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

The cheapest way to get from Licata to Messina is to bus and car ferry which costs €12 - €60 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Licata to Messina is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Licata and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Licata to Messina. However, there are services departing from Licata and arriving at Messina Piazza della Repubblica via Canicattì and Catania Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Licata and Messina?

No, there is no direct train from Licata to Messina. However, there are services departing from Licata and arriving at Messina Centrale via Caltanissetta Xirbi and Catania Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Licata to Messina?

The distance between Licata and Messina is 244 km. The road distance is 223.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Licata to Messina without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 6h 24m and costs €12 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Licata to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Licata to Messina bus from?

Licata to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Licata station.

Where do I catch the Licata to Messina train from?

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

Train or bus from Licata to Messina?

The best way to get from Licata to Messina is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Licata to Messina bus arrive?

Licata to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Canicattì station.

Where does the Licata to Messina train arrive?

Licata to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Caltanissetta Xirbi station.

Can I drive from Licata to Messina?

Yes, the driving distance between Licata to Messina is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Licata to Messina.

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

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

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Licata to Messina - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Licata to Messina by bus, car ferry, train (Trenitalia), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, car ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Licata Piazzale Martiri Delle Foibe to Villa San Giovanni-Piazza Stazionebus
2. Take the car ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittimacarferry
6h 24m
€12–56
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Licata to Caltanissetta Xirbitrain
2. Take the train from Caltanissetta Xirbi to Catania Centraletrain Re
3. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Messina Centraletrain Re
6h 59m
€33–61
Drive 223.8 km
1. Drive from Licata to Messinacar 223.8 km
2h 59m
€35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Licata to Canicattìbus
2. Take the bus from Canicattì to Catania, Via D'Amicobus
3. Take the bus from Catania Central Bus Station to Messina Piazza della Repubblicabus
6h 46m
€19–30

Licata to Messina by bus and car ferry

7Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Licata, Italy and Messina, Italy?

You can take a train from Licata to Messina Centrale via Caltanissetta Xirbi and Catania Centrale in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Licata to Messina Piazza della Repubblica via Canicattì, Catania, Via D'Amico, and Catania Central Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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