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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Syracuse is to bus via Catania Airport (CTA) which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Syracuse is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Syracuse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at Siracusa - Corso Umberto. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Messina and Syracuse?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Siracusa. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Messina to Syracuse?

The distance between Messina and Syracuse is 163 km. The road distance is 156.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Syracuse without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €8 - €23.

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

The bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Siracusa - Corso Umberto takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Messina to Syracuse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Messina to Syracuse train from?

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

Train or bus from Messina to Syracuse?

The best way to get from Messina to Syracuse is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €8 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €21 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Messina to Syracuse bus arrive?

Messina to Syracuse bus services, operated by SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, arrive at Siracusa - Corso Umberto station.

Where does the Messina to Syracuse train arrive?

Messina to Syracuse train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Siracusa station.

Can I drive from Messina to Syracuse?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Syracuse is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Messina to Syracuse.

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

Book your Messina to Syracuse train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Syracuse?

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Messina to Syracuse - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Messina to Syracuse by bus, train (Trenitalia), 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 Siracusa - Corso Umberto
2h 35m
€8–23
Train
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to SiracusaRe / ...
2h 45m
€11–21
Drive 156.3 km
1. Drive from Messina to Syracuse156.3 km
1h 49m
€25–36
Bus via Catania Airport (CTA)
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure TerminalSais Autolinee AGG-182 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania Airport to Siracusa - Von PlatenCatania
2h 46m
€12–16

Messina to Syracuse by bus

19Weekly Buses

2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.3 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro operates a bus from Messina - Piazza della Repubblica to Siracusa - Corso Umberto twice daily. Tickets cost €11–15 and the journey takes 2h 35m. FlixBus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Messina Centrale to Siracusa every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily.

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