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

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Messina is to bus via Stazione Centrale Pensilina Esterna which costs €8 and takes 4h 39m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sicily and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Messina. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura via Palermo Oreto Orsi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Sicily and Messina?

No, there is no direct train from Sicily to Messina. However, there are services departing from Palermo Notarbartolo and arriving at Messina Centrale via Palermo Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Sicily to Messina?

The distance between Sicily and Messina is 227 km. The road distance is 228 km.

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

The best way to get from Sicily to Messina without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €16 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Sicily to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Messina bus from?

Sicily to Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

Where do I catch the Sicily to Messina train from?

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

Train or bus from Sicily to Messina?

The best way to get from Sicily to Messina is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs €16 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €19 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Sicily to Messina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sicily to Messina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sicily to Messina?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Messina.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sicily to Messina by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centraletrain 5354 / ...
4h 1m
€16–28
Bus via Stazione Centrale Pensilina Esterna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palermo Terminal Bus to Messina Main Train Stationbus Itabus
4h 39m
€7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Messina Viale Boccetta Palaculturabus Sais Autolinee / ...
4h 11m
€13–18
Drive 228 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Messinacar 228 km
2h 25m
€36–52

Sicily to Messina by train

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Trenitalia S.p.A. operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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