How to travel from Messina to Pisa

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Compare bus and train for Messina to Pisa

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 634 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 634, while a train costs an average of DKK 828.

Distance: 466 miles (751 km)

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DKK 634

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DKK 828

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DKK 1,674

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(fuel + tolls)

15h 24m

Average total duration

14h 54m

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12h 13m

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11h 43m

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10h 28m

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0.8 - 1.9kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from Messina to Pisa

Compare the available ways to get from Messina to Pisa, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Pisa is a bus with an average price of DKK 634.

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

A bus is DKK 194 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Pisa costing on average DKK 828.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 12h 13m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Pisa including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Pisa among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around DKK 634 compared to roughly DKK 1,674 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 1,040. The journey takes 14h 54m versus 10h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Messina to Pisa

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from Messina to Pisa

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There are 2 options to travel between Messina and Pisa including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Pisa is a bus with an average price of DKK 634.

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

A bus is DKK 194 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Pisa costing on average DKK 828.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 12h 13m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 24m.

The distance from Messina to Pisa is approximately 466 miles (751 km).
The average frequency per day from Messina to Pisa is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Messina to Pisa:
  • Trains mostly depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Pisa Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).
  • Flights mostly depart from Catania Fontanarossa Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Messina to Pisa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Pisa by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Pisa by train.
Omio customers who travel from Messina to Pisa often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, La Spezia, Milan, Lucca. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pisa and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pisa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Pisa, you can visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning medieval architecture. Discover the Pisa Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, and the Baptistery of St. John, known for its acoustics and Gothic design. The Camposanto Monumentale offers impressive frescoes and ancient Roman sarcophagi. For art enthusiasts, the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo and the National Museum of San Matteo house remarkable collections. Enjoy a stroll along the Arno River, explore the charming Borgo Stretto, and savor a gelato at one of the city's renowned gelaterias.
One to two days in Pisa is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including the Leaning Tower, Piazza dei Miracoli, and nearby historical sites.

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