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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 28 trains that leave Messina Centrale for Catania Centrale on Sun, Jun 21, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
Regionale 221095:10 AM1h23Messina Centrale6:33 AMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers- Regionale 129938:15 PM2h03Messina Centrale10:18 PMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 221075:24 AM1h58Messina Centrale7:22 AMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 129938:15 PM2h03Messina Centrale10:18 PMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 2211510:50 AM1h34Messina Centrale12:24 PMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53975:15 PM1h20Messina Centrale6:35 PMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53975:15 PM1h20Messina Centrale6:35 PMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53859:15 AM1h22Messina Centrale10:37 AMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53859:15 AM1h22Messina Centrale10:37 AMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 221095:10 AM1h23Messina Centrale6:33 AMCatania Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina Centrale to Catania 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 train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m 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 Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Catania Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 39m.
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, SAIS.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 12995 | 10:17 PM Messina Centrale | 1h45 | 12:02 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12995 | 10:17 PM Messina Centrale | 1h45 | 12:02 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| Regionale 22109 | 5:10 AM Messina Centrale | 1h23 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22109 | 5:10 AM Messina Centrale | 1h23 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22107 | 5:24 AM Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 7:22 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22107 | 5:24 AM Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 7:22 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12957 | 6:52 AM Messina Centrale | 1h53 | 8:45 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12957 | 6:52 AM Messina Centrale | 1h53 | 8:45 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22081 | 7:52 AM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 9:52 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22081 | 7:52 AM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 9:52 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5385 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1h22 | 10:37 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5385 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1h22 | 10:37 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22115 | 10:50 AM Messina Centrale | 1h34 | 12:24 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22115 | 10:50 AM Messina Centrale | 1h34 | 12:24 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22111 | 11:46 AM Messina Centrale | 1h54 | 1:40 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22111 | 11:46 AM Messina Centrale | 1h54 | 1:40 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 21801 | 3:20 PM Messina Centrale | 2h26 | 5:46 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 21801 | 3:20 PM Messina Centrale | 2h26 | 5:46 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12891 | 4:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h04 | 6:18 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12891 | 4:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h04 | 6:18 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5397 | 5:15 PM Messina Centrale | 1h20 | 6:35 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5397 | 5:15 PM Messina Centrale | 1h20 | 6:35 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22167 | 6:32 PM Messina Centrale | 2h01 | 8:33 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22167 | 6:32 PM Messina Centrale | 2h01 | 8:33 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Intercity 727 | 7:58 PM Messina Centrale | 1h27 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 727 | 7:58 PM Messina Centrale | 1h27 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12993 | 8:15 PM Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 10:18 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12993 | 8:15 PM Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 10:18 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12995 | 9:31 PM Messina Centrale | 1h52 | 11:23 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12995 | 9:31 PM Messina Centrale | 1h52 | 11:23 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
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Trains from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 20:17. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 3:10 AM |
Last train 8:17 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, SAIS from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, SAIS trains will get you between Messina Centrale and Catania 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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FAQs: Trains from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina Centrale to Catania 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 Catania Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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