Liberty Lines

When it comes to fast, reliable maritime connections around Sicily and its surrounding archipelagos, Liberty Lines is the leading high-speed ferry specialist. Boasting one of the largest hydrofoil (aliscafi) fleets in the world, this Italian shipping company seamlessly links mainland Sicily with the Egadi Islands, the Aeolian Islands, Ustica and Pantelleria, while also operating seasonal cross-border routes to Croatia and Slovenia from Trieste.

As an official booking partner, goferry provides you with an intuitive platform to compare seasonal fares, check real-time seat availability, and secure your electronic tickets instantly. Whether you are planning a day trip from Trapani to Favignana or island hopping across Lipari and Stromboli, booking through goferry guarantees a hassle-free boarding experience.

Essential travel tips for passengers boarding Liberty Lines hydrofoils

Because hydrofoils and fast catamarans operate differently from massive conventional cruise ferries, the goferry team has gathered these essential guidelines to help you prepare for your journey:

• Hand luggage weight & dimensions: Each passenger ticket includes the free carriage of one piece of hand luggage with a maximum weight of 10 kg and dimensions not exceeding 60cm x 40cm x 20cm. Extra baggage or oversized items must be declared during booking and carry a small additional fee

• Strict foot passenger check-In: Liberty ferries carry passengers only (no commercial or private cars). You must arrive at the port terminal at least 30 minutes before departure to present your goferry digital confirmation and receive your physical boarding pass

• Seasickness & seating advice: Hydrofoils ride directly on the water's surface at high speeds, meaning they can feel bumpy during choppy seas. If you are prone to motion sickness, try to sit in the center or toward the back of the vessel, and keep your eyes on the horizon

• Traveling with pets on board: Small pets are welcome in their secure travel carriers, while medium to large dogs must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash. Make sure to register your pet on our platform when securing your seats

Liberty Lines booking terms

The routes of Liberty Lines

The routes of Liberty Lines cover many destinations in the Tyrrhenian and Adriatic Seas. Here, you can see some of the most popular ferry crossings of Liberty Lines.

Italy (Sicily, Southwestern Italy, Aeolian, Egadi, Pelagie Islands)

• Milazzo to Palermo, Stromboli, Lipari, Rinella, Salina, Panarea, Vulcano, Ginostra, Alicudi, Filicudi

• Messina to Reggio Calabria, Stromboli, Lipari, Rinella, Salina, Panarea, Vulcano, Ginostra

• Vibo Valentia to Milazzo, Stromboli, Lipari, Rinella, Salina, Panarea, Vulcano, Ginostra

• Palermo to Ustica, Milazzo, Messina, Stromboli, Lipari, Rinella, Salina, Panarea, Vulcano, Ginostra, Alicudi, Filicudi

• Trapani to Pantelleria, Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo

• Marsala to Favignana, Levanzo, Marettimo

• Porto Empedocle to Lampedusa, Linosa

Italy to Croatia & Slovenia

• Trieste to Pirano, Porec, Rovinj and Mali Losinj

The company maintains vital year-round connections for local commuters, while significantly increasing the frequency of hydrofoil departures during the vibrant summer holiday season. Check below, the most popular routes:

Trapani to Favignana & Levanzo (Egadi)

• High-speed hydrofoil

• 30 - 40 minutes

• Multiple daily departures year-round

Milazzo to Lipari & Vulcano (Aeolian)

• Fast catamaran / aliscafo

• 50 minutes

• Frequent daily connections

Palermo to Ustica

• High-speed craft

• 1.5 hour

• Daily commuter service

Trieste to Mali Losinj (Croatia)

• Seasonal hydrofoil

• 4 hours

• Active during summer months

Note: Due to weather sensitivities inherent to hydrofoil travel, high-wind conditions can occasionally alter timetables. Always check the live flight-like status of your vessel on the goferry search engine before arriving at the pier.

Liberty Lines tickets: Discounts & fares

You can easily secure the most competitive rates for your Italian island-hopping adventure by utilizing the built-in discounts on the goferry booking system:

• Infant and Child Tariff Reductions: Infants under 3 years of age travel completely free of charge (without an assigned seat), while children between the ages of 4 and 11 qualify for a 50% discount on the standard adult fare.

• Sicilian Resident Subsidies: If you are a certified resident of any Sicilian island community, select the "Resident" option on goferry to instantly apply your heavily subsidized regional discount.

• Group and Round-Trip Offers: Booking your outbound and return legs together or traveling in groups of over 10 passengers can unlock specialized promotional rates on selected Aeolian and Egadi routes

Accommodation on the ferries

Enjoy great facilities and accommodation options when traveling with the immense Liberty Lines.

All the company's vessels offer comfortable airplane type seats and a business class section. Business class/VIP seats on their fast ferries is a separate section with larger seats on the upper deck. Passengers can leave their luggage at a specially-designated area next to the garage entrance or carry with them. Pet tickets are available so you can bring your 4-legged friends together. Pets must be placed in specially designed bags/kennels and must be wearing a muzzle during the passage.

Frequently asked questions about Liberty Lines

Can I take my car or scooter on a Liberty Lines hydrofoil?

No. The entire Liberty Lines fleet consists exclusively of passenger-only high-speed craft (hydrofoils and small catamarans). Vehicles cannot be accommodated on these vessels.

What happens if a hydrofoil trip is canceled due to bad weather?

If a crossing is officially canceled by the maritime authorities due to rough seas, you are entitled to a full refund or a free modification to the next available departure. The goferry support team will guide you through the rebooking process immediately.

Do Liberty Lines vessels have a bar or catering services on board?

Due to the relatively short durations of most island-hopping lines, there are no full-service bars or restaurants on board. However, larger vessels are equipped with vending machines stocked with water, soft drinks, and light snacks.

Is Wi-Fi internet access available during the crossing?

Because these vessels travel very close to the coastline, passengers can generally rely on their mobile phone network data (4G/5G). There is no dedicated public satellite Wi-Fi network on board the smaller hydrofoils.

Inside the Liberty Lines fleet: Advanced hydrofoils

Liberty Lines operates a highly specialized, modernized fleet designed for rapid coastal transits, focusing on speed, reduced fuel consumption, and passenger comfort.

Modern hydrofoils (Aliscafi)

The core of the fleet features classic wave-piercing hydrofoils that lift out of the water at high speeds, reducing friction and ensuring incredibly fast transit times. They offer fully air-conditioned passenger cabins, comfortable airline-style seating, and clean onboard restroom facilities.

Foil-assisted catamarans & HSC (e.g., Gianni M)

These larger, state-of-the-art hybrid vessels combine the high capacity of a traditional catamaran with the speed of hydrofoil technology. They feature spacious panoramic viewing windows, interior luggage storage racks, and specialized stabilization systems to maximize passenger comfort during open-sea crossings.