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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Acate is to bus which costs €13 - €18 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Acate is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Acate?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Acate. However, there are services departing from Messina Viale Boccetta and arriving at Acate via Catania Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Messina to Acate?

The distance between Messina and Acate is 200 km. The road distance is 189.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Acate without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €13 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Messina to Acate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Acate bus from?

Messina to Acate bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Messina Viale Boccetta station.

Train or bus from Messina to Acate?

The best way to get from Messina to Acate is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €13 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €100 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Messina to Acate bus arrive?

Messina to Acate bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal station.

Can I drive from Messina to Acate?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Acate is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Messina to Acate.

Where can I stay near Acate?

There are 825+ hotels available in Acate.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure TerminalSais Autolinee / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Acate
4h 50m
€14–18
Train
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania CentraleRe / ...
2. Take the train from Catania Centrale to GrammicheleRe
5h 9m
€73–96
Drive 189.4 km
1. Drive from Messina to Acate189.4 km
2h 22m
€30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania CentraleRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania to Acate
5h 48m

Messina to Acate by bus

6Weekly Buses

4h 50mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Messina to Acate.

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Distance: 200.2 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Acate via Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal and Catania Airport in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Messina Centrale to Acate via Catania Centrale and Grammichele in around 5h 9m.

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