How to travel from Palermo to Messina

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

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

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

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Messina costing on average $20.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Messina is by train with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 57m.

Ferry takes on average 7h 3m.

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

The average frequency per day from Palermo to Messina is:

• Around 17 trains per day.
• Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Palermo and Messina 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 Palermo to Messina:

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

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

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

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

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

Omio customers who travel from Palermo to Messina often also extend their vacation to go to Catania, Rome, Taormina, Milazzo, Naples. 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.