- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Regionale Pietro Griffo
Agrigento’s main archaeological museum, with major finds from Akragas and the Valley of the Temples. Essential for understanding the ancient city.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 05
4 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 34 m
Buses on Sep 05
21
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Messina to Agrigento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Agrigento will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 21 buses from Messina to Agrigento, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
FlixBus
Regionale 5359 · treno 5454 effettuato con bus PA970
Regionale 5353 · treno 5442 effettuato con bus PA920
Regionale 5361 · treno 5456 effettuato con bus PA978
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
Regionale 5369 · treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA000
Intercity 723+
treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA996Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Agrigento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Agrigento:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Agrigento costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Agrigento take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€27). The journey takes 4h 42m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:49AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:49AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:51AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:51AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:01AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:01AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:36AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:36AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h17 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 7h17 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:56AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:56AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:06AM | Arrival Time 03:48PM | Duration 7h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:43AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h12 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:43AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 8h12 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h28 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h28 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:32PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h23 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:32PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 7h23 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:37PM | Arrival Time 10:03PM | Duration 7h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:37PM | Arrival Time 10:03PM | Duration 7h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:47PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:47PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:14PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:14PM | Arrival Time 12:01AM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Agrigento buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5359 · treno 5452 effettuato con bus PA962 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 7h12 | 5:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5359 · treno 5452 effettuato con bus PA962 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 7h12 | 5:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5361 · treno 5456 effettuato con bus PA978 | 12:27 PM Messina Centrale | 7h28 | 7:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5361 · treno 5456 effettuato con bus PA978 | 12:27 PM Messina Centrale | 7h28 | 7:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 · treno 5456 effettuato con bus PA978 | 12:32 PM Messina Centrale | 7h23 | 7:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 · treno 5456 effettuato con bus PA978 | 12:32 PM Messina Centrale | 7h23 | 7:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 · treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA992 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 7h26 | 10:03 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 · treno 5520 effettuato con bus PA326 · treno 21571 effettuato con bus PA317 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 7h02 | 9:39 PM Agrigento Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 · treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA992 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 7h26 | 10:03 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 · treno 5520 effettuato con bus PA326 · treno 21571 effettuato con bus PA317 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 7h02 | 9:39 PM Agrigento Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 723+ treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA996 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 6h47 | 10:47 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 723+ treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA996 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 6h47 | 10:47 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5369 · treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA000 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 6h47 | 12:01 AM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5369 · treno 5460 effettuato con bus PA000 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 6h47 | 12:01 AM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 4h25 | 12:20 AM Agrigento, Piazzale Rosselli | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 5h00 | 11:25 AM Agrigento, Piazzale Rosselli | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 4h50 | 11:25 AM Agrigento, Piazzale Rosselli | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5353 · treno 5442 effettuato con bus PA920 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 7h19 | 1:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5353 · treno 5442 effettuato con bus PA920 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 7h19 | 1:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5355 · treno 5446 effettuato con bus PA936 | 7:56 AM Messina Centrale | 7h59 | 3:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5355 · treno 5446 effettuato con bus PA936 | 7:56 AM Messina Centrale | 7h59 | 3:55 PM Agrigento Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Messina to Agrigento run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:53, the last at 19:55. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 59m |
First bus 4:53 AM |
Last bus 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Agrigento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Agrigento trip today.
Agrigento’s main archaeological museum, with major finds from Akragas and the Valley of the Temples. Essential for understanding the ancient city.
Birthplace museum of Luigi Pirandello, preserving manuscripts, rooms, and memories of the Nobel Prize writer in a scenic countryside setting.
Museum area associated with the Roman and Hellenistic quarter. It helps visitors connect excavated urban remains with daily life in ancient Akragas.
The signature archaeological landscape of Agrigento, combining temple ruins, walking paths, and golden light. It is the city’s defining visitor experience.
Coastal cliff and sea-view area in the Agrigento district, popular for scenery and recent social-media attention. Best paired with nearby beach time.
Lush historic garden inside the archaeological park, with citrus groves, irrigation channels, and shaded paths. A beautiful contrast to the temples.
Sicilian semolina pasta with tomato, fried eggplant, salted ricotta, and basil. A classic local first course tied to summer produce and island flavors.
Small rice balls stuffed with ragù, peas, and cheese, then breaded and fried. A beloved Sicilian street food found across Agrigento.
Couscous with fish broth and seafood, reflecting Sicily's Arab and coastal heritage. Common in western Sicily and appreciated in Agrigento province.
Refined Michelin-starred dining inside Hotel Villa Athena near the Valley of the Temples, focused on elegant Sicilian ingredients and polished service.
Well-known traditional Sicilian restaurant in Agrigento, appreciated for local seafood, pasta, and a warm classic atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for pizza and Sicilian dishes, known for generous portions and a relaxed setting convenient for central Agrigento.
Moderate for Sicily: hotels and dining are fair, local buses are cheap, and tourist-site areas cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% at restaurants for very good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Agrigento by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Agrigento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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