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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Otranto is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Otranto is to ferry and drive which takes 6h 32m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Otranto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Otranto, Via Orte. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Messina to Otranto?

The distance between Messina and Otranto is 459 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Otranto without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs €30 - €40.

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

The bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Otranto, Via Orte takes 8h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Messina to Otranto bus from?

Messina to Otranto bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, depart from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where does the Messina to Otranto bus arrive?

Messina to Otranto bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Otranto, Via Orte station.

Where can I stay near Otranto?

There are 2018+ hotels available in Otranto.

Messina to Otranto - 2 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Messina to Otranto by bus, ferry, 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 Otranto, Via Orte
8h 20m
€30–40
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanni
2. Drive from Villa San Giovanni to Otranto
6h 32m
€77–112

Messina to Otranto by bus

12Weekly Buses

8h 20mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Messina to Otranto.

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Distance: 458.7 km
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Otranto, Apulia, Italy?

SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro operates a bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Otranto, Via Orte twice daily. Tickets cost €30–40 and the journey takes 8h 20m.

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