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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Palermo is to rideshare which costs €11 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Palermo is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Palermo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina Viale Boccetta and arriving at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Palermo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Palermo Centrale. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Messina to Palermo?

The distance between Messina and Palermo is 222 km. The road distance is 227.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Palermo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €12 - €17.

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

The bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Messina to Palermo bus from?

Messina to Palermo bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Messina Viale Boccetta station.

Where do I catch the Messina to Palermo train from?

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

Train or bus from Messina to Palermo?

The best way to get from Messina to Palermo is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €12 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €26 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Messina to Palermo bus arrive?

Messina to Palermo bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello station.

Where does the Messina to Palermo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Messina to Palermo?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Palermo is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Messina to Palermo.

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

Book your Messina to Palermo train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Palermo?

There are 5823+ hotels available in Palermo.

Can I share a ride from Messina to Palermo?

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

Messina to Palermo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Messina to Palermo by bus, train (Trenitalia), ferry, 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 Viale Boccetta to Palermo Via Tommaso FazelloSais Autolinee 8863 / ...
2h 40m
€12–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Messina to Palermo225.4 km
2h 53m
€11
Train
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo CentraleRe / ...
2h 51m
€13–26
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina to Milazzo
2. Take the ferry from Milazzo to Palermo
7h 15m
€69–70
Drive 227.2 km
1. Drive from Messina to Palermo227.2 km
2h 27m
€35–51

Messina to Palermo by bus

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 221.6 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily.

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