The average train between Sicily and Messina takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Sicily to Messina. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Sicily and Messina. The earliest departure is at 12:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Sicily is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Messina at 11:32 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Sicily to Messina? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sicily to Messina. However, there are services departing from Sicily station and arriving at Messina station via Messina Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Sicily to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Palermo Centrale station.
Sicily to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Messina Centrale station.
Book your Sicily to Messina train tickets online with Trenitalia and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Sicily and Messina is 139.9 km. The road distance is 227 km.
Trenitalia operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 3 times a day.