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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo 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 Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 8 trains that leave Palermo Centrale for Messina Centrale on Sun, Jun 21, 4 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 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.
Regionale Veloce 53626:31 PM2h51Palermo Centrale9:22 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers- Regionale 53702:25 PM3h17Palermo Centrale5:42 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 53626:31 PM2h51Palermo Centrale9:22 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53702:25 PM3h17Palermo Centrale5:42 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 5366 · treno 5366 effettuato con bus PA4288:30 PM3h21Palermo Centrale11:51 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 53626:31 PM2h51Palermo Centrale9:22 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 53626:31 PM2h51Palermo Centrale9:22 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53702:25 PM3h17Palermo Centrale5:42 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 53702:25 PM3h17Palermo Centrale5:42 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 5366 · treno 5366 effettuato con bus PA4288:30 PM3h21Palermo Centrale11:51 PMMessina Centrale$201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$20 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m 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 Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 7m.
Ferry takes on average 6h 16m.
The journey is about 29m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 25m by car) and roughly $38 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€17) vs $58 (€48)). 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 Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale Veloce 5364 | 6:33 PM Palermo Centrale | 2h51 | 9:24 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5368 | 8:13 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h05 | 11:18 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| Regionale 5370 | 2:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h17 | 5:42 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 5370 | 2:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h17 | 5:42 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| treno 5512 effettuato con bus PA324 · Regionale 5512 · Regionale 5390 | 3:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 6h06 | 9:08 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| treno 5512 effettuato con bus PA324 · Regionale 5512 · Regionale 5390 | 3:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 6h06 | 9:08 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale
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Trains from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 7:36 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo Centrale and Messina Centrale from $13 (€10). 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 Palermo Centrale to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.
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