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The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Cefalù
Showing times and prices for Jan 31
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Cefalù is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Cefalù will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Fast trains
Of the 33 trains that leave Messina for Cefalù on Sat, Jan 31, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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 535910:43AM2h00
Messina Centrale12:43PMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 535306:36AM2h12
Messina Centrale08:48AMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 536112:27PM2h08
Messina Centrale02:35PMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 535104:53AM1h58
Messina Centrale06:51AMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 12853 · Regionale 1286305:01AM2h34
Messina Centrale07:35AMCefalù station
$161One-way
1 transfer
Regionale 535104:53AM1h58
Messina Centrale06:51AMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 535104:53AM1h58
Messina Centrale06:51AMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 535910:43AM2h00
Messina Centrale12:43PMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 535910:43AM2h00
Messina Centrale12:43PMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 536905:14PM2h00
Messina Centrale07:14PMCefalù station
$161One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Messina to Cefalù
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Cefalù among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Messina to Cefalù train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Cefalù trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:50 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 5361 | 11:27 AM Messina Centrale | 2h08 | 1:35 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5361 · Autobus SM119 | 11:27 AM Messina Centrale | 2h26 | 1:53 PM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5361 | 11:27 AM Messina Centrale | 2h08 | 1:35 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 · Autobus SM121 | 11:38 AM Messina Centrale | 3h05 | 2:43 PM Cefalù | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 | 11:38 AM Messina Centrale | 2h40 | 2:18 PM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 | 11:38 AM Messina Centrale | 2h40 | 2:18 PM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 | 1:37 PM Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 3:40 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 · Autobus SM123 | 1:37 PM Messina Centrale | 3h01 | 4:38 PM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 | 1:37 PM Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 3:40 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Intercity 723 | 3:00 PM Messina Centrale | 2h15 | 5:15 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 723 | 3:00 PM Messina Centrale | 2h15 | 5:15 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5369 · Autobus SM125 | 4:14 PM Messina Centrale | 3h04 | 7:18 PM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5369 | 4:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 6:14 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5369 | 4:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 6:14 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 5:05 PM Messina Centrale | 2h59 | 8:04 PM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 5:05 PM Messina Centrale | 2h59 | 8:04 PM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 729 | 6:50 PM Messina Centrale | 2h17 | 9:07 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 729 | 6:50 PM Messina Centrale | 2h17 | 9:07 PM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| Regionale 5351 · Autobus SM103 | 3:53 AM Messina Centrale | 2h25 | 6:18 AM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5351 | 3:53 AM Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 5:51 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5351 | 3:53 AM Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 5:51 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 · Autobus SM105 | 4:01 AM Messina Centrale | 3h17 | 7:18 AM Cefalù | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 | 4:01 AM Messina Centrale | 2h34 | 6:35 AM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 | 4:01 AM Messina Centrale | 2h34 | 6:35 AM Cefalù station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5353 | 5:36 AM Messina Centrale | 2h12 | 7:48 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5353 | 5:36 AM Messina Centrale | 2h12 | 7:48 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5353 · Autobus SM107 | 5:36 AM Messina Centrale | 2h42 | 8:18 AM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5355 | 6:56 AM Messina Centrale | 2h10 | 9:06 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5355 | 6:56 AM Messina Centrale | 2h10 | 9:06 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5355 · Autobus SM111 | 6:56 AM Messina Centrale | 3h22 | 10:18 AM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5359 | 9:43 AM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 11:43 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5359 · Autobus SM115 | 9:43 AM Messina Centrale | 2h35 | 12:18 PM Cefalù | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5359 | 9:43 AM Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 11:43 AM Cefalù station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Messina to Cefalù
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- Budget Options: Train tickets from Messina to Cefalù start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $16 (€13) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 16 daily trains from Messina to Cefalù with 7 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 6m but the average duration is 2h 6m
Train Operators
- Travel from Messina to Cefalù with Regionale and Intercity
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Regionale.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Cefalù station
- First train typically departs at 04:48 AM and the last at 10:10 PM
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 22:10 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Messina to Cefalù trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Messina and Cefalù from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Regionale frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 13m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Intercity frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Messina to Cefalù
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Cefalù 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 Cefalù, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Messina to Cefalù can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $16 (€13).
The train from Messina to Cefalù takes 2h 6m and runs 16 per day.
The distance by train from Messina to Cefalù is 83 miles (135 km).
The first train from Messina to Cefalù leaves at 4:48 AM.
The last train from Messina to Cefalù leaves at 10:10 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Messina to Cefalù.
Yes, there is a direct train from Messina to Cefalù. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Regionale, Intercity.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Messina to Cefalù.
The train station in Messina that goes to Cefalù is Messina Centrale, which connects to Cefalù station.
The cheapest way to get from Messina to Cefalù is by train, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
Yes, the train journey from Messina to Cefalù is scenic, offering views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, charming coastal towns, and picturesque landscapes along the northern coast of Sicily.
A day trip from Messina to Cefalù is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 6m and the distance is 83 miles (135 km). However, there are 16 trains available per day for this route.
In Cefalù, you can enjoy relaxing at Lungomare Beach and Spiaggia di Cefalù, both offering sandy shores and clear waters. Explore the charming streets of the Old Town with its quaint shops and cafes, or visit the historical Osterio Magno. The Cefalù Cathedral is a must-see for its impressive mosaics and twin towers. For panoramic views and ancient ruins, hike up La Rocca. Discover the restored Lavatoio Medievale, and explore the Museo Mandralisca for art and archaeological exhibits. Consider a boat tour to uncover hidden coves and sea caves, and savor traditional Sicilian cuisine at a local trattoria.
Three days are ideal to explore Cefalù, allowing time to visit its historic cathedral, enjoy the beaches, and wander through its charming streets.
Yes, you can take the train from Messina to Cefalù.
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