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How to get fromAcireale to Aeolian Islandsby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Acireale to Aeolian Islands by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Acireale to Messina Centraletrain train Re / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Vulcanoferry ferry
    5h 8m
    €35–73

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Milazzo Port Stopbus bus flibco
    2. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Vulcanoferry ferry
    5h 23m
    €25–90

  3. Train, bus, ferry

    1. Take the train from Acireale to Messina Centraletrain train Re
    2. Take the bus from Messina to Milazzobus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Vulcanoferry ferry
    5h 41m
    €34–57

Acireale to Aeolian Islands by train, foot, and ferry

Calendar6Weekly Services
Duration5h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket€35Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 162.9 km
  • Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Acireale, Italy and Aeolian Islands, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Acireale to Aeolian Islands. However, you can take the train to Messina Centrale, walk to Messina Marittima, then take the ferry to Vulcano. Alternatively, you can take a train from Acireale to Vulcano via Catania Centrale, Catania, Catania Airport, Milazzo Port Stop, and Milazzo in around 5h 23m.

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