Rome to Messina bus

Wed, Oct 09
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Cheap bus tickets from Rome to Messina

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
FlixBus
08:15PM9h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:50AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$261One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
09:05AM10h45
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:50PMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$261One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Itabus
05:15PM13h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
06:50AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$321One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:50AM7h30
Rome
05:20PMMessina
$441One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
12:00PM9h20
Rome
09:20PMMessina
$561One-way
0 transfers

Rome to Messina bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
FlixBus06:20AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina13h30 07:50PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica1 transfer
FlixBus09:05AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10h45 07:50PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica0 transfersDirect
Itabus05:15PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina13h35 06:50AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica0 transfersDirect
FlixBus06:15PM Rome11h35 05:50AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica1 transfer
FlixBus06:15PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina11h35 05:50AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica1 transfer
Autoservizi Salemi08:00PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8h40 04:40AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica0 transfersDirect
FlixBus08:15PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina9h35 05:50AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica0 transfersDirect
FlixBus11:30PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina12h20 11:50AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica1 transfer

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Bus times from Rome to Messina

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Fastest Journey

8 h 40 m

Average

11 h 26 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

487 km

Of the 8 buses that leave Rome for Messina every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Autoservizi Salemi
08:00PM8h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:40AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$611One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
08:15PM9h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:50AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:05AM10h45
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:50PMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:15PM11h35
Rome
05:50AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$901One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
06:15PM11h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:50AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica
$931One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Rome to Messina

distanceDistance302 miles (487 km)
durationAverage bus duration8 h 40 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$58 (€50)
frequencyBus frequency1 a day
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus providersItabus, Autoservizi Salemi or FlixBus

Buses from Rome to Messina cover the 302 miles (487 km) long route taking on average 8 h 40 min with our travel partners like Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi or FlixBus. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $58 (€50), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $22 (€19).

Bus providers: Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi and FlixBus from Rome to Messina

You can travel by bus to Messina from Rome with Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi and FlixBus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Rome to Messina bus information:

  • Average Duration: 9 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $15
  • FlixBus frequency: 3 a day

Buses from Rome to Messina

The daily bus services from Rome to Messina are different and include connections in the morning, afternoon and evening. The first departure is around 06:30, the last one around 23:15. Not all connections offered are direct: some, in fact, provide for a change in Naples or Sibari, Calabria.

Which bus lines operate the Rome-Messinia route?

Rome Messina direct buses are served by BusCenter, Sais Autolinee, Salemi and Flixbus companies. The latter company also serves connections that provide for a change of bus during the journey with a variable stopover time.

How long does the bus journey Rome-Messina take?

Rome Messina buses that make a direct connection to get to your destination take about 8 to 9 hours. The duration is different if there is an intermediate change in Naples or Sibari: in this case, the time required to travel the route well exceeds 10 hours, arriving around 11-12 hours of travel.

How many buses are there from Rome to Messina?

Depending on the day selected for departure, the number of connections available varies: on weekdays there are about 8 trips, on Saturdays two and on Sundays five. The total is 40 departures per week, distributed over all time slots, but mainly concentrated in the early morning or evening after 21:00.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Rome to Messina?

Tiburtina Car Station:is located a few kilometers from the center to which it is connected by metro with a journey of about 20 minutes. The services offered are: permanent security, SOS columns, three ticket offices, toilets, parking for disabled and pregnant women, monitors with real-time indications of arrivals and departures and free wi-fi.

Piazza della Repubblica: the stop is located near the train station, where there are bars, luggage storage, shops, waiting room and toilets. The bus station is connected to the center, 0.9 km away, by several bus lines and taxis that reach the destination in ten minutes.

FAQs: Bus from Rome to Messina

FAQs: Take the bus from Rome to Messina with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Messina.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Rome to Messina can start from as little as $22 (€19) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Rome to Messina is $58 (€50); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Rome to Messina bus travel time is 8 h 40 min   for the 302 mile (487 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Rome to Messina leaves at 1: 30 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Rome to Messina leaves at 9: 45 PM.
There is 1 bus a day from Rome to Messina which require at least one change with Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the Rome to Messina bus with Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the trip to Messina from Rome as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Rome to Messina by bus is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Messina including taking a train, bus or flight.

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