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Catania to Messina

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Catania to Messina

Cheapest
1 h 4 min
Car
94 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.07–$17.79

Itabus

Phone:
+39 06 88 93 82 32
Website:
itabus.it/en/home
Bus from Catania Libertà Sella to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80
Bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80
Bus from Catania Via D'Amico Bus Station to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80

SAIS Autolinee

Phone:
800 21 10 20
Email:
Website:
saisautolinee.it/
Bus from Catania Libertà Sella to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80
Bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80

SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro

Phone:
+39 0912742800
Email:
Website:
saistrasporti.it/
Bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$11.43

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Catania Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$21.60

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Catania Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.53–$13.97

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Catania to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.99–$10.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Catania to Messina (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Catania to Messina (Station) is to rideshare which costs $5.98 - $9.24 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Catania to Messina (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Catania to Messina (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Catania and Messina (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Catania Libertà Sella and arriving at Messina Piazza della Repubblica. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Catania and Messina (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Catania Centrale and arriving at Messina Centrale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Catania to Messina (Station)?

The distance between Catania and Messina (Station) is 93 km. The road distance is 96.3 km.

How do I travel from Catania to Messina (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Catania to Messina (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $7.07 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from Catania to Messina (Station)?

The train from Catania Centrale to Messina Centrale takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Catania to Messina (Station) bus from?

Catania to Messina (Station) bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Catania Libertà Sella station.

Where do I catch the Catania to Messina (Station) train from?

Catania to Messina (Station) train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Catania Centrale station.

Train or bus from Catania to Messina (Station)?

The best way to get from Catania to Messina (Station) is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $7.07 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6.52 - $9.24 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Catania to Messina (Station) bus arrive?

Catania to Messina (Station) bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Messina Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where does the Catania to Messina (Station) train arrive?

Catania to Messina (Station) train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Messina Centrale station.

Can I drive from Catania to Messina (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Catania to Messina (Station) is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Catania to Messina (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Catania to Messina (Station)?

Book your Catania to Messina (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Catania to Messina (Station)?

Book your Catania to Messina (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Messina (Station)?

There are 846+ hotels available in Messina (Station). Prices start at $21.21 per night.

Can I share a ride from Catania to Messina (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Catania and Messina (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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