How to travel from Bologna to Messina

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Messina is a bus with an average price of $60.

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

A bus is $23 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Messina costing on average $83.

A bus is $65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Messina costing on average $125.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Messina is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 27m.

Bus takes on average 15h 4m.

The distance from Bologna to Messina is approximately 487 miles (784 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Messina is:

• Around 15 flights per day.
• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna 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 Bologna to Messina:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Messina Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).

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

• Travel with Malta Air to go to Messina by flight.
• Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Messina by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar to go to Messina by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Messina with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
• 1 direct trains per day with Intercity Notte.
• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Messina often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Rome, Taormina, Palermo, Milazzo. 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.