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Ferry from Lipari to Palermo

Depending on the season their are about 5 weekly sailings between Lipari and Palermo. Liberty Lines Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Lipari to Palermo. Lipari Palermo ferries cost between $84 and $355, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Lipari to Palermo?

Lipari Palermo ferries depart at around 07:50.

How long is the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

Ferries from Lipari to Palermo sail in around 3 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Lipari Palermo Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 5 weekly sailings from Lipari to Palermo provided by Liberty Lines Fast Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost from Lipari to Palermo?

The price of a ferry from Lipari to Palermo typically range between $82* and $349*. On average the Lipari Palermo ferry is $164*. The cheapest Lipari Palermo ferry prices start from $82*. The average price for a foot passenger is $164*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

What is the distance from Lipari to Palermo?

The distance between Lipari to Palermo is approximately 112 miles (181km) or 98 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Lipari to Palermo with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Lipari and Palermo.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Lipari to Palermo?

Liberty Lines Fast Ferries allow foot passengers on Lipari Palermo ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

Liberty Lines Fast Ferries allow pets on ferries from Lipari to Palermo. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Aeolian Islands to Sicily page.
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Lipari - Palermo Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryAeolian Islands
Destination CountrySicily
No. of Operators1
OperatorsLiberty Lines Fast Ferries
Average Price$164
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration3 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration3 h 45 m
First Ferry07:50
Last Ferry07:50
Distance98 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Lipari to Palermo Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

    The ferry crossing time from Lipari to Palermo is approximately 3 hours 45 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

    Lipari to Palermo ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Lipari to Palermo is $164. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Lipari to Palermo?

    Liberty Lines Fast Ferries provide the ferries from Lipari to Palermo.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Lipari to Palermo?

    Book ferries from Lipari to Palermo through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Lipari to Palermo with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Lipari to Palermo.

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Lipari to Palermo?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Lipari to Palermo?

    The distance from Lipari to Palermo is 98 nautical miles.

Lipari Guide

The Italian island of Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands and lies in the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the northern coast of Sicily. The island is located between Vesuvius and Etna and is around 30 km from Sicily. Lipari is a relatively small island, measuring just under 40 sq. km, with one main town, also called Lipari, and 4 other villages: Pianoconte, Quattropani, Acquacalda and Canneto. Lipari Town is a lovely place to take a stroll and has a number of elegant town houses, along with some more modest houses, with flower strewn balconies set along pretty little streets. The island's inhabitants are very welcoming to visitors and tend to have a cheery disposition. There are many souvenir shops on the island and a good selection of cafe's and restaurants serving good, local food and drink. There are traces of the island's history throughout the island with Greek tombs that lie open to the sky. However, perhaps the most impressive visitor attraction on the island is its castle.

Lipari is the most practical base for visiting the Aeolian Islands. Fast ferry connections from Sicily all stop here, and there are plenty of boats and hydrofoils to the other islands.


Palermo Guide

The city of Palermo is located on the Italian island of Sicily and lies on the island's north west coast and has a large and strategically important natural port, next to the Monte Pellegrino. The city is typically Mediterranean and can trace its history back to the 8th century and is today known for its Norman buildings, fabulous palaces and the hustle and bustle of its markets. Palermo's historic centre is the Quattro Canti district, which means 'Four Corners' and is where a number of the city's most spectacular attractions can be found. These include the Royal Palace and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The cathedral's sheer size and lovely architecture really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Also popular in the city is the medieval Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi and the 12th century Castello della Zisa. For visitors who enjoy the performing arts there is also the Teatro Massimo which is a recently refurbished theatre that puts on regular performances.

Ferries from the city's port depart to Genoa, Civitavecchia, Naples and Tunisia.

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