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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Messina
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
785 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Messina will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Messina on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 785 km distance in an average of 15 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 15 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €18.
Distance: 487 miles (785 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€113 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 57m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Messina trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h40 | 6:05 AM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Messina
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Messina run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:25, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 487 miles (785 km) distance in 10h 43m.
Distance 487 miles (785 km) |
Average train duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 43m |
First train 15:25 |
Last train 21:05 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Messina trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Messina from $23 (€18). 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 Bologna Centrale to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale to Messina
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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