When traveling to Messina from Bologna, what are the departure and arrival points in Bologna and Messina?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Bologna to Messina: Most travelers catch their bus from Bologna, Stazione Centrale and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).

Which travel companies can get me from Bologna to Messina?

Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with from Bologna to Messina: You can take a bus from Bologna to Messina with FlixBus. Cheap tickets can be found for $81 (€72) with FlixBus from Bologna to Messina.

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from Bologna to Messina

How to get from Bologna to Messina by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bologna to Messina is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

08:07PM11h58

Bologna Centrale

08:05AMMessina Centrale

€891One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

10:30AM18h00

Bologna

04:30AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica

€711One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

09:37AM9h58

Bologna Centrale

07:35PMMessina Centrale

€1321One-way

1 transfer

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07:07PM10h08

Bologna Centrale

05:15AMMessina Centrale

€1071One-way

1 transfer

05:25PM14h40

Bologna Centrale

08:05AMMessina Centrale

€871One-way

1 transfer

01:51AM13h44

Bologna Centrale

03:35PMMessina Centrale

€1031One-way

1 transfer

02:30PM14h10

Bologna

04:40AMMessina, Piazza Della Repubblica

€781One-way

1 transfer

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Travel Information between Bologna and Messina

	Distance	485 miles (783 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus
	Popular travel companies	FlixBus

Take a bus to travel 485 miles (783 km) to Messina from Bologna. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this route. Travelers can even take a direct from Bologna to Messina.

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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $21 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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Step on board a Frecciarossa travel and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed travel make about 200 connections across Italy per day, including major destinations like Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice and Naples. These travel reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), so you can travel 485 miles (783 km) between Bologna and Messina quickly on a Frecciarossa high-speed travel. 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 travel schedule for the Bologna to Messina route, so you can select the best times for your upcoming trip. You can find other travel information on Omio for this trip, such as departure and arrival travel 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 travel from Bologna to Messina with us today and enjoy your journey with Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa!

Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.

Cheapest Price: $54

Italo is an Italian high-speed train service operated by NTV (Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori). It operates on the Italian high-speed rail network, connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Turin, Florence, Bologna, Naples, and Salerno. Italo trains are modern and comfortable. Italo offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Prima, with each offering different levels of onboard facilities. Standard tickets offer basic seating, while Comfort tickets offer more comfortable seating and access to the onboard bar. Prima tickets offer the most luxurious experience, with access to the onboard lounge and complimentary snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Italo are Rome to Milan, Rome to Florence, and Milan to Turin.

Cheapest Price: $71

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $34

Wizz Air is one of the leading low-cost airlines offering flights within and outside Europe, and you can choose between Basic, Wixx Go, Wizz Plus & Flex ticket types for your travel from Bologna to Messina.

Ryanair is one of the biggest and most popular low-cost airlines in Europe, headquartered in Ireland. Hopping on a travel and flying to popular European destinations quickly and affordably is made easy with Ryanair. This budget airline is known for operating direct travel to smaller or secondary airports usually outside major cities to keep costs down. A Ryanair travel ticket from Bologna to Messina includes allowance of one small personal bag; additional fees tend to apply for cabin baggage and checked baggage.

Cheapest Price: $21

FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Messina

FAQs: Travel to Messina easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Messina.

You can travel between Bologna and Messina by bus.

A flight is the fastest way to get to Messina from Bologna with an average travel time for this trip around 1 h 35 min.

You should expect to travel around 485 miles (783 km) between Bologna and Messina.

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Messina is:

1 bus per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Messina from Bologna as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Bologna to Messina:

Most travelers catch their bus from Bologna, Stazione Centrale and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).

Let Omio help you find the best company to travel with from Bologna to Messina:

You can take a bus from Bologna to Messina with FlixBus. Cheap tickets can be found for $81 (€72) with FlixBus from Bologna to Messina.

Looking to extend your trip from Bologna to Messina? Many Omio customers who go from Bologna to Messina usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Catania, Palermo or Rome. If you're looking to explore Catania, Palermo or Rome from Messina, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.

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