The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
967 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Messina Centrale on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 967 km distance in an average of 15 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 19 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 600 miles (967 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€111 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 49m Average total duration 18h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 AM Milan Centrale | 19h10 | 3:15 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:48 AM Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 11h15 | 3:15 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Milan Centrale | 13h05 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 17h55 | 12:05 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale trains with Omio?
Intercity Notte as well as Intercity and Frecciarossa offer trains services from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity Notte, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity and Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
Trains from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (967 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 600 miles (967 km) |
Average train duration 13h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 15m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 20:45 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Messina 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 Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Messina 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 Messina Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Messina 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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