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The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Palermo Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 19
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
214 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Palermo Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Palermo Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Messina to Palermo Airport without transferring at least once.
Regionale 5369 · Regionale 56335:14 PM4h19Messina Centrale9:33 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer- Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 · Regionale 217736:05 PM5h09Messina Centrale11:14 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way2 transfers
- Regionale 5361 · Regionale 562312:15 PM4h18Messina Centrale4:33 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 5353 · Regionale 56116:36 AM3h57Messina Centrale10:33 AMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 5359 · Regionale 2174110:43 AM4h33Messina Centrale3:16 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer
- Regionale 5353 · Regionale 56116:36 AM3h57Messina Centrale10:33 AMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 5627 · Regionale 234792:38 PM3h57Messina Centrale6:35 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way2 transfers
- Regionale 5353 · Regionale 56116:36 AM3h57Messina Centrale10:33 AMPunta Raisi station$261One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 5627 · Regionale 234792:38 PM3h57Messina Centrale6:35 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way2 transfers
- Regionale 5359 · Regionale 5619 · Regionale 2347710:43 AM4h00Messina Centrale2:43 PMPunta Raisi station$261One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Messina to Palermo Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Palermo Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$27 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Palermo Airport is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Palermo Airport:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Palermo Airport costing on average $27 (€22).
The fastest way to travel from Messina to Palermo Airport is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 23m.
Other travel options to Palermo Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Palermo Airport including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Palermo Airport among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $65 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€31). The journey takes 4h 1m versus 3h 50m 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
Messina to Palermo Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Palermo Airport trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 5359 · Regionale 21741 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 4h33 | 3:16 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5359 · Regionale 5619 · Regionale 23477 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 4h00 | 2:43 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 5359 · Regionale 21741 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 4h33 | 3:16 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5359 · Regionale 5619 · Regionale 23477 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 4h00 | 2:43 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 5361 · Regionale 5623 | 12:15 PM Messina Centrale | 4h18 | 4:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5361 · Regionale 5623 | 12:15 PM Messina Centrale | 4h18 | 4:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 · Regionale 5625 | 12:32 PM Messina Centrale | 5h01 | 5:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 · Regionale 5625 | 12:32 PM Messina Centrale | 5h01 | 5:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 21686 · Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 21757 | 1:49 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 5h25 | 7:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 5627 · Regionale 23479 | 2:38 PM Messina Centrale | 3h57 | 6:35 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 21757 | 2:38 PM Messina Centrale | 4h36 | 7:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 5627 · Regionale 23479 | 2:38 PM Messina Centrale | 3h57 | 6:35 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 5363 · Regionale 21757 | 2:38 PM Messina Centrale | 4h36 | 7:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21688+ Intercity 723+Regionale 5631 | 2:56 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 5h37 | 8:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 723+Regionale 5631 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 4h33 | 8:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 723+Regionale 5631 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 4h33 | 8:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 21690 · Regionale 5369 · Regionale 5633 | 4:44 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 4h49 | 9:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 5369 · Regionale 5633 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 4h19 | 9:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5369 · Regionale 5633 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 4h19 | 9:33 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 · Regionale 21773 | 6:05 PM Messina Centrale | 5h09 | 11:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 · Regionale 21773 | 6:05 PM Messina Centrale | 5h09 | 11:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| Regionale 5351 · Regionale 21717 | 4:51 AM Messina Centrale | 4h29 | 9:20 AM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5351 · Regionale 21717 | 4:51 AM Messina Centrale | 4h29 | 9:20 AM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 · Regionale 21721 | 5:01 AM Messina Centrale | 5h13 | 10:14 AM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 · Regionale 21721 | 5:01 AM Messina Centrale | 5h13 | 10:14 AM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 5353 · Regionale 5611 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 3h57 | 10:33 AM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5353 · Regionale 5611 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 3h57 | 10:33 AM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 21680 · Regionale 5355 · Regionale 21729 | 7:11 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 5h03 | 12:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 5355 · Regionale 21729 | 7:50 AM Messina Centrale | 4h24 | 12:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 5355 · Regionale 21729 | 7:50 AM Messina Centrale | 4h24 | 12:14 PM Punta Raisi station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 21682 · Regionale 5359 · Regionale 21741 | 8:09 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 7h07 | 3:16 PM Punta Raisi station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Messina to Palermo Airport
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Trains from Messina to Palermo Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:56, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 4h 3m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 5:56 AM |
Last train 5:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€10)
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Messina to Palermo Airport trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Messina and Palermo Airport from $13 (€10). 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
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Regionale frequency
19 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
4h 33m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€17)
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
Complete guide to Palermo Airport
Things to do in Palermo Airport
Discover the best of Palermo Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo Airport trip today.
- Recommended
Palazzo Abatellis
Regional gallery in a Gothic-Catalan palace, known for Sicilian medieval and Renaissance art including Antonello da Messina works.
- Recommended
Galleria d'Arte Moderna Palermo
City modern art gallery with Italian paintings and sculpture from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries in a restored convent complex.
- Must visit
Ballaro Market
Historic market district with lively street scenes, local atmosphere and colorful visuals that attract many visitors and photographers.
- Must visit
Piazza Pretoria
Elegant central square dominated by the famous fountain and surrounded by historic buildings, essential on a first visit.
- Must visit
Via Maqueda
Major pedestrian-friendly street cutting through the historic center, lined with palaces, churches and busy urban life.
Arancine
Fried rice balls stuffed with ragù, butter, or cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic strongly associated with Palermo.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pane e Panelle
Soft bread stuffed with chickpea fritters, one of Palermo’s most iconic and inexpensive local snacks.
- Vegetarian
Crocchè
Palermitan potato croquettes, usually fried and eaten with panelle in sandwich shops and street stalls.
Gagini Social Restaurant
Refined central Palermo restaurant known for creative Sicilian cuisine in an elegant, contemporary setting.
Osteria Ballarò
Well-regarded restaurant near the old center offering seasonal Sicilian dishes in a stylish yet relaxed setting.
Buatta Cucina Popolana
Popular traditional restaurant serving classic Palermitan dishes with polished presentation in a warm historic atmosphere.
Euro
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Airport cafes cost more, but city dining ranges from affordable to upscale.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for a quick meal.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-35 per person.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.50-3 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is common; 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required.
Palermo AMAT
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1.40 EUR
- Day pass
- 3.50 EUR
To the city center
Palermo Airport -> Palermo Centrale
- Distance
- 35 km
- Travel time
- 50 min
- You can use AMAT urban tickets on buses and trams; validate paper tickets when boarding.
- Card payment is generally available for rail tickets and at many ticket machines, but not always on board AMAT buses, so buy tickets in advance.
FAQs: Trains from Messina to Palermo Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Palermo Airport 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 Palermo Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Messina to Palermo Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $20 (€17), while the average price is around $27 (€22).
The train from Messina to Palermo Airport takes 4h 3m and runs 21 per day.
The first train from Messina to Palermo Airport leaves at 5:56 AM.
The distance by train from Messina to Palermo Airport is 132 miles (214 km).
The last train from Messina to Palermo Airport leaves at 5:56 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Messina to Palermo Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Messina to Palermo Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Messina to Palermo Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Messina to Palermo Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $13 (€10).
Yes, the train journey from Messina to Palermo Airport is scenic, offering views of the Tyrrhenian Sea, picturesque coastal towns, and the lush Sicilian countryside.
A day trip from Messina to Palermo Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 3m. There are 16 trains available per day covering the 132 miles (214 km) distance.
Yes, you can take the train from Messina to Palermo Airport.
Since both Messina and Palermo Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Palermo Airport include Cefalù, Palermo, Isola delle Femmine, Termini Imerese, Castellammare del Golfo.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Palermo Airport among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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