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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Split is to train and fly which costs €75 - €280 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Split is to train and fly which takes 8h 36m and costs €75 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Split?

No, there is no direct bus from Messina station to Split. However, there are services departing from Messina Main Train Station and arriving at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 35m.

How far is it from Messina to Split?

The distance between Messina and Split is 806 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Split without a car is to ferry and train via Villach which takes 28h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Messina to Split, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Split bus from?

Messina to Split bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Messina Main Train Station.

Where does the Messina to Split bus arrive?

Messina to Split bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

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

Book your Messina to Split bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 16312+ hotels available in Split.

Messina to Split - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Messina to Split by train, plane, ferry, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centraletrain
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Split Airport (SPU)plane CTA - SPU
8h 36m
€76–274
Ferry to Reggio Calabria Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Reggio di Calabriaferry
2. Fly from Reggio Calabria Airport (REG) to Split Airport (SPU)plane REG - SPU
12h 7m
€71–270
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanniferry
2. Drive from Villa San Giovanni to Baricar
3. Take the ferry from Bari to Dubrovnikferry 54
4. Drive from Dubrovnik to Splitcar
17h 21m
€167–262
Ferry, train via Villach
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train 319 / ...
5. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Splittrain Ic
28h 11m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Messina Main Train Station to Bologna Centralebus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Split, Autobusni Kolodvorbus N535
29h 35m
€93–218
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Lamezia Terme C.train Ic
3. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Bari Centraletrain Ic
4. Take the ferry from Bari to Splitferry 56
18h 39m
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Messina Main Train Station to Bari FS Park - Via Capruzzibus Itabus
2. Take the ferry from Bari to Splitferry 56
19h 39m
€159–262

Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Split Airport (SPU) flights

30Weekly Planes

4h 23mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 805.7 km
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Split, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Messina Main Train Station to Split, Autobusni Kolodvor via Bologna Centrale in around 29h 35m.

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