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

The cheapest way to get from Balestrate to Taormina is to train which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balestrate to Taormina is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Balestrate and Taormina?

No, there is no direct bus from Balestrate to Taormina. However, there are services departing from Alcamo via Gulliver and arriving at Taormina - Via Luigi Pirandello via Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello and Catania via Archimede. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Balestrate and Taormina?

No, there is no direct train from Balestrate to Taormina. However, there are services departing from Balestrate and arriving at Taormina-Giardini via Piraineto, Palermo Centrale and Messina Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Balestrate to Taormina?

The distance between Balestrate and Taormina is 339 km. The road distance is 261.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Balestrate to Taormina without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Balestrate to Taormina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balestrate to Taormina bus from?

Balestrate to Taormina bus services, operated by Segesta Autolinee S.p.A., depart from Alcamo via Gulliver station.

Where do I catch the Balestrate to Taormina train from?

Balestrate to Taormina train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train or bus from Balestrate to Taormina?

The best way to get from Balestrate to Taormina is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Balestrate to Taormina bus arrive?

Balestrate to Taormina bus services, operated by Segesta Autolinee S.p.A., arrive at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello station.

Where does the Balestrate to Taormina train arrive?

Balestrate to Taormina train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Messina Centrale station.

Can I drive from Balestrate to Taormina?

Yes, the driving distance between Balestrate to Taormina is 262 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Balestrate to Taormina.

How do I get a train ticket from Balestrate to Taormina?

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Where can I stay near Taormina?

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Balestrate to Taormina - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Balestrate to Taormina by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Alcamo via Gulliver to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazellobus
2. Take the bus from Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello to Catania Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Catania via Archimede to Taormina - Via Luigi Pirandellobus
6h 35m
€43–73
Train (Trenitalia)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centraletrain 5354 / ...
2. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Taormina-Giardinitrain Re / ...
7h 45m
€37–74
Drive 261.6 km
1. Drive from Balestrate to Taorminacar 261.6 km
4h 17m
€42–60
Fly, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Catania–Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)plane PMO - CTA
2. Take the train from Catania Centrale to Taormina-Giardinitrain
6h 45m
€76–220

Balestrate to Taormina by train (Trenitalia)

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7h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.9 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a vehicle from Balestrate to Taormina - Via Luigi Pirandello via Alcamo via Gulliver, Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello, and Catania via Archimede in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balestrate to Taormina-Giardini via Piraineto, Palermo Centrale, and Messina Centrale in around 7h 45m.

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