What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region) is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region) is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Palermo (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina to Palermo (Region). However, there are services departing from Messina and arriving at Vicari via Palermo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

The distance between Messina and Palermo (Region) is 231 km. The road distance is 218.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region) without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €40 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Messina to Palermo (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Palermo (Region) bus from?

Messina to Palermo (Region) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Messina station.

Train or bus from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

The best way to get from Messina to Palermo (Region) is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €40 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Messina to Palermo (Region) bus arrive?

Messina to Palermo (Region) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Palermo station.

Can I drive from Messina to Palermo (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Palermo (Region) is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Messina to Palermo (Region).

Where can I stay near Palermo (Region)?

There are 929+ hotels available in Palermo (Region).

Messina to Palermo (Region) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Messina to Palermo (Region) by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Termini Imeresetrain Re / ...
3h 46m
€41–78
Drive 218.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Messina to Palermo (Region)car 218.2 km
2h 40m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Messina to Palermobus N592 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palermo to Vicaribus
6h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Messina to Palermo (Region).

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Distance: 231.1 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Palermo (Region), Sicily, Italy?

Trenitalia operates a train from Messina Centrale to Termini Imerese every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Messina to Vicari via Palermo in around 6h 35m.

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