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

The cheapest way to get from Split to Messina is to ferry and car ferry and train which costs €100 - €220 and takes 22h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Split to Messina is to fly and bus which takes 8h 30m and costs €90 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Split station to Messina. However, there are services departing from Split Bus Station and arriving at Messina - Piazza della Repubblica via Tivat, Autobuska stanica and Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 12m.

How far is it from Split to Messina?

The distance between Split and Messina is 807 km.

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

The best way to get from Split to Messina without a car is to shuttle and car ferry and bus which takes 22h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Split to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split to Messina bus from?

Split to Messina bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, depart from Split Bus Station.

Where does the Split to Messina bus arrive?

Split to Messina bus services, operated by Croatia Bus, arrive at Tivat, Autobuska stanica station.

Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1009+ hotels available in Messina.

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

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

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

Fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)SPU - CTA
2. Take the bus from Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Stop to Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura
8h 30m
€94–347
Drive, car ferry, ferry
1. Drive from Split to Dubrovnik
2. Take the car ferry from Dubrovnik to Port of Bari54
3. Drive from Port of Bari to Villa San Giovanni
4. Take the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittima
17h 42m
€176–225
Shuttle, car ferry, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Split to Dubrovnik
2. Take the car ferry from Dubrovnik to Port of Bari54
3. Take the bus from Bari FS Park - Via Capruzzi to Messina Main Train Station
22h 29m
Fly to Palermo Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Palermo Airport (PMO)SPU - PMO
2. Take the train from Palermo Aeroporto to Messina Centrale
10h 37m
€108–298
Fly to Reggio Calabria Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Reggio Calabria Airport (REG)SPU - REG
2. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittima
13h 10m
Ferry, car ferry, train via Santa Eufemia Lamezia
1. Take the ferry from Port of Split to Dubrovnik654
2. Take the car ferry from Dubrovnik to Port of Bari54
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Lamezia Terme C.Ic
4. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Villa S.GiovanniIc
5. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina MarittimaV1 / ...
20h 49m
Ferry, car ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Port of Split to Dubrovnik654
2. Take the car ferry from Dubrovnik to Port of Bari54
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Villa S.GiovanniIc
4. Take the car ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittima
22h 41m
€109–220
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Tivat, Autobuska stanica
2. Take the bus from Tivat, Autobuska stanica to Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave
3. Take the busferry from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Messina - Piazza della Repubblica
32h 12m

Split Airport (SPU) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) flights

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 806.7 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Messina, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Split to Messina. However, you can take the shuttle to Split Airport, walk to Split Airport (SPU) airport, fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), walk to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Stop, then take the bus to Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Split to Messina Marittima via Dubrovnik, Port of Bari, and Villa San Giovanni in around 17h 42m.

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