The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
9 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale without transferring at least once.




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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 446 miles (719 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€94 Average price | €67 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price |
11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 24m Average total duration 14h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h35 | 3:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h21 | 7:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale trains with Omio?
Intercity Notte as well as Intercity and Frecciarossa offer trains services from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale.
Why book with Omio vs Intercity Notte?
- 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Intercity Notte tickets can be bought on Intercity Notte's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Intercity and Frecciarossa to help you choose the right option for your journey from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€73) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 17:48. The fastest train covers the 446 miles (719 km) distance in 12h 17m.
Distance 446 miles (719 km) |
Average train duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€73) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12h 17m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 17:48 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Messina Centrale from $39 (€31). 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Messina Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
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