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

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Messina is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Messina is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Messina?

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

Is there a direct train between Palermo and Messina?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palermo Centrale and arriving at Messina Centrale. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Palermo to Messina?

The distance between Palermo and Messina is 224 km. The road distance is 228 km.

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

The best way to get from Palermo to Messina without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €12 - €18.

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

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

Where do I catch the Palermo to Messina bus from?

Palermo to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello station.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Messina train from?

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

Train or bus from Palermo to Messina?

The best way to get from Palermo to Messina is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €12 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €26 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Palermo to Messina bus arrive?

Palermo to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura station.

Where does the Palermo to Messina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palermo to Messina?

Yes, the driving distance between Palermo to Messina is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Palermo to Messina.

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

Book your Palermo to Messina train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Messina.

Can I share a ride from Palermo to Messina?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Palermo to Messina 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 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Messina Viale Boccetta PalaculturaSais Autolinee / ...
2h 40m
€12–18
Train
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale5354 / ...
2h 44m
€13–26
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Palermo to Milazzo
2. Take the bus from Milazzo to Messina
7h 10m
€70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Palermo to Messina225.9 km
2h 52m
€13
Drive 228 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Messina228 km
2h 25m
€36–51

Palermo to Messina by bus

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Distance: 224.1 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily.

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