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Cheap train tickets from Messina to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Mar 25

Cheapest

€103

Average

€116

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Intercity

12:10PMMessina14h18 02:28AMBologna

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€1031One-way

Intercity

03:45PMMessina16h15 08:00AMBologna

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€1201One-way

Intercity

09:10PMMessina16h32 01:42PMBologna

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€1271One-way

Train schedule from Messina to Bologna

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12:10PMMessina14h18 02:28AMBologna

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Intercity

03:45PMMessina16h15 08:00AMBologna

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Intercity

09:10PMMessina16h32 01:42PMBologna

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Fastest train times from Messina to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Mar 25

Fastest Journey

14 h 18 m

Average

15 h 41 m

Trains per day

Distance

784 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Messina for Bologna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Intercity

12:10PMMessina14h18 02:28AMBologna

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€1031One-way

Intercity

03:45PMMessina16h15 08:00AMBologna

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€1201One-way

Intercity

09:10PMMessina16h32 01:42PMBologna

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€1271One-way

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Overview: Train from Messina to Bologna

	Distance	485 miles (783 km)
	Average train duration	14 h 18 min
	Average train ticket price	$70 (€61)
	Train frequency	1 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train companies	Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Intercity Notte

Trains from Messina to Bologna cover the 485 miles (783 km) long journey taking on average 14 h 18 min with our travel partners like Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Intercity Notte. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $70 (€61), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $45 (€40). Travelers depart most frequently from Messina Centrale and arrive in Bologna Centrale.

Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa and Intercity from Messina to Bologna trains

You can travel by train to Bologna from Messina with Italo, Frecciarossa and Intercity for as low as $45 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Italo

Frecciarossa

Intercity

Italo is a brand of high-speed trains from the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV) offering regular services to popular cities around Italy, such as Rome, Naples, Florence and Milan. Among its fleet of trains are 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 speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). You can choose from the following Italo ticket types when purchasing tickets to Bologna from Messina: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex. Italo offers four different class options: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. 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 films, music and games). While some amenities may differ based on the class option booked, each train car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort.

Looking for a smooth and easy way to travel from Messina to Bologna? Book your Trenitalia Frecciarossa train from Messina to Bologna with Omio today! Trenitalia is Italy’s national train company that offers a wide variety of connections throughout the country, including the Messina to Bologna route. Omio shows you current Frecciarossa schedules and tickets to cover the 485 miles (783 km) distance. You can choose from fares like Super Economy, Economy, and Base for the best deals on this trip. Trenitalia discount cards can also be applied when purchasing your Frecciarossa ticket on Omio.

All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers. Frecciarossa covers long distances and connects major cities in Italy in just a few hours thanks to its high speed. These trains are renowned for their comfort, speed and reduced environmental impact and can reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). Frecciarossa offers all travelers ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience, and you can book Frecciarossa tickets with us in a few steps!

If you’re looking for a smooth and easy train to Bologna from Messina, check Omio for Intercity trains offering this journey. Whether you are looking for the fastest, earliest or cheapest train to take for this 485 miles (783 km) journey between Messina and Bologna, Omio makes it easier than ever to find Intercity trains at affordable prices, and you can also quickly book train tickets online. Check the current Intercity train schedules for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route to Bologna from Messina as well as relevant ticket information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), and book your Intercity train on Omio. If you search for trains to Bologna from Messina in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the Intercity tickets are mobile tickets, making it convenient for you to go paperless when traveling. With prices for Intercity trains from Messina to Bologna starting at $45 (€40), buy your official Intercity tickets with Omio online quickly and easily!

Travel Tips: Trains from Messina to Bologna

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Bologna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Messina to Bologna.

If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Messina to Bologna trains for as little as $45 (€40) in the next 7 days.

If you’re looking to purchase your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Messina to Bologna train price to come in at an average of $70 (€61) one way.

The Messina to Bologna train distance is approximately 485 miles (783 km).

While the time it takes to travel 485 miles (783 km) to Bologna from Messina can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Messina to Bologna train journey time is on average 14 h 18 min.

When taking the train to Bologna from Messina, you can choose to depart from train stations like Messina Centrale, Messina Marittima and Messina. Your trip can end in train stations such as Bologna Centrale, Bologna Corticella and Bologna Mazzini.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Bologna Centrale.

You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Messina Centrale, located approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from the city center of Messina. The most popular arrival train station in Bologna, called Bologna Centrale, is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from its city center.

When taking a train from Messina to Bologna, you can count on Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Intercity Notte for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Bologna from Messina and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The average number of trains departing Messina for Bologna is 1 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

The earliest train for this route departs from Messina at 3: 45 PM. The last train leaves from Messina at 3: 45 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Messina to Bologna and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

You can find trains from Messina to Bologna to cost on average $70 (€61) one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your journey. You’ll see tickets for the Messina to Bologna train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Messina

Bologna

Messina Centrale is the most popular Messina railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Messina for your trip to Bologna.