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

Composite routes from Sicily to Messina

Cheapest
2 h 10 min
Car
190 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Palermo Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.24–$50.81

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Palermo Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$25.41

Bus operators

Autoservizi Salemi Srl

Phone:
(+39) 0923 98.11.20
Website:
autoservizisalemi.it/en/
Bus from Palermo Terminal Bus to Messina
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.97–$20.33

SAIS Autolinee

Phone:
800 21 10 20
Email:
Website:
saisautolinee.it/
Bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Messina
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.24–$21.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Messina is to Bus via Stazione Centrale Pensilina Esterna which costs $13.04 - $19.57 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sicily to Messina is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Sicily and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Messina. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura via Palermo Oreto Orsi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sicily and Messina?

No, there is no direct train from Sicily to Messina. However, there are services departing from Palermo Notarbartolo and arriving at Messina Centrale via Palermo Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Sicily to Messina?

The distance between Sicily and Messina is 231 km. The road distance is 228.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sicily to Messina without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Sicily to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Messina bus from?

Sicily to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Messina train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sicily to Messina?

The best way to get from Sicily to Messina is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $47.83 and takes 4h 13m. There are no good options to fly between Sicily to Messina.

Where does the Sicily to Messina bus arrive?

Sicily to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura station.

Where does the Sicily to Messina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sicily to Messina?

Yes, the driving distance between Sicily to Messina is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Sicily to Messina.

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

Book your Sicily to Messina train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 843+ hotels available in Messina. Prices start at $21.21 per night.
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