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

The cheapest way to get from Sicily to Port of Messina is to bus which costs €13 - €20 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sicily to Port of Messina is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sicily to Port of Messina. However, there are services departing from Galilei Giotto and arriving at Messina Piazza della Repubblica via Palermo Oreto Orsi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sicily to Port of Messina. However, there are services departing from Palermo Notarbartolo and arriving at Messina Centrale via Palermo Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Sicily to Port of Messina?

The distance between Sicily and Port of Messina is 229 km. The road distance is 230.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sicily to Port of Messina without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €23 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Sicily to Port of Messina, including transfers.

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

Sicily to Port of Messina bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Palermo Oreto Orsi station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sicily to Port of Messina?

The best way to get from Sicily to Port of Messina is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs €23 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Sicily to Port of Messina bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sicily to Port of Messina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sicily to Port of Messina?

Yes, the driving distance between Sicily to Port of Messina is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Sicily to Port of Messina.

Where can I stay near Port of Messina?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Port of Messina.

Sicily to Port of Messina - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centraletrain 5354 / ...
4h 7m
€24–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Messina Piazza della Repubblicabus Sais Autolinee 8902 / ...
4h 37m
€13–19
Drive 230.9 km
1. Drive from Palermo to Port of Messinacar 230.9 km
2h 29m
€36–52

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Distance: 228.6 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

Trenitalia operates a train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale hourly. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, SAIS Autolinee operates a bus from Palermo Oreto Orsi to Messina Piazza della Repubblica once daily. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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