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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Grotte is to bus and train which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Grotte is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Grotte?

No, there is no direct train from Messina to Grotte. However, there are services departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Grotte via Termini Imerese and Aragona-Caldare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Messina to Grotte?

The distance between Messina and Grotte is 260 km. The road distance is 237.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Grotte without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 32m and costs €19 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Messina to Grotte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Grotte train from?

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

Where does the Messina to Grotte train arrive?

Messina to Grotte train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Catania Centrale station.

Can I drive from Messina to Grotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Grotte is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Messina to Grotte.

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

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Where can I stay near Grotte?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Grotte.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Messina to Grotte by bus, train, 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Messina to Caltanissettabus N528 / ...
2. Take the train from Caltanissetta C.Le to Grottetrain Re
5h 32m
€20–34
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Termini Imeresetrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Termini Imerese to Aragona-Caldaretrain Re
5h 50m
€30–63
Drive 237.7 km
1. Drive from Messina to Grottecar 237.7 km
2h 43m
€38–54
Train via Catania (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centraletrain Re
2. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Caltanissetta Xirbitrain Re
3. Take the train from Caltanissetta Xirbi to Grottetrain Re
6h 43m
€30–58

Messina to Grotte by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Grotte, Sicily, Italy?

You can take a train from Messina Centrale to Grotte via Termini Imerese and Aragona-Caldare in around 5h 50m.

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