What is the cheapest way to get from Catania to Lipari?

The cheapest way to get from Catania to Lipari is to train and ferry which costs €21 - €45 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Catania to Lipari?

The fastest way to get from Catania to Lipari is to bus and ferry which takes 3h 49m and costs €25 - €40.

How far is it from Catania to Lipari?

The distance between Catania and Lipari is 176 km.

How do I travel from Catania to Lipari without a car?

The best way to get from Catania to Lipari without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 3h 49m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Catania to Lipari?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Catania to Lipari, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Lipari?

There are 541+ hotels available in Lipari.

Catania to Lipari - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Catania to Lipari by bus, ferry, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Milazzobus
2. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Lipariferry
3h 49m
€26–38
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Messina Centraletrain Re / ...
2. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Lipariferry
5h 12m
€21–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Catania to Lipari.

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Distance: 176.2 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Catania, Italy and Lipari, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Catania to Lipari. However, you can take the bus to Milazzo, walk to Milazzo, then take the ferry to Lipari. Alternatively, you can take a train from Catania Centrale to Lipari via Messina Centrale, Milazzo, and Milazzo in around 5h 12m.

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