The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Venice
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 54 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
849 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Venice will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
It's difficult to get from Messina to Venice without transferring at least once.
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
InterCityNotte 1962+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400
InterCityNotte 1960+
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3986
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA1000 9414
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIAROSSA 9490
InterCityNotte 1962+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Messina to Venice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 527 miles (849 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €79 Average price Cheapest | €127 Average price |
16h 32m Average total duration 16h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 21m Average total duration 16h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Messina to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Venice trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 12:20 PM Messina Centrale | 17h00 | 5:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 12:20 PM Messina Centrale | 17h00 | 5:20 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA1000 9414 | 11:35 PM Messina Centrale | 12h59 | 12:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 11:35 PM Messina Centrale | 18h45 | 6:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
Intercity 734+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 12h40 | 9:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 734+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 12h40 | 9:55 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Venice
Trains from Messina to Venice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 527 miles (849 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 527 miles (849 km) |
Average train duration 16h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 12h 40m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Messina to Venice trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Messina and Venice from $32 (€26). 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 Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Messina to Venice
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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