What is the cheapest way to get from Scalea to Taormina?

The cheapest way to get from Scalea to Taormina is to drive and car ferry which costs €60 - €100 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scalea to Taormina?

The fastest way to get from Scalea to Taormina is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 6m and costs €60 - €100.

How far is it from Scalea to Taormina?

The distance between Scalea and Taormina is 273 km.

How do I travel from Scalea to Taormina without a car?

The best way to get from Scalea to Taormina without a car is to train and ferry which takes 4h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Scalea to Taormina?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Scalea to Taormina, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Taormina?

There are 3410+ hotels available in Taormina.

Scalea to Taormina - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, and car ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Scalea to Taormina by train, ferry, car, or car ferry

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Villa S.Giovannitrain Ic
2. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry V1 / ...
3. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Taormina-Giardinitrain Re
4h 29m
Drive, car ferry
cheapest
1. Drive from Scalea to Villa S. Giovannicar
2. Take the car ferry from Villa S. Giovanni to Tresmestiericarferry
3. Drive from Tresmestieri to Taorminacar
4h 6m
€61–97

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Distance: 272.8 km
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Scalea, Italy and Taormina, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Scalea to Taormina. However, you can take the train to Villa S.Giovanni, walk to Villa S.Giovanni, take the ferry to Messina Marittima, walk to Messina Centrale, then take the train to Taormina-Giardini. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Scalea to Taormina via Villa S. Giovanni and Tresmestieri in around 4h 6m.

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