Bologna to Messina train
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest train times from Bologna to Messina
Fastest Journey
13 h 38 m
Average
14 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
784 km
Of the 5 trains that leave Bologna for Messina every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Messina
 | Distance | 485 miles (783 km) |
 | Average train duration | 13 h |
 | Average train ticket price | $73 (€64) |
 | Train frequency | 2 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there is 1 direct train a day |
 | Train providers | Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte or Intercity |
Trains from Bologna to Messina cover the 485 miles (783 km) long route taking on average 13 h with our travel partners like Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte or Intercity. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $73 (€64), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $48 (€42). Travelers depart most frequently from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Messina Centrale.
Train companies: Italo, Intercity and Frecciarossa from Bologna to Messina trains
You can travel by train from Bologna to Messina with Italo, Intercity and Frecciarossa for as low as $48 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
There’s no need to fly between Italian hotspots when you can simply take a Frecciarossa train to reach your destination in just a few hours. Frecciarossa is the premier high-speed train service from Trenitalia, Italy’s national railroad company, with around 200 connections made across Italy per day. These trains reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), making them one of the fastest in the world. You can expect to travel 485 miles (783 km) to Messina from Bologna on a Frecciarossa high-speed train. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.
You can find the best deals on cheap Frecciarossa train tickets right here. As an official travel partner of Trenitalia, Omio shows you all travel information for the Bologna to Messina trip, such as departure and arrival times, stops, train stations, journey times, and cheap fares. Once you’re ready, buy your Bologna to Messina train ticket on Omio and enjoy traveling in full comfort on a Frecciarossa train!
Bologna to Messina train information with Frecciarossa:
- Average Duration: 14 h 21 min
- Frecciarossa frequency: 1 a day
It’s easy to book your Intercity train ticket to Messina from Bologna online with Omio! Simply check the current Intercity train schedules for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route from Bologna to Messina as well as relevant travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard) for that train and book cheap Intercity train tickets online. Prices for Intercity trains to Messina from Bologna start at $48 (€42) one-way if you book in advance, and you can expect to travel around 485 miles (783 km). If you search for Intercity trains in the Omio app, you can check straight away if the Intercity tickets are mobile tickets, which makes it easier than ever to go paperless when traveling by train between Bologna and Messina. Let Omio do all the work for you finding the best Bologna to Messina Intercity train ticket so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey!
Italo is a brand of high-speed trains operated by the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV). Its fleet of trains includes the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly train that can reach a maximum speed of 150 mph (250 km/h). Italo offers four different class options, but each train car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort. You can choose between the Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive classes. Standard services in all Italo trains include bathrooms, free WiFi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, snack machines and Italo Live (free onboard entertainment featuring a selection of movies, music and games). Italo offers three types of fares with different prices and flexibility: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex.
Travel Tips: Trains from Bologna to Messina
Some of the Bologna train stations to Messina you can start your journey from include Bologna Centrale, Bologna Corticella and Bologna Mazzini. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Messina include Messina Centrale, Messina Marittima and Messina.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Bologna Centrale and arriving in Messina Centrale.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called Bologna Centrale, is located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) from the city center of Bologna.
The most popular arrival train station, Messina Centrale, is located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city center of Messina.
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Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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