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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Catania is to rideshare which costs €4 - €10 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Catania is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Catania?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Catania?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Catania Centrale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Messina to Catania?

The distance between Messina and Catania is 100 km. The road distance is 96.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Catania without a car is to bus which takes 1h 47m and costs €6 - €9.

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

The bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena takes 1h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Messina to Catania bus from?

Messina to Catania bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Messina Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where do I catch the Messina to Catania train from?

Messina to Catania train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Messina Centrale station.

Train or bus from Messina to Catania?

The best way to get from Messina to Catania is to bus which takes 1h 47m and costs €6 - €9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €7 - €12 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Messina to Catania bus arrive?

Messina to Catania bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena station.

Where does the Messina to Catania train arrive?

Messina to Catania train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Catania Centrale station.

Can I drive from Messina to Catania?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Catania is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Messina to Catania.

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

Book your Messina to Catania train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Catania?

There are 4526+ hotels available in Catania.

Can I share a ride from Messina to Catania?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Messina and Catania. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Messina to Catania by bus, train (Trenitalia), rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Renabus Sais Autolinee / ...
1h 47m
€6–9
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Messina to Cataniarideshare 94.4 km
1h 28m
€4–10
Train
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centraletrain Re / ...
1h 48m
€7–12
Drive 96.7 km
1. Drive from Messina to Cataniacar 96.7 km
1h 6m
€15–22

Messina to Catania by bus

122Weekly Buses

1h 47mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.7 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena hourly. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 47m. Alternatively, Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale hourly. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily.

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