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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$174
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
887 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe 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 Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $174.
It's difficult to get from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale without transferring at least once.
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Intercity 7275:48 AM13h47Genoa Piazza Principe7:35 PMMessina Centrale$1741One-way1 transfer- FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
InterCityNotte 19596:35 PM14h15Genoa Piazza Principe8:50 AMMessina Centrale$2031One-way1 transfer 
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 727+FRECCIARGENTO 85517:05 AM12h30Genoa Piazza Principe7:35 PMMessina Centrale$2211One-way2 transfers
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 19552:50 PM14h25Genoa Piazza Principe5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2391One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 727+FRECCIARGENTO 85517:05 AM12h30Genoa Piazza Principe7:35 PMMessina Centrale$2211One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIARGENTO 8583+Intercity 7275:48 AM13h47Genoa Piazza Principe7:35 PMMessina Centrale$1741One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIARGENTO 8591+InterCityNotte 19596:35 PM14h15Genoa Piazza Principe8:50 AMMessina Centrale$2031One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIABIANCA 8619+FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 19552:50 PM14h25Genoa Piazza Principe5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2391One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 551 miles (887 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$139 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 55m Average total duration Fastest 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 43m Average total duration 19h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale costing on average $139 (€114).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 13m.
Tickets start at around $139 (€114) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-104.61 (€-85.62). The journey takes 15h 25m versus 11h 39m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18539+InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 16h58 | 12:45 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 679+Regionale 18539+InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 16h58 | 12:45 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| FRECCIARGENTO 8583+Intercity 727 | 5:48 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 13h47 | 7:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 727+FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 7:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 12h30 | 7:35 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 14h25 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIARGENTO 8591+InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:35 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 14h15 | 8:50 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale
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Trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 551 miles (887 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 551 miles (887 km) |
Average train duration 15h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 45m |
First train 2:50 AM |
Last train 9:53 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Genoa Piazza Principe and Messina Centrale from $32 (€26). 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 Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Piazza Principe 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.
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Popular train stations from Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale
Most Genoa Piazza Principe to Messina Centrale trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Enna station pair, with some services arriving at Villarosa. Use this guide to compare Genoa Piazza Principe and Messina Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Genova Piazza Principe from Genoa city centre
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe train station facilities and services
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Getting to Enna from Sicily city centre
Enna is 1 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Enna train station facilities and services
Enna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Enna.
Getting to Villarosa from Sicily city centre
Villarosa is 3 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Villarosa train station facilities and services
Villarosa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarosa.
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