How to travel from Reggio Calabria to Messina

There are 2 options to travel between Reggio Calabria and Messina including taking a ferry and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Reggio Calabria to Messina is a ferry with an average price of $4.

This is compared to other travel options from Reggio Calabria to Messina:

A ferry is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reggio Calabria to Messina costing on average $13.

The fastest way to travel from Reggio Calabria to Messina is by ferry with an average journey time of 1h 30m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 39m.

Train takes on average 1h 55m.

The distance from Reggio Calabria to Messina is approximately 8 miles (13 km).

The average frequency per day from Reggio Calabria to Messina is:

• Around 14 ferries per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Reggio Di Calabria Centrale and arrive in Messina Centrale.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Reggio Calabria and arrive in Port of Messina.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, Itabus to go to Messina by bus.
• Travel with Intercity to go to Messina by train.
• Travel with Liberty Lines to go to Messina by ferry.

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

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 13 direct ferries per day with Liberty Lines.

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