What is the cheapest way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina?

The cheapest way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina is to rideshare which costs €35 and takes 8h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina?

The fastest way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina is to fly and ferry which takes 4h 52m and costs €65 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Rome, Termini and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Rome, Termini to Messina. However, there are services departing from Termini and arriving at Messina via Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rome, Termini and Messina?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Messina Centrale. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Rome, Termini to Messina?

The distance between Rome, Termini and Messina is 639 km.

How do I travel from Rome, Termini to Messina without a car?

The best way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 5h 58m and costs €65 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Rome, Termini to Messina?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Rome, Termini to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome, Termini to Messina bus from?

Rome, Termini to Messina bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Rome, Termini to Messina train from?

Rome, Termini to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome, Termini to Messina?

The best way to get from Rome, Termini to Messina is to bus which takes 10h 43m and costs €29 - €95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €150 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Rome, Termini to Messina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rome, Termini to Messina train arrive?

Rome, Termini to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Messina Centrale station.

How do I get a train ticket from Rome, Termini to Messina?

Book your Rome, Termini to Messina train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1170+ hotels available in Messina.

Can I share a ride from Rome, Termini to Messina?

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

Rome, Termini to Messina - 11 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Rome, Termini to Messina by train, car ferry, bus, night train, rideshare, ferry, train (Trenitalia), car, or plane

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

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Villa S.Giovannitrain Fr / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittimacarferry
5h 58m
€68–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Messinabus N590 / ...
10h 43m
€30–94
Night train
1. Take the night train from Roma Termini to Messina Centralenighttrain Ini
8h 59m
€60–120
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Rome to Messinarideshare 487.3 km
8h 57m
€35
Train, car ferry via Villa S.Giovanni
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Villa S.Giovannitrain 8111
2. Take the car ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittimacarferry
7h 7m
€84–199
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Afragolatrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Napoli Afragola to Villa S.Giovannitrain Fr / ...
3. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry V1 / ...
7h 10m
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Messina Centraletrain Ic
8h 9m
€65–150
Drive, ferry
1. Drive from Rome, Termini to Villa San Giovannicar
2. Take the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry
6h 56m
€110–159
Fly to Reggio Calabria Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Reggio Calabria Airport (REG)plane FCO - REG
2. Take the ferry from Reggio di Calabria to Messina Marittimaferry
4h 52m
€65–177
Fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane FCO - CTA
2. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Messina Centraletrain
5h 55m
€40–140
Fly to Lamezia Terme International Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)plane FCO - SUF
2. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Villa S.Giovannitrain
3. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry
5h 35m

Rome, Termini to Messina by train and car ferry

103Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rome, Termini to Messina.

Launch map view

Distance: 639.1 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Rome, Termini, Italy and Messina, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Messina 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 9h 30m. Autoservizi Salemi Srl also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Trenitalia Intercity Night operates a vehicle from Roma Termini to Messina Centrale twice daily. Tickets cost €60–120 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.