The All Saints’ Day long weekend in 2026—from Saturday, October 31, to Monday, November 2, with Sunday, November 1, in between— is a great opportunity for a three-day getaway to the Italian islands. By the end of October, many summer services (ferries and hydrofoils) have already ended, but the companies continue to operate routes to both the major and minor islands, albeit with less frequent departures than in the summer. In this article, you’ll find the schedules for destinations you can reach during the long weekend.
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Which islands can you reach by ferry and hydrofoil during the All Saints’ Day long weekend in 2026 (October 31 through November 2)?
During the long weekend, ferry service is available to the Tremiti Islands, the Egadi Islands, the Aeolian Islands, Ustica, the Pelagie Islands (Lampedusa and Linosa), and Sardinia. Service in the Gulf of Naples, between Ischia and Procida, also remains operational. Some routes are served by hydrofoils, while others are served by ferries that allow vehicles on board.
Tremiti Islands: NLG ferry schedule from Termoli to San Domino
For the Tremiti Islands, the main ferry service is operated by NLG – Navigazione Libera del Golfo, running from Termoli to San Domino. The schedule in effect from October 1 through November 2 covers all three days of the long weekend.
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Saturday, October 31: 8:00 a.m. and 3:15 p.m.
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Sunday, November 1: 9:00 a.m.
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Monday, November 2: 9:00 a.m.
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Saturday, October 31: 9:35 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.
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Sunday, November 1: 4:45 p.m.
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Monday, November 2: 4:45 p.m.
For San Nicola, departures from Termoli at 9:00 a.m. are scheduled only on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so they are not part of the long weekend.
Egadi Islands: Liberty Lines hydrofoils from Trapani and Marsala
Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo are served by Liberty Lines via hydrofoils and high-speed boats. The schedule in effect as of October 1 distinguishes between daily departures and those that run only on certain days of the week, so be sure to check the exact date before booking.
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Trapani → Favignana: 6:50, 7:50, 8:05, 8:45, 9:40, 11:40, 12:25, 14:10, 14:45, 15:30, 6:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
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Trapani → Levanzo: 6:50 a.m., 7:50 a.m., 8:05 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 12:25 p.m., 2:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m.
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Trapani → Marettimo: 8:45 a.m., 12:25 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
From Marsala, hydrofoils to Favignana depart at 7:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 5:25 p.m. The 12:00 p.m. departure for Marettimo requires a transfer in Favignana. The official schedule indicates that these trips are not available on Sundays: if you’re traveling on Sunday, November 1, please check availability first.
Aeolian Islands: Liberty Lines hydrofoil departures from Milazzo
The Aeolian Islands also maintain a good network of connections in the fall. Liberty Lines operates high-speed ferries from Milazzo to the main islands of the archipelago.
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Milazzo → Vulcano: 6:30, 6:45, 7:30, 8:30, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m.
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Milazzo → Lipari: 6:30 a.m., 6:45 a.m., 7:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:15 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m.
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Milazzo → Santa Marina Salina: 6:30, 6:45, 7:30, 8:30, 10:30, 12:30, 3:00, 3:30, 7:15
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Milazzo → Rinella: 6:30 a.m., 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:15 p.m.
Some departures are not daily but operate only on certain days of the week (for example, only on Mondays and Fridays, or from Thursday through Sunday).
Ferry service to Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea, Ginostra, and Stromboli is less frequent than service to the islands closer to Milazzo. These are all passenger routes served by hydrofoils; cars are not allowed on board.
Ustica: Liberty Lines hydrofoils from Palermo
Ustica is connected to Palermo by Liberty Lines with high-speed ferries. The crossing takes about an hour and a half. The schedule varies depending on the day of the week.
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Palermo → Ustica: 7:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 4:30 p.m.
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Ustica → Palermo: 6:30 a.m., 7:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
Lampedusa and Linosa: Ferry Service Starting in November
Liberty Lines connects Lampedusa and Linosa with high-speed vessels. The schedule changes at the beginning of November: from November 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, hydrofoil service will operate onlyon Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Monday, November 2, is therefore included in the service schedule. The crossing between Lampedusa and Linosa takes about one hour.
Sardinia: Grimaldi Lines ferries from Livorno to Olbia
To reach Sardinia by car, motorcycle, or other vehicle, the Livorno–Olbia operated by Grimaldi Lines is one of the main options. The schedule in effect from October 5 to November 8, 2026, includes the following departures from Livorno:
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Monday: 10:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m.
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Friday: 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m.
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Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 p.m.
For the All Saints’ Day long weekend, departures from Livorno are at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, and at 10:00 p.m. on Monday, November 2. The crossing takes place at night, and passengers arrive in Sardinia the following morning.
From Olbia to Livorno, during the All Saints’ Day long weekend (October 31, November 1, and 2), departures are at 10:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday and at 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Saturdays and Sundays, the evening departure is at 9:30 p.m.
Ischia and Procida: Caremar Ferry Service
In the Gulf of Naples , service doesn’t stop at the end of the season. Caremar connects Ischia and Procida year-round with ferries and hydrofoils. Scheduled departures include:
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6:45 hydrofoil
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8:20 a.m. ferry
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10:15 a.m. hydrofoil
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11:30 a.m. ferry
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12:55 p.m. ferry from Casamicciola
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1:00 p.m. hydrofoil
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2:30 p.m. hydrofoil
There are other trips throughout the day.
Ponza and Ventotene: the Pontine Islands from Formia
If you’re thinking of visiting the islands of Lazio for the All Saints’ Day long weekend (October 31, November 1, and 2), ferries depart from the port of Formia for Ponza and Ventotene. For schedules, prices, and discounts on the former, you’ll find everything in the guide to Laziomar Formia–Ponza Ferries. For the second route, see the guide to Laziomar Formia–Ventotene ferries and hydrofoils.
Ferry or hydrofoil: the difference when traveling by car, RV, or motorcycle
The difference between ferries and hydrofoils is especially important for those who want to bring their own vehicle. Ferries carry cars and motorcycles. Hydrofoils and high-speed vessels are reserved for passengers only. On Liberty Lines routes (Egadi Islands, Aeolian Islands, Ustica, Pelagie Islands), you therefore travel without a car. On Grimaldi Lines’ Livorno–Olbia route and on Caremar ferries, you can bring your vehicle on board.
Between October and November, there are more ferry connections to the islands than you might think. Schedules are subject to change, so always confirm your departure on the company’s website before booking.
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