The cheapest and fastest trains from Taormina to Messina
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Taormina to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taormina to Messina will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 15 trains that leave Taormina for Messina on Sun, Dec 21, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 52 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 22112
Regionale 22108
Regionale 12986
Regionale 12990
Regionale 5382
Intercity 722
Regionale 5388
Intercity 724
Regionale 22112
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Compare train and bus for Taormina to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Taormina to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Taormina to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Taormina to Messina trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5372 | 6:19 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h43 | 7:02 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5390 | 7:11 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h57 | 8:08 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12992 | 7:44 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h57 | 8:41 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5392 | 9:11 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h52 | 10:03 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
Regionale 22108 | 5:05 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1h17 | 6:22 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22106 | 6:01 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h52 | 6:53 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5500 | 6:41 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1h24 | 8:05 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 722 | 8:30 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h35 | 9:05 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22110 | 9:10 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h57 | 10:07 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12972 | 9:53 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h59 | 10:52 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5382 | 10:50 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h56 | 11:46 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 724 | 11:16 AM Taormina-Giardini | 0h44 | 12:00 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 22112 | 3:12 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h49 | 4:01 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12986 | 3:42 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1h17 | 4:59 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5388 | 4:47 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h43 | 5:30 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 6512 | 5:28 PM Taormina-Giardini | 0h54 | 6:22 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12990 | 5:46 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1h01 | 6:47 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Taormina to Messina
Trains from Taormina to Messina run on average 21 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Trenitalia from Taormina to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity, Trenitalia trains will get you between Taormina and Messina from $5 (€4). 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 Taormina to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taormina 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.

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