The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
17 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
966 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Milan Centrale will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 3 trains that leave Messina for Milan Centrale on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 966 km distance in an average of 17 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 18 h 37 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.
12:20 PM17h45Messina6:05 AMMilan Centrale$751One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM18h37Messina10:22 AMMilan Centrale$991One-way0 transfers
3:48 PM17h25Messina9:13 AMMilan Centrale$1541One-way0 transfers
3:48 PM17h25Messina9:13 AMMilan Centrale$1541One-way0 transfers
12:20 PM17h45Messina6:05 AMMilan Centrale$751One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM18h37Messina10:22 AMMilan Centrale$991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Messina to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $62.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
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$124 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price |
14h 50m Average total duration 14h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 40m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Messina to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Milan Centrale trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 PM Messina | 17h45 | 6:05 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Messina | 18h40 | 10:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:48 PM Messina | 17h22 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Milan Centrale
Trains from Messina to Milan Centrale run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€49) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (966 km) distance in 12h 48m.
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average train duration 14h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€49) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 48m |
First train 12:20 PM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Messina to Milan Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Messina and Milan Centrale from $19 (€15). 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 to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Milan 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 Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Messina to Milan Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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