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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Maratea is to night train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Maratea is to ferry and drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €40 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Maratea?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Maratea. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Messina to Maratea?

The distance between Messina and Maratea is 266 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Maratea without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Messina to Maratea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Maratea train from?

Messina to Maratea train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity Night, depart from Messina Centrale station.

Where does the Messina to Maratea train arrive?

Messina to Maratea train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity Night, arrive at Maratea station.

Where can I stay near Maratea?

There are 656+ hotels available in Maratea.

Messina to Maratea - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, night train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Messina to Maratea by ferry, train, night train, 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Marateatrain 8158 / ...
3h 45m
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Messina Centrale to Marateanighttrain Ini
4h 52m
€30–50
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanniferry
2. Drive from Villa San Giovanni to Marateacar
4h 3m
€42–68

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Messina to Maratea.

Launch map view

Distance: 266.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Trenitalia Intercity Night operates a vehicle from Messina Centrale to Maratea once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 4h 52m.

Train operators

Ferry operators

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