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The average train between Naples and Messina takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Naples to Messina. 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 twice daily between Naples and Messina. The earliest departure is at 9:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Naples is at 1:45 PM which arrives into Messina at 7:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Napoli Centrale station and arriving at Messina Centrale station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.
Naples to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Napoli Centrale station.
Naples to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Messina Centrale station.
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The distance between Naples and Messina is 315.4 km.
Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Napoli Centrale to Messina Centrale 4 times a day. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 5h 50m.
