Departures to Ustica are scheduled from the port of Palermo and are active all year round; Siremar ferries take about 3 hours to reach the island, while Liberty Lines hydrofoils take 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The ferries to Ustica depart once a day, always in the morning, while the hydrofoils depart both in the morning and in the afternoon. Departures get intensified during high season to accomodate the tourist flux.
On board of the ferries to Ustica it is also possible to embark vehicles. Various services are available to passengers, such as bar and catering services, as well as accessible outdoor decks, air-conditioned lounges, comfortable armchairs and cabins with exclusive access and private bathrooms.
There is no garage on the hydrofoils to Ustica and no cars can be boarded. Travelers have all the essential services at their disposal, such as a snack bar, toilets, luggage storage and indoor spaces with plenty of seating.
Pets are also allowed on the crossings to the island of Ustica, although it is always recommended to book in advance. People with reduced mobility can request assistance in port and on the ship.