Italy
Lipari → Alicudi
The long run from Lipari to Alicudi, the westernmost and least developed Aeolian island, where there are no roads and goods still travel up the stepped paths by mule.
Lipari to Alicudi ferry at a glance
The ferry from Lipari to Alicudi takes 3h 05m – 3h 30m across the Tyrrhenian Sea (Aeolian Islands), operated by Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: six days a week in summer 2026 (not Fridays).
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
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Return crossing: Alicudi to Lipari
Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori) also sails Alicudi to Lipari, taking 3h 05m – 3h 30m. The ferry leaves Alicudi at 13:45 (13:15 on some Saturdays, 12:55 on Tuesdays) and reaches Lipari between 16:00 and 16:45.
Lipari to Alicudi ferry timetable & sailing pattern
The timetable below ended on 30 September 2026; check the official timetable (Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori)) for current times before you travel. It is Siremar’s summer 2026 timetable. Outside the summer Siremar publishes its timetable a month at a time, with fewer sailings. On 2 November 2026 only the October timetable was published; check Siremar’s timetables page for November.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 09:45 (arriving 12:50; 13:20 on Saturdays in high season) and Tuesdays at 09:15 (arriving 12:25)
Summer timetable 1 June – 30 September 2026.
Departure times from the timetable that ended
- 09:45
Return: The ferry leaves Alicudi at 13:45 (13:15 on some Saturdays, 12:55 on Tuesdays) and reaches Lipari between 16:00 and 16:45.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori) timetable →Check prices & book on Ferryscanner →Source: Siremar Aeolian Islands timetable PDF (June–September 2026). Verified 2026-09-29.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori) | 3h 05m – 3h 30m (via Salina and Filicudi) | Nerea, Antonello da Messina, Bridge |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
28 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- The ferry turns round at Alicudi after about an hour, so a same-day visit from Lipari is possible on most sailing days