The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Tiburtina to Messina
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
8 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Messina will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rome Tiburtina for Messina on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 8 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 47 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 9 h 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.
5:55 AM9h00Rome Tiburtina2:55 PMMessina$801One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM8h47Rome Tiburtina2:35 PMMessina$801One-way0 transfers
7:27 PM8h48Rome Tiburtina4:15 AMMessina$1451One-way0 transfers
5:48 AM8h47Rome Tiburtina2:35 PMMessina$801One-way0 transfers
7:27 PM8h48Rome Tiburtina4:15 AMMessina$1451One-way0 transfers
5:55 AM9h00Rome Tiburtina2:55 PMMessina$801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Rome Tiburtina to Messina
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome Tiburtina to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$88 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest |
8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome Tiburtina to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Tiburtina to Messina trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 21681 | 8:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 9h39 | 6:06 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h48 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:27 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h48 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:48 AM Rome Tiburtina | 8h47 | 2:35 PM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:55 AM Rome Tiburtina | 9h00 | 2:55 PM Messina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rome Tiburtina to Messina by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Tiburtina to Messina
Trains from Rome Tiburtina to Messina run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 0m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:27 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Rome Tiburtina to Messina trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Rome Tiburtina and Messina 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 Rome Tiburtina to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Tiburtina 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 Rome Tiburtina to Messina
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
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