How to travel from Messina to Rimini

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Compare bus and train for Messina to Rimini

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Rimini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $150 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 14h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $150, while a train costs an average of $165.

Distance: 433 miles (698 km)

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$150

Average price

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$165

Average price

$234

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 46m

Average total duration

16h 16m

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14h 52m

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14h 22m

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10h 25m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Rimini is a bus with an average price of $150.

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

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Rimini costing on average $165.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Rimini is by train with an average journey time of 14h 52m.

Other travel options to Rimini take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Rimini including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Messina to Rimini 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 $150 compared to roughly $234 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $84. The journey takes 16h 16m versus 10h 25m 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 Rimini

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:30 AM19h10
    Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)
    8:40 PMRimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
    $521One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:30 AM19h10
    Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)
    8:40 PMRimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
    $521One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 89530+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9624 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807
    12:35 AM13h06
    Messina Centrale
    1:41 PMRimini station
    $1811One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 724+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17433
    1:20 PM17h09
    Messina Centrale
    6:29 AMRimini station
    $851One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 724+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17433
    1:20 PM17h09
    Messina Centrale
    6:29 AMRimini station
    $851One-way
    2 transfers
  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 89524+IntercityIntercity 534+RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3916
    8:55 PM16h01
    Messina Centrale
    12:56 PMRimini station
    $1121One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 AM20h10
    Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)
    7:05 AMRimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:05 AM20h10
    Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)
    6:15 AMRimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 PM19h50
    Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)
    4:05 PMRimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Messina to Rimini

Travel to Rimini 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 Messina to Rimini.

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There are 2 options to travel between Messina and Rimini including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Rimini is a bus with an average price of $150.

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

A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Rimini costing on average $165.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Rimini is by train with an average journey time of 14h 52m.

Other travel options to Rimini take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 46m.

The distance from Messina to Rimini is approximately 433 miles (698 km).
The average frequency per day from Messina to Rimini is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Messina and Rimini 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 Rimini:
  • Trains mostly depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Rimini station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Messina to Rimini, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Rimini by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rimini by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Messina to Rimini:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Messina to Rimini often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rimini and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rimini to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rimini, you can stroll through Borgo San Giuliano, a picturesque neighborhood with colorful murals, visit Italia in Miniatura to see miniature replicas of Italian landmarks, and enjoy family-friendly fun at Fiabilandia amusement park. Explore the Rimini City Museum for local history and art, or take a cycling tour along the Marecchia River. Notable sights include the ancient Arch of Augustus, the historic Tiberius Bridge, the Renaissance-style Malatestiano Temple, and the medieval Castel Sismondo. Relax at Rimini Beach along the Adriatic coast.
To fully enjoy Rimini's beaches, historic sites, and vibrant nightlife, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.

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