How to travel from Bari to Messina

There are 3 options to travel between Bari and Messina including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bari to Messina is a bus with an average price of €41.

This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Messina:

A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Messina costing on average €86.

The fastest way to travel from Bari to Messina is by bus with an average journey time of 9h 5m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 49m.

The distance from Bari to Messina is approximately 213 miles (344 km).

The average frequency per day from Bari to Messina is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bari and Messina as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bari to Messina:

• Flights mostly depart from Bari Palese Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bari Centrale and arrive in Messina Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bari to Messina, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Itabus to go to Messina by bus.
• Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Messina by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bari to Messina:

• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus.

Omio customers who travel from Bari to Messina often also extend their vacation to go to Taormina, Rome, Catania, Palermo, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Messina and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Messina to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Messina, you can visit the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, a unique Norman-Arab style church, and explore the vibrant Piazza del Duomo, which offers access to landmarks like the Messina Cathedral and the Renaissance Fountain of Orion. Enjoy scenic views and boat tours at the Strait of Messina, and don't miss the daily show at the Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock. Discover local Sicilian products at the markets, stroll along the waterfront, and visit the Regional Museum of Messina. For panoramic city views, head to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Montalto.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Messina allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as the Cathedral of Messina, the Regional Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and nearby beaches.