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Compare bus and train for Messina to Trapani
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Trapani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 211 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 6h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 211, while a bus costs an average of DKK 261.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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DKK 261 Average price | DKK 211 Average price Cheapest | DKK 510 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Messina to Trapani
Compare the available ways to get from Messina to Trapani, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Trapani:
A train is DKK 51 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Messina to Trapani costing on average DKK 261.
Other travel options to Trapani take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 29m.
Tickets start at around DKK 261 compared to roughly DKK 510 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about DKK 249. The journey takes 6h 26m versus 4h 43m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Messina to Trapani
How to get from Messina to Trapani by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Messina to Trapani is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus2:00 PM 7h00 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) 9:00 PM Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II DKK 248 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FlixBus2:00 PM 7h00 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) 9:00 PM Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II DKK 248 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FlixBus2:00 PM 7h00 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) 9:00 PM Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II DKK 248 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Trapani:
A train is DKK 51 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Messina to Trapani costing on average DKK 261.
Other travel options to Trapani take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 29m.
- Around 4 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Messina and Trapani as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Trapani station.
- Buses mostly depart from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II.
- Travel with Regionale to go to Trapani by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Trapani by bus.
- 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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