What is the cheapest way to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio?

The cheapest way to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio is to ferry and drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio?

The fastest way to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio is to ferry and drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €21 - €35.

How far is it from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio?

The distance between Messina and Santa Caterina dello Ionio is 173 km.

How do I travel from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio without a car?

The best way to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Santa Caterina dello Ionio?

There are 387+ hotels available in Santa Caterina dello Ionio.

Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio - 3 ways to travel via train, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio by ferry, train, bus, or car

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

Ferry, train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the train from Reggio Calabria C.Le to Monasterace-Stilotrain Re
3h 46m
Ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa San Giovanniferry
2. Drive from Villa San Giovanni to Santa Caterina dello Ioniocar
1h 57m
€21–32
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni to Stilobus
4h 5m

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Distance: 172.6 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Messina, Italy and Santa Caterina dello Ionio, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Messina to Santa Caterina dello Ionio. However, you can take the ferry to Villa S.Giovanni, walk to Villa S.Giovanni, take the train to Reggio Calabria C.Le, take the train to Monasterace-Stilo, then take the taxi to Santa Caterina dello Ionio. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Messina Marittima to Santa Caterina dello Ionio via Villa S.Giovanni, Villa San Giovanni, and Stilo in around 4h 5m.

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