The average train between Messina and Palermo takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Messina to Palermo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Messina and Palermo. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Messina is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Palermo at 10:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Messina station and arriving at Palermo station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.
Messina to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Messina Centrale station.
Messina to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Palermo Centrale station.
Book your Messina to Palermo train tickets online with Trenitalia and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Messina and Palermo is 193.9 km. The road distance is 220 km.
Trenitalia operates a train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily.
