- Must visit
Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare di Messina
Messina’s main museum preserves major Sicilian artworks, including masterpieces by Caravaggio and Antonello-linked treasures, essential for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
19 h 10 m
Average duration
20 h 31 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
1005 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Turin to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Turin to Messina will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 15 buses that leave Turin for Messina on Mon, Aug 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct buses cover the 1005 km distance in an average of 20 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 10 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest buses will take 21 h 45 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.
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3887Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Turin to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 624 miles (1005 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price |
20h 48m Average total duration 20h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 31m Average total duration Fastest 15h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Turin to Messina:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Turin to Messina costing on average $135 (€109).
Other travel options to Messina take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 1m.
Bus takes on average 20h 18m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
The table below shows live departures for Turin to Messina buses for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 23h40 | 5:55 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 2 transfers | |
2205 · 3887 | 7:00 PM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 24h45 | 7:45 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
2205 · 3887 | 7:25 PM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 24h20 | 7:45 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
3897 · 3887 | 8:20 PM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 23h25 | 7:45 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
3897 · 3887 | 8:45 PM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 23h00 | 7:45 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 23h00 | 7:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto) | 22h10 | 7:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
3887 | 10:00 PM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 21h45 | 7:45 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 21h05 | 7:50 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 23h35 | 6:20 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 2 transfers | |
2125 | 7:25 AM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 22h20 | 5:45 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 7:50 AM Torino, Stazione Torino Stura | 21h55 | 5:45 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto) | 21h10 | 6:20 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 19h25 | 6:20 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) | 19h10 | 11:10 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Turin to Messina run on average 12 times per day, taking around 20h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 624 miles (1005 km) distance in 19h 10m.
Distance 624 miles (1005 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 19h 10m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Discover the best of Messina — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Messina trip today.
Messina’s main museum preserves major Sicilian artworks, including masterpieces by Caravaggio and Antonello-linked treasures, essential for art lovers.
A church museum displaying liturgical art, silverwork, and historic objects tied to Messina Cathedral and the city’s religious heritage.
A small local gallery and exhibition space used for cultural displays, suitable for visitors seeking contemporary community art in Messina.
Messina’s main cathedral square is the city’s ceremonial heart, ideal for seeing the Duomo, fountain, and clock tower together.
This scenic viewpoint area beside Cristo Re offers one of the best panoramas over Messina, the harbor curve, and Calabria beyond.
This central piazza is dominated by Orion Fountain and elegant facades, making it one of the city’s most photogenic public spaces.
A layered baked pasta timbale with ragù, eggplant, cheese, and sometimes meatballs. A festive Sicilian classic closely tied to family Sunday meals.
A crisp fried rice ball, usually filled with ragù, peas, and cheese. A beloved Sicilian street food found in bars and bakeries across Messina.
Soft sweet brioche served with granita, especially for breakfast. In Messina it is a warm-weather ritual and a signature part of Sicilian café culture.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with creative Sicilian seafood and tasting menus in an elegant setting inside Hotel Messenion.
Historic pastry café famed for granita, brioche, gelato, and Sicilian breakfast classics. A traditional stop with a strong local reputation.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving swordfish, shellfish, and classic Sicilian fish dishes in a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Rooms and meals are often cheaper than in Rome or Milan, while local buses and ferries stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Turin to Messina 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 Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Turin to Messina buses use the Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) to Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) station pair. Use this guide to compare Turin and Messina bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) is 2 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Ristorante Italia (0.2 km), Trattoria Torino (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus).
Available at Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torino, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II (Terminal Bus): Elevators, ramps.
Torino, Stazione Torino Stura is 5 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Torino, Stazione Torino Stura has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Torino, Stazione Torino Stura. ATMs are available at Torino, Stazione Torino Stura.
Ticket office support is available at Torino, Stazione Torino Stura.
Available at Torino, Stazione Torino Stura: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torino, Stazione Torino Stura: Wheelchair accessible entry and exit points.
Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto) is 5 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto). ATMs are available at Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto).
Ticket office support is available at Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto).
Available at Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Turin, Via Mario Pannunzio / Corso Caio Plinio (Stazione Lingotto): Limited access for disabled individuals.
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