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

The cheapest way to get from Scalea to Messina is to night train which costs €20 - €45 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scalea to Messina is to drive and ferry which takes 3h 24m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Scalea and Messina?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao and arriving at Messina Centrale. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Scalea to Messina?

The distance between Scalea and Messina is 225 km.

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

The best way to get from Scalea to Messina without a car is to train and ferry which takes 3h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Scalea to Messina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scalea to Messina train from?

Scalea to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity Night, depart from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao station.

Where does the Scalea to Messina train arrive?

Scalea to Messina train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity Night, arrive at Messina Centrale station.

Where can I stay near Messina?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Messina.

Scalea to Messina - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, night train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Scalea to Messina by train, ferry, night train, or car

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Villa S.Giovannitrain Ic
2. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry V1 / ...
3h
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Messina Centralenighttrain Ini
4h 34m
€20–45
Drive, ferry
1. Drive from Scalea to Villa San Giovannicar
2. Take the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittimaferry
3h 24m
€38–55

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Distance: 225.4 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Scalea, Italy and Messina, Italy?

Trenitalia Intercity Night operates a vehicle from Scalea-S.Domen.Talao to Messina Centrale twice daily. Tickets cost €20–45 and the journey takes 4h 34m.

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