoil services. The tiny volcanic island of Ustica has a length of only 6 miles across and is the summit of a large submerged volcano. As a reflection to both the island’s origin and the blackness of its lava, the name Ustica derives from the Latin word Ustum meaning ‘burnt’. The main town on the island can be reached from a single road leading up to various flights of steps. Here you will see the peculiar local houses with their external walls all painted with unique murals of landscapes, portraits and much more. The island has a jagged coastline which shelters a range of wonderful caves, bays and creeks. Another feature of the island’s volcanic origin is its relatively deep dives which makes Ustica a perfect place for scuba diving.
