What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily?

The fastest way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Messina and Sicily?

No, there is no direct bus from Port of Messina to Sicily. However, there are services departing from Messina Piazza della Repubblica and arriving at John Lennon 100 via Regione Siciliana Oreto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Port of Messina and Sicily?

No, there is no direct train from Port of Messina to Sicily. However, there are services departing from Messina Centrale and arriving at Palermo Notarbartolo via Palermo Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Port of Messina to Sicily?

The distance between Port of Messina and Sicily is 229 km. The road distance is 230.2 km.

How do I travel from Port of Messina to Sicily without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €24 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Port of Messina to Sicily?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Port of Messina to Sicily, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port of Messina to Sicily bus from?

Port of Messina to Sicily bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Messina Piazza della Repubblica station.

Where do I catch the Port of Messina to Sicily train from?

Port of Messina to Sicily train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Messina Centrale station.

Train or bus from Port of Messina to Sicily?

The best way to get from Port of Messina to Sicily is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €24 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Port of Messina to Sicily bus arrive?

Port of Messina to Sicily bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Palermo Via Oreto station.

Where does the Port of Messina to Sicily train arrive?

Port of Messina to Sicily train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Palermo Centrale station.

Can I drive from Port of Messina to Sicily?

Yes, the driving distance between Port of Messina to Sicily is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Port of Messina to Sicily.

Where can I stay near Sicily?

There are 6398+ hotels available in Sicily.

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There are 3 ways to get from Port of Messina to Sicily by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centraletrain Re / ...
3h 42m
€25–51
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Palermo Via Oretobus Sais Autolinee 8863 / ...
3h 57m
€14–19
Drive 230.2 km
1. Drive from Port of Messina to Palermocar 230.2 km
2h 32m
€36–52

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Distance: 228.6 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Port of Messina, Italy and Sicily, Italy?

Trenitalia operates a train from Messina Centrale to Palermo Centrale hourly. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Palermo Via Oreto once daily. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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