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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
$175
Average price
$207
Fastest journey
11 h 57 m
Average duration
13 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
857 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $175.
It's difficult to get from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale without transferring at least once.
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 19593:34 PM16h31Venice Mestre8:05 AMMessina Centrale$1751One-way1 transfer- Intercity 584 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 19559:34 AM19h41Venice Mestre5:15 AMMessina Centrale$1941One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 7277:38 AM11h57Venice Mestre7:35 PMMessina Centrale$1961One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3983+FRECCIAROSSA 9653+InterCityNotte 19554:53 PM12h22Venice Mestre5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2201One-way2 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 9435+InterCityNotte 19596:38 PM13h27Venice Mestre8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2281One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 7277:38 AM11h57Venice Mestre7:35 PMMessina Centrale$1961One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3983+FRECCIAROSSA 9653+InterCityNotte 19554:53 PM12h22Venice Mestre5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2201One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9431+InterCityNotte 19554:38 PM12h37Venice Mestre5:15 AMMessina Centrale$2281One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9435+InterCityNotte 19596:38 PM13h27Venice Mestre8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2281One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 19593:34 PM16h31Venice Mestre8:05 AMMessina Centrale$1751One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $105.
Distance: 532 miles (857 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$133 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 9m Average total duration Fastest 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 33m Average total duration 20h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m 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 Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale costing on average $133 (€109).
Other travel options to Messina Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 3m.
Tickets start at around $133 (€109) compared to roughly $225 (€185) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $92 (€76). The journey takes 13h 39m versus 11h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRECCIAROSSA 9431+InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:38 PM Venice Mestre | 12h37 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9437+InterCityNotte 1959 | 7:38 PM Venice Mestre | 13h12 | 8:50 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| FRECCIAROSSA 9405+Intercity 727 | 7:38 AM Venice Mestre | 11h57 | 7:35 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 584 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 19h41 | 5:15 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 16h31 | 8:05 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 14:34, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 532 miles (857 km) distance in 17h 18m.
Distance 532 miles (857 km) |
Average train duration 13h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 17h 18m |
First train 2:34 PM |
Last train 9:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Venice Mestre and Messina Centrale from $53 (€43). 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 Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale
Most Venice Mestre to Messina Centrale trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Enna station pair, with some services arriving at Villarosa. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Messina Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Getting to Enna from Sicily city centre
Enna is 1 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Enna train station facilities and services
Enna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Enna.
Getting to Villarosa from Sicily city centre
Villarosa is 3 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Villarosa train station facilities and services
Villarosa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarosa.
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