The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania Europa 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 Catania Europa to Messina Centrale will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Catania Europa for Messina Centrale on Tue, Jun 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
8:24 PM1h26Catania Europa9:50 PMMessina Centrale$421One-way0 transfers
10:33 PM1h22Catania Europa11:55 PMMessina Centrale$421One-way0 transfers
10:33 PM1h22Catania Europa11:55 PMMessina Centrale$421One-way0 transfers
8:24 PM1h26Catania Europa9:50 PMMessina Centrale$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Catania Europa to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 52 miles (85 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Catania Europa to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania Europa to Messina Centrale trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:24 PM Catania Europa | 1h26 | 9:50 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Catania Europa to Messina Centrale by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale
Trains from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:48, the last at 14:48. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (85 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 52 miles (85 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 2:48 PM |
Last train 2:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Catania Europa and Messina Centrale from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Catania Europa to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania Europa 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 Catania Europa to Messina Centrale
Most Catania Europa to Messina Centrale trains use the Catania Centrale to Enna station pair. Use this guide to compare Catania Europa and Messina Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Catania Europa from Catania city centre
Catania Europa is 2 km from Catania city centre. Public transport options include:
Catania Europa train station facilities and services
Catania Europa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Catania Europa.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Catania Europa.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Catania Europa: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Catania Europa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania Europa.


