The cheapest and fastest trains from Bari to Messina
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Messina will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
It's difficult to get from Bari to Messina without transferring at least once.
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Regionale Veloce 4397+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 727
Regionale Veloce 4397+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 727
BUS LP704+
Regionale 5789+
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Regionale Veloce 4397+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 727
Regionale Veloce 4397+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 727
BUS LP704+
Regionale 5789+
InterCityNotte 1955Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bari to Messina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $35.
Distance: 213 miles (344 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bari to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Messina trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723 | 5:15 AM Bari Centrale | 9h20 | 2:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | ||
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723 | 5:15 AM Bari Centrale | 9h20 | 2:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | ||
Regionale Veloce 4397+ Intercity 566 · Intercity 727 | 9:02 AM Bari Centrale | 9h33 | 6:35 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | ||
Regionale Veloce 4397+ Intercity 566 · Intercity 727 | 9:02 AM Bari Centrale | 9h33 | 6:35 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | ||
BUS LP704+ Regionale 5789+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:25 PM Bari Centrale | 15h50 | 4:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Bari to Messina by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bari to Messina
Trains from Bari to Messina run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (344 km) distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 213 miles (344 km) |
Average train duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: Intercity from Bari to Messina trainsIntercity trains will get you between Bari and Messina from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bari to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bari to Messina
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Bus: Autoservizi Borman operates a bus from Bari - Via Guglielmo Oberdan to Bari Capruzzi
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