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Two ways to Travel from Messina to Catania

Composite routes from Messina to Catania

Cheapest
1 h 5 min
Car
95 km.
from $5
Other
1 h 5 min
Rideshare
95 km.
from $5.16

Transport providers

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Messina Centrale to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.26–$21.60

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Messina Centrale to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.53–$13.97

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Messina to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.84–$12.07

Bus operators

Itabus

Phone:
+39 06 88 93 82 32
Website:
itabus.it/en/home
Bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.62–$10.80

SAIS Autolinee

Phone:
800 21 10 20
Email:
Website:
saisautolinee.it/
Bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.62–$11.43
Bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Catania?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Catania is to rideshare which costs $5 - $10.33 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Catania?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Catania is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Catania?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Catania?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Catania Centrale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Messina to Catania?

The distance between Messina and Catania is 97 km. The road distance is 99.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Catania without a car is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Messina to Catania?

The bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Messina to Catania bus from?

Messina to Catania bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Messina Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where do I catch the Messina to Catania train from?

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

Train or bus from Messina to Catania?

The best way to get from Messina to Catania is to bus which takes 1h 40m and costs $6.52 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7.07 - $18.48 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Messina to Catania bus arrive?

Messina to Catania bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino station.

Where does the Messina to Catania train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Messina to Catania?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Catania is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Messina to Catania.

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

Book your Messina to Catania train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Catania?

There are 4206+ hotels available in Catania. Prices start at $40.29 per night.

Can I share a ride from Messina to Catania?

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