Rome2Rio

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

Find Transport to Aeolian Islands

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Modica to Aeolian Islands 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.

  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Modica to Catania Airportbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Milazzo Port Stopbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Vulcanoferry ferry
    6h 28m
    €34–85

  2. Bus, ferry via Ragusa

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Ragusa Bus Terminal to Aeroporto Vincenzo Bellini/Fontanarossabus bus
    2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Milazzo Port Stopbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Vulcanoferry ferry
    7h 49m
    €31–90

  3. Train, ferry

    1. Take the train from Modica to Caltanissetta Xirbitrain train
    2. Take the train from Caltanissetta Xirbi to Palermo Centraletrain train Re
    3. Take the ferry from Palermo to Alicudiferry ferry
    8h 58m
    €76–121

Modica to Aeolian Islands by bus and ferry

Calendar6Weekly Services
Duration6h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket€34Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Modica to Aeolian Islands.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 302 km
  • Duration: 6h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Modica to Aeolian Islands. However, you can take the bus to Catania Airport, take the bus to Milazzo Port Stop, walk to Milazzo, then take the ferry to Vulcano. Alternatively, you can take a train from Modica to Alicudi via Caltanissetta Xirbi, Palermo Centrale, Stazione Centrale Giulio Cesare, Roma Poste, and Palermo in around 8h 58m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Italy Travel Guides

Read the travel guideItaly Travel Guides