How to travel from Naples to Messina

There are 3 options to travel between Naples and Messina including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Messina is a bus with an average price of $61 (€51).

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

A bus is $1 (€0.94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Messina costing on average $62 (€52).

A bus is $256 (€214) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Messina costing on average $317 (€266).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Messina is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 8h 57m.

The distance from Naples to Messina is approximately 195 miles (314 km).

The average frequency per day from Naples to Messina is:

• Around 29 flights per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Naples International Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Naples Centrale and arrive in Messina Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Napoli, Autostazione Metropark and arrive in Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale).

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

• Travel with Salemi, FlixBus, Itabus to go to Messina by bus.
• Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Malta Air, ITA, Transavia France, KLM, easyJet to go to Messina by flight.
• Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Messina by train.

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

• 3 direct buses per day with Salemi, FlixBus, Itabus.
• 4 direct flights per day with Malta Air, easyJet.
• 4 direct trains per day with Intercity, Intercity Notte.

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

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

In Messina, you can visit the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, a unique Norman-Arab style church, and explore the vibrant Piazza del Duomo, which offers access to landmarks like the Messina Cathedral and the Renaissance Fountain of Orion. Enjoy scenic views and boat tours at the Strait of Messina, and don't miss the daily show at the Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock. Discover local Sicilian products at the markets, stroll along the waterfront, and visit the Regional Museum of Messina. For panoramic city views, head to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Montalto.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Messina allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as the Cathedral of Messina, the Regional Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and nearby beaches.