How to travel from Messina to Palermo

There are 2 options to travel between Messina and Palermo including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Palermo is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

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

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Palermo costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Palermo is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 50m.

Other travel options to Palermo take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Ferry takes on average 6h 23m.

The distance from Messina to Palermo is approximately 119 miles (192 km).

The average frequency per day from Messina to Palermo is:

• Around 20 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Palermo Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus).

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

• Travel with Regionale, Intercity to go to Palermo by train.
• Travel with Sais Regional, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Palermo by bus.
• Travel with Liberty Lines to go to Palermo by ferry.

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

• 11 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity.
• 9 direct buses per day with Sais Regional, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.

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

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

In Palermo, you can explore the Capuchin Catacombs, visit the bustling Ballarò Market, and admire vibrant street art in the Vucciria district. Take a cooking class to learn traditional Sicilian dishes or enjoy a stroll along the Foro Italico promenade. Don't miss the Palermo Cathedral, Teatro Massimo, Palazzo dei Normanni with the Palatine Chapel, Quattro Canti, and the lush Orto Botanico di Palermo.

Typically, spending 3 to 4 days in Palermo allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture.