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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Licata is to bus which costs €13 - €19 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Licata is to drive which takes 3h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Licata?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Licata. However, there are services departing from Messina and arriving at Licata via Caltanissetta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Licata?

No, there is no direct train from Messina to Licata. However, there are services departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Licata via Catania Centrale and Caltanissetta Xirbi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Messina to Licata?

The distance between Messina and Licata is 245 km. The road distance is 224.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Licata without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €13 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Messina to Licata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Licata bus from?

Messina to Licata bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Messina station.

Where do I catch the Messina to Licata train from?

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

Train or bus from Messina to Licata?

The best way to get from Messina to Licata is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs €27 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Messina to Licata bus arrive?

Messina to Licata bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Caltanissetta station.

Where does the Messina to Licata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Messina to Licata?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Licata is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Messina to Licata.

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

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Where can I stay near Licata?

There are 182+ hotels available in Licata.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Messina to Licata by car ferry, bus, 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.

Car ferry, bus
best
1. Take the car ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovannicarferry
2. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni-Piazza Stazione to Licata Piazzale Martiri Delle Foibebus Autoservizi Salemi S121 / ...
6h 15m
€14–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Messina to Caltanissettabus N528 / ...
2. Take the bus from Caltanissetta to Licatabus
6h 33m
€13–19
Train (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 Licatatrain
6h 51m
€28–30
Drive 224.5 km
1. Drive from Messina to Licatacar 224.5 km
3h
€35–50

Messina to Licata by car ferry and bus

8Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Messina to Licata.

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Distance: 245.3 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Messina Centrale to Licata via Catania Centrale and Caltanissetta Xirbi in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Messina to Licata via Caltanissetta and Caltanissetta in around 6h 33m.

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