How to travel from Florence to Messina
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How to get from Florence to Messina by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Florence to Messina is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Travel Information from Florence to Messina
 Distance | 444 miles (716 km) |
|---|---|
 Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train |
 Ticket price range | $94 - $123 |
 Cheapest mode | Bus • $94 (€83) • 11 h 55 min |
 Fastest mode | Flight • $123 (€108) • 3 h 30 min |
 Popular travel companies | Autoservizi Salemi, ITA or Intercity |
Travel 444 miles (716 km) by bus, flight or train from Florence to Messina. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 3 h 30 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $94 (€83). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Autoservizi Salemi, ITA or Intercity among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Florence to Messina.
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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $35 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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: $52
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
- Cheapest Price: $85
Vueling is one of Spain’s leading low-cost airlines where you can choose between Basic, Optima or Time Flex tickets for your next travel to Messina from Florence.
- Cheapest Price: $98
FAQs: Travel from Florence to Messina
There are 3 options to travel to Messina from Florence including taking a bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Messina is a bus with an average price of $94 (€83).
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Messina:
A bus is $29 (€25) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $123 (€108) from Florence to Messina.
Taking a bus costs $4 (€3) less than taking a train, which costs on average $98 (€86) for the same trip.
The quickest way to travel between Florence and Messina is by flight, which takes on average 3 h 30 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Bus takes on average 11 h 55 min.
Train takes 13 h 27 min on average.
The distance from Florence to Messina is approximately 444 miles (716 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Messina is:
- 1 bus a day.
- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Florence to Messina as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Messina:
- Buses from Florence to Messina most often leave from Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).
- Trains mostly leave from Firenze Santa Maria Novella and tend to arrive in Messina Centrale.
The following travel companies offer services from Florence to Messina:
- Travel with Autoservizi Salemi to go to Messina by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Autoservizi Salemi Florence to Messina tickets on Omio for $94 (€83).
- ITA can get you to Messina by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with ITA from Florence to Messina for $123 (€108) on Omio.
- Travel with Intercity for trains to Messina. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Intercity Florence to Messina tickets on Omio for $98 (€86).
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