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Salina → Panarea

The Siremar ferry between Salina and Panarea, a useful link for island-hoppers moving from the green heart of the archipelago to its smallest island.

⏱ 45m – 1h 05m🚢 1 operator📅 A few Siremar sailings a week in summer 2026🚗 Vehicles accepted
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Salina to Panarea ferry at a glance

The ferry from Salina to Panarea takes 45m – 1h 05m across the Tyrrhenian Sea (Aeolian Islands), operated by Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: A few Siremar sailings a week in summer 2026.

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: Panarea to Salina

Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori) also sails Panarea to Salina, taking 45m – 1h 05m. Southbound, the Laurana calls at Panarea around 08:10 and Salina around 09:00–09:10 on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and the Tuesday/Friday ferry links Panarea (15:00) with Santa Marina (15:45).

Salina to Panarea 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.

Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:40 from Santa Marina (arriving 11:25), Thursdays at 10:20 (arriving 11:25), and on the Naples-bound Laurana on Mondays (18:00 from Rinella) and Thursdays (18:00 from Santa Marina), arriving 19:05

Summer timetable 1 June – 30 September 2026.

Departure times from the timetable that ended

  • 10:40
  • 18:00

Return: Southbound, the Laurana calls at Panarea around 08:10 and Salina around 09:00–09:10 on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and the Tuesday/Friday ferry links Panarea (15:00) with Santa Marina (15:45).

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: Siremar Aeolian Islands timetable PDF (June–September 2026). Verified 2026-09-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Salina and Panarea

📐 11 Nautical Miles
Salina⇄Panarea
⏱ 45m – 1h 05m · 📐 11 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori)45m – 1h 05mNerea, Bridge, Laurana

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

11 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Most of these sailings continue from Panarea to Ginostra and Stromboli

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Salina to Panarea?
The crossing typically takes 45m – 1h 05m. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Salina to Panarea ferry sail?
The timetable below ended on 30 September 2026; check the official timetable (Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori)) for current times before you travel. Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:40 from Santa Marina (arriving 11:25), Thursdays at 10:20 (arriving 11:25), and on the Naples-bound Laurana on Mondays (18:00 from Rinella) and Thursdays (18:00 from Santa Marina), arriving 19:05. Summer timetable 1 June – 30 September 2026. This is the pattern published in the Siremar Aeolian Islands timetable PDF (June–September 2026) (checked 2026-09-29); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Salina to Panarea?
Siremar (Caronte & Tourist Isole Minori) operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Salina to Panarea ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Salina to Panarea ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Salina to Panarea ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Salina from Panarea by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 11 nautical miles (roughly 20 km).