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

The cheapest way to get from Zakynthos to Messina is to fly and train which costs €100 - €390 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zakynthos to Messina is to fly and train which takes 9h 49m and costs €100 - €390.

Is there a direct bus between Zakynthos and Messina?

No, there is no direct bus from Zakynthos to Messina. However, there are services departing from Zakynthos and arriving at Messina - Piazza della Repubblica via Patras, Agrínio and Vlorë. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 48m.

How far is it from Zakynthos to Messina?

The distance between Zakynthos and Messina is 619 km.

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

The best way to get from Zakynthos to Messina without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 28h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 49m to get from Zakynthos to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zakynthos to Messina bus from?

Zakynthos to Messina bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, depart from Zakynthos station.

Where does the Zakynthos to Messina bus arrive?

Zakynthos to Messina bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, arrive at Patras station.

What is the time difference between Zakynthos and Messina?

Messina is 1h behind Zakynthos. It is currently 1:24 AM in Zakynthos and 12:24 AM in Messina.

Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1010+ hotels available in Messina.

Zakynthos to Messina - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Zakynthos to Messina by plane, train, busferry, bus, or ferry

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, train
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1. Fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane ZTH - CTA
2. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Messina Centraletrain
9h 49m
€101–383
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Patrasbusferry
2. Take the bus from Patras to Agriniobus
3. Take the bus from Agrínio to Vlorëbus
4. Take the busferry from Vlorë to Messina - Piazza della Repubblicabusferry
28h 48m
Bus and ferry, ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Patrasbusferry
2. Take the ferry from Port of Patras to Port of Bariferry
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Lamezia Terme C.train Ic
4. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Villa S.Giovannitrain Re
5. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry V1 / ...
29h 26m
Fly to Naples Airport, train, ferry
1. Fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane ZTH - NAP
2. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Villa San Giovannitrain
3. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry
10h 10m
Bus and ferry, bus via Sarandë
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Patrasbusferry
2. Take the bus from Patra to Sarandëbus
3. Take the bus from Sarandë to Vlore , stationbus
4. Take the busferry from Vlorë to Messina - Piazza della Repubblicabusferry
31h 16m

Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) flights

5Weekly Planes

5h 37mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Zakynthos to Messina.

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Distance: 619.1 km
Duration: 9h 49m

What companies run services between Zakynthos, Greece and Messina, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Zakynthos to Messina. However, you can take the bus to Zakinthos Airport, walk to Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) airport, fly to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), walk to Catania Airport, take the bus to Catania Via Archimede, walk to Catania Centrale, then take the train to Messina Centrale. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Zakynthos to Messina - Piazza della Repubblica via Patras, Patras, Agrinio, Agrínio, Vlorë, and Vlorë in around 28h 48m.

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