The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
785 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Messina Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Messina Centrale will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bologna for Messina Centrale on Mon, Dec 22, 2 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 14 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 16 h 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 train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 487 miles (785 km)
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€99 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price |
13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 42m Average total duration 14h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Messina Centrale 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 |
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![]() | 11:05 PM Bologna | 13h40 | 12:45 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 9:05 PM Bologna | 13h40 | 10:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 PM Bologna | 16h00 | 1:35 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Bologna to Messina Centrale by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Bologna to Messina Centrale trains with Omio?
Intercity Notte as well as Intercity and Frecciarossa offer trains services from Bologna to Messina Centrale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bologna to Messina Centrale.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity Notte, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity and Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Bologna to Messina Centrale.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bologna to Messina Centrale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Messina Centrale
Trains from Bologna to Messina Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 487 miles (785 km) distance in 9h 58m.
Distance 487 miles (785 km) |
Average train duration 12h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 58m |
First train 07:37 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Messina Centrale 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 Bologna to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Messina Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Messina Centrale
- 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
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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