The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
966 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan 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 to Messina Centrale will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milan for Messina Centrale on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 966 km distance in an average of 16 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
8:18 PM17h17Milan1:35 PMMessina Centrale$1081One-way0 transfers
7:10 PM16h35Milan11:45 AMMessina Centrale$1401One-way0 transfers
6:10 PM16h35Milan10:45 AMMessina Centrale$1451One-way0 transfers
7:10 PM16h35Milan11:45 AMMessina Centrale$1401One-way0 transfers
6:10 PM16h35Milan10:45 AMMessina Centrale$1451One-way0 transfers
8:18 PM17h17Milan1:35 PMMessina Centrale$1081One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milan to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$129 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 40m Average total duration Fastest 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 1m Average total duration 18h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 53m 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 to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Messina Centrale costing on average $129 (€105).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 10m.
Bus takes on average 18h 31m.
Tickets start at around $129 (€105) compared to roughly $336 (€275) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $207 (€170). The journey takes 16h 10m versus 12h 53m 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
Milan to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Messina Centrale trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM Milan | 16h35 | 10:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Milan | 19h20 | 1:35 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Milan | 16h35 | 11:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:18 PM Milan | 17h17 | 1:35 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Messina Centrale
Trains from Milan to Messina Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:10, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (966 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average train duration 16h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 40m |
First train 3:10 PM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Milan to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Milan and Messina Centrale from $28 (€23). 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 to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 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
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
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