Rome to Messina train
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Fastest train times from Rome to Messina
Fastest Journey
6 h 37 m
Average
8 h 11 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
487 km
Of the 8 trains that leave Rome for Messina every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Rome to Messina
 | Distance | 302 miles (487 km) |
 | Average train duration | 5 h 3 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $72 (€67) |
 | Train frequency | 2 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Frecciargento, Intercity or Intercity Notte |
Trains from Rome to Messina cover the 302 miles (487 km) long route taking on average 5 h 3 min with our travel partners like Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Frecciargento, Intercity or Intercity Notte. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $72 (€67), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $68 (€63). Travelers depart most frequently from Roma Termini and arrive in Messina Centrale.
Train providers: Frecciarossa, Trenitalia and Italo from Rome to Messina trains
For as little as $68 (€63) you can travel by train between Rome and Messina with Frecciarossa, Trenitalia and Italo. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
Trenitalia is Italy’s national railroad company providing services across the whole country, giving you ample opportunity to discover the beauty and culture of Italy. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains include its high-speed trains Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard services on long-distance routes, and, in most cases, there is barrier-free access on Trenitalia trains.
Taking a train with Trenitalia is a great way to travel between Rome and Messina, and Omio can show you the best times and tickets available for the 302 miles (487 km) long train route. Trenitalia offers different fares for the Rome to Messina trip with ticket options like Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even apply Trenitalia discount cards on Omio at the time of purchasing tickets. Simply check the current Trenitalia train schedule, compare the cheapest, fastest, or earliest routes from Rome to Messina, and buy your cheap Trenitalia train ticket on Omio easily and securely today.
Italo is a brand of high-speed trains from the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV) offering regular services to popular cities around Italy, such as Rome, Naples, Florence and Milan. Among its fleet of trains are the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly train that can reach speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). You can choose from the following Italo ticket types when purchasing tickets between Rome and Messina: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex. Italo offers four different class options: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Standard services in all Italo trains include bathrooms, free WiFi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, snack machines and Italo Live (free onboard entertainment featuring a selection of films, music and games). While some amenities may differ based on the class option booked, each train car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort.
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make about 200 connections across Italy per day, including major destinations like Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice and Naples. These trains reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), so you can travel 302 miles (487 km) between Rome and Messina quickly on a Frecciarossa high-speed train. There are four different classes to choose from: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.
We show you the latest Frecciarossa train schedule for the Rome to Messina route, so you can select the best times for your upcoming trip. You can find other travel information on Omio for this journey, such as departure and arrival train stations, journey times, number of stops, and cheap fares. You can select from three ticket types: Super Economy, Economy, and Base. Once you’ve picked your ticket, book a cheap train between Rome and Messina with us today and enjoy your journey with Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa!
Travel Tips: Trains from Rome to Messina
Some of the Rome train stations to Messina you can start your journey from include Roma Termini, Roma Tiburtina and Roma Ostiense. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Messina include Messina Centrale, Messina Marittima and Messina, Fiumara Gazzi.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Roma Termini and arriving in Messina Centrale.
Passengers booking this route most frequently board their trains from Roma Termini and need to travel around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) from the city center to get to this train station.
Passengers arriving in Messina most often arrive at Messina Centrale and need to travel around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from this train station to the city center.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
Tram lines: 5, 14
Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus 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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