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

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Trapani is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Messina to Trapani is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Messina and Trapani?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Messina and arriving at Trapani. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Messina to Trapani?

The distance between Messina and Trapani is 331 km. The road distance is 315.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Messina to Trapani without a car is to bus via Palermo which takes 4h 48m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Messina to Trapani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Messina to Trapani bus from?

Messina to Trapani bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Messina station.

Where does the Messina to Trapani bus arrive?

Messina to Trapani bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trapani station.

Can I drive from Messina to Trapani?

Yes, the driving distance between Messina to Trapani is 316 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Messina to Trapani.

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

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

Where can I stay near Trapani?

There are 1981+ hotels available in Trapani.

Messina to Trapani - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and car ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Messina to Trapani by bus, train, car, plane, or car ferry

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

Bus via Palermo
best
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Palermo Via Tommaso FazelloSais Autolinee 8863 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palermo Terminal Bus to Trapani Via MarsalaSegesta Autolinee SE01
4h 48m
€23–33
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanni
2. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni-Piazza Stazione to Trapani Imbarco Aliscafo Liberty LinesAutoservizi Salemi S201
7h 30m
€16–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo CentraleRe / ...
2. Take the bus from Palermo Terminal Bus to Trapani Via MarsalaSegesta Autolinee SE01
4h 59m
€25–42
Drive 315.9 km
1. Drive from Messina to Trapani315.9 km
3h 40m
€49–70
Bus, fly to Trapani Airport
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Trapani Airport (TPS)CTA - TPS
7h 35m
€75–312
Train, bus via Palermo Airport (PMO)
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo CentraleRe
2. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Palermo AeroportoRe
3. Take the bus from Palermo Airport Bus Stop to Trapani Via Marsala
5h 43m
€27–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Messina to Trapani582 / ...
7h
€18–35
Bus, fly to Palermo Airport
1. Take the bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Departure Terminal
2. Fly from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to Palermo Airport (PMO)CTA - PMO
3. Take the bus from Palermo Airport Bus Stop to Trapani Via Marsala
6h 24m
€86–222

Messina to Trapani by bus

38Weekly Buses

4h 48mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.1 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Messina Viale Boccetta to Trapani Via Marsala via Palermo Terminal Bus in around 4h 48m.

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