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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Paola
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Paola will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Messina for Paola on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 136 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
9:15 AM3h17Messina12:32 PMPaola$151One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM3h17Messina12:32 PMPaola$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Messina to Paola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m 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 to Paola:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Messina to Paola costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 7m faster (2h 41m by train vs 2h 48m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $35 (€29)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Messina to Paola train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Paola trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM Messina | 3h17 | 12:32 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Paola
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Trains from Messina to Paola run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Messina to Paola trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Messina and Paola from $15 (€12). 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 Paola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Messina to Paola
Most Messina to Paola trains use the Messina Centrale to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Messina and Paola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Paola station do trains from Messina arrive at?
Getting to Paola from Paola city centre
Paola train station facilities and services
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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