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Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare di Messina
Messina’s main museum preserves major Sicilian artworks, including masterpieces by Caravaggio and Antonello-linked treasures, essential for art lovers.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pompei to Messina
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$86
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$86
Fastest journey on Sep 20
6 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 13 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
298 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pompei to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pompei to Messina will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Pompei to Messina without transferring at least once.
8:07 AM7h28Pompei3:35 PMMessina$861One-way1 transfer- 12:37 PM6h58Pompei7:35 PMMessina$861One-way1 transfer
- 12:37 PM6h58Pompei7:35 PMMessina$861One-way1 transfer
- 8:07 AM7h28Pompei3:35 PMMessina$861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pompei to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pompei to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 7h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a bus costs an average of $83.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$83 Average price Cheapest | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Pompei to Messina is a bus with an average price of $83.
The fastest way to travel from Pompei to Messina is by bus with an average journey time of 7h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Pompei and Messina including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Pompei to Messina among Omio's users.
Live departures
Pompei to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Pompei to Messina trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:07 AM Pompei | 6h28 | 2:35 PM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:37 AM Pompei | 6h58 | 6:35 PM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pompei to Messina
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Take a train from Pompei to Messina and enjoy the approximately 185 miles (298 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 07:57, the last at 13:37.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $83
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
First train 7:57 AM |
Last train 1:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 70 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $83
Complete guide to Messina
Things to do in Messina
Discover the best of Messina — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Messina trip today.
- Recommended
Tesoro del Duomo di Messina
A church museum displaying liturgical art, silverwork, and historic objects tied to Messina Cathedral and the city’s religious heritage.
- Recommended
Monte di Pietà
A small local gallery and exhibition space used for cultural displays, suitable for visitors seeking contemporary community art in Messina.
- Must visit
Piazza Duomo
Messina’s main cathedral square is the city’s ceremonial heart, ideal for seeing the Duomo, fountain, and clock tower together.
- Must visit
Belvedere di Cristo Re
This scenic viewpoint area beside Cristo Re offers one of the best panoramas over Messina, the harbor curve, and Calabria beyond.
- Recommended
Piazza del Duomo e Fontana di Orione
This central piazza is dominated by Orion Fountain and elegant facades, making it one of the city’s most photogenic public spaces.
Pasta 'Ncasciata
A layered baked pasta timbale with ragù, eggplant, cheese, and sometimes meatballs. A festive Sicilian classic closely tied to family Sunday meals.
Arancino
A crisp fried rice ball, usually filled with ragù, peas, and cheese. A beloved Sicilian street food found in bars and bakeries across Messina.
- Vegetarian
Granita Con Brioche
Soft sweet brioche served with granita, especially for breakfast. In Messina it is a warm-weather ritual and a signature part of Sicilian café culture.
I Ruggeri Boutique Restaurant
Refined Michelin-starred dining with creative Sicilian seafood and tasting menus in an elegant setting inside Hotel Messenion.
Pasticceria Irrera 1910
Historic pastry café famed for granita, brioche, gelato, and Sicilian breakfast classics. A traditional stop with a strong local reputation.
Ristorante Kajiki
Well-known seafood restaurant serving swordfish, shellfish, and classic Sicilian fish dishes in a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy. Rooms and meals are often cheaper than in Rome or Milan, while local buses and ferries stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or casual bites.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
ATM MovUp
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1,50
- Day pass
- €2,80
To the city center
Messina Centrale -> Piazza Duomo, Messina
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in advance or use the ATM MovUp app for buses and trams; validate paper tickets when boarding.
- Contactless bank card payment is not reliably documented for onboard payment, so use the app or a pre-purchased ticket.
FAQs: Trains from Pompei to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pompei to Messina 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pompei to Messina
Most Pompei to Messina trains use the Pompei to Messina Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Pompei and Messina train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Pompei
Arrival train stations in Messina
Which Pompei station do trains to Messina leave from?
Trains from Pompei to Messina leave from Pompei. The station is from Pompei city centre at Piazza Immacolata, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy.
PompeiPiazza Immacolata, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy+39 081 850 7245
City-centre transport
Getting to Pompei from Pompei city centre
BusSeveral lines available
TrainCircumvesuviana line
Pompei train station facilities and services
Pompei has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Garum, Add'u Mimi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pompei. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pompei. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pompei: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pompei: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pompei: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Palma, Hotel Diana Pompei, Hotel Forum.
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