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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 11 m
Trains per day
11
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 $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 11 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Messina Centrale on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 967 km distance in an average of 15 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 17 h 40 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.
InterCityNotte 19637:05 PM17h40Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1411One-way0 transfers- InterCityNotte 19637:05 PM17h40Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1411One-way0 transfers
Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 19559:30 AM19h45Milan Centrale5:15 AMMessina Centrale$1621One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9561+InterCityNotte 770+Intercity 72310:45 PM16h50Milan Centrale3:35 PMMessina Centrale$1841One-way2 transfers- Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 19559:30 AM19h45Milan Centrale5:15 AMMessina Centrale$1851One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9653+InterCityNotte 19556:00 PM11h15Milan Centrale5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2231One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9663+InterCityNotte 19597:35 PM12h30Milan Centrale8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2311One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9561+InterCityNotte 770+Intercity 72310:45 PM16h50Milan Centrale3:35 PMMessina Centrale$1841One-way2 transfers
- InterCityNotte 19637:05 PM17h40Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1411One-way0 transfers
- InterCityNotte 19637:05 PM17h40Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 600 miles (967 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $326 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 45m Average total duration Fastest 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 33m Average total duration 18h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 47m 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 Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $89 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale costing on average $145 (€119).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 15m.
Bus takes on average 18h 3m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Intercity Notte.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:05 PM Milan Centrale | 18h20 | 1:25 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:05 PM Milan Centrale | 18h20 | 1:25 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9681+InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 12h15 | 8:50 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
 Regionale Veloce 2016+Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 21h00 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 2016+Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 21h00 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 19h45 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 19h45 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 36639 · Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 8:05 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 36639 · Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 8:05 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9653+InterCityNotte 1955 | 6:00 PM Milan Centrale | 11h15 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Messina Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (967 km) distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 600 miles (967 km) |
Average train duration 14h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 5m |
First train 7:10 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 $27 (€22). 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
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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