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The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania to Messina
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $12
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $12
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h 27 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 54
- Distance
- 87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Messina will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $12.
Fast trains
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 54 trains from Catania to Messina, including 42 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
12980 · 216901:27 PM 3h16 Catania Centrale 4:43 PM Fiumara Gazzi $12 1 One-way 1 change- 12978 · 21691
12:54 PM 2h30 Catania Centrale 3:24 PM Fiumara Gazzi $12 1 One-way 1 change - 5372
6:34 PM 1h31 Catania Centrale 8:05 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 5396
6:17 AM 1h33 Catania Centrale 7:50 AM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 12982 · 21693
2:34 PM 2h07 Catania Centrale 4:41 PM Fiumara Gazzi $12 1 One-way 1 change
- 5378
5:19 PM 1h25 Catania Centrale 6:44 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 5378
5:19 PM 1h25 Catania Centrale 6:44 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 5386
3:32 PM 1h26 Catania Centrale 4:58 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 5386
3:32 PM 1h26 Catania Centrale 4:58 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes - 5372
6:34 PM 1h31 Catania Centrale 8:05 PM Messina Centrale $12 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania to Messina
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Trains from Catania to Messina run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $8 by coach.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 13m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $8
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $8
Live departures
Catania to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Messina trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5382 | 10:14 AM Catania Centrale | 1h45 | 11:59 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5382 · 21687 | 10:14 AM Catania Centrale | 2h22 | 12:36 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 5382 | 10:14 AM Catania Centrale | 1h45 | 11:59 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
12970+ BUS L724A | 10:39 AM Catania Centrale | 2h11 | 12:50 PM Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
| 12974 | 11:04 AM Catania Centrale | 1h52 | 12:56 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12974 · 21686 | 11:04 AM Catania Centrale | 2h41 | 1:45 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12974 | 11:04 AM Catania Centrale | 1h52 | 12:56 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12978 · 21691 | 12:54 PM Catania Centrale | 2h30 | 3:24 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12978 | 12:54 PM Catania Centrale | 2h12 | 3:06 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12978 | 12:54 PM Catania Centrale | 2h12 | 3:06 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12980 | 1:27 PM Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 3:36 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12980 · 21690 | 1:27 PM Catania Centrale | 3h16 | 4:43 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12980 | 1:27 PM Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 3:36 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5384 | 2:09 PM Catania Centrale | 1h40 | 3:49 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5384 | 2:09 PM Catania Centrale | 1h40 | 3:49 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12982 · 21693 | 2:34 PM Catania Centrale | 2h07 | 4:41 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12982 | 2:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h56 | 4:30 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12982 | 2:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h56 | 4:30 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5386 | 3:32 PM Catania Centrale | 1h26 | 4:58 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5386 | 3:32 PM Catania Centrale | 1h26 | 4:58 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12986 | 3:35 PM Catania Centrale | 2h27 | 6:02 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12986 | 3:35 PM Catania Centrale | 2h27 | 6:02 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12988 | 4:18 PM Catania Centrale | 1h52 | 6:10 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12988 | 4:18 PM Catania Centrale | 1h52 | 6:10 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12988 | 4:31 PM Catania Ognina | 1h39 | 6:10 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12988 | 4:31 PM Catania Ognina | 1h39 | 6:10 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5378 | 5:19 PM Catania Centrale | 1h25 | 6:44 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5378 | 5:19 PM Catania Centrale | 1h25 | 6:44 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12994 | 5:50 PM Catania Centrale | 2h03 | 7:53 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12994 | 5:50 PM Catania Centrale | 2h03 | 7:53 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5372 | 6:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h31 | 8:05 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5372 | 6:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h31 | 8:05 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5390 | 7:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h34 | 9:08 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5390 | 7:34 PM Catania Centrale | 1h34 | 9:08 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12992 | 7:47 PM Catania Centrale | 1h58 | 9:45 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12992 | 7:47 PM Catania Centrale | 1h58 | 9:45 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5392 | 9:20 PM Catania Centrale | 1h48 | 11:08 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5392 | 9:20 PM Catania Centrale | 1h48 | 11:08 PM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
| 12950 | 5:01 AM Catania Centrale | 2h05 | 7:06 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12950 | 5:01 AM Catania Centrale | 2h05 | 7:06 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12950 · 21680 | 5:01 AM Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 7:10 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12954 | 5:29 AM Catania Centrale | 2h16 | 7:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12954 | 5:29 AM Catania Centrale | 2h16 | 7:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12954 · 21682 | 5:29 AM Catania Centrale | 2h38 | 8:07 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 5396 | On time 6:17 AM Catania Centrale | 1h33 | 7:50 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5396 · 21685 | On time 6:17 AM Catania Centrale | 1h56 | 8:13 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 5396 | On time 6:17 AM Catania Centrale | 1h33 | 7:50 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5396 · 12960 · 21684 | 6:17 AM Catania Centrale | 3h00 | 9:17 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 2 changes | |
| 12960 | 6:27 AM Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 8:36 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12960 | 6:27 AM Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 8:36 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12960 · 21684 | 6:27 AM Catania Centrale | 2h50 | 9:17 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 12960 · 21684 | 6:31 AM Catania Europa | 2h46 | 9:17 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| 5380 | On time 8:08 AM Catania Centrale | 1h34 | 9:42 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5380 | On time 8:08 AM Catania Centrale | 1h34 | 9:42 AM Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Catania to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Catania and Messina from $8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Regionale Price
$11
Regionale frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Intercity Price
$14
Intercity frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Catania and Messina
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a train from Catania to Messina, you can count on Regionale, Intercity for the best way to get you to Messina. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Catania and Messina and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
FAQs: Catania to Messina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Messina by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Catania to Messina can start from as little as $11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Catania to Messina is $12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Catania to Messina is 1h 13m to travel the 87 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Catania to Messina leaves at 12:16 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Catania to Messina leaves at 10:33 pm.
Yes, there are 37 direct trains a day from Catania to Messina with Regionale, Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
A day trip to Messina from Catania is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 13m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Catania and Messina including taking a train and coach.
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