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The cheapest and fastest buses from Messina to Catania
Showing times and prices for May 01
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Buses per day
131
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Messina to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Catania will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Fast buses
Of the 131 buses that leave Messina for Catania on Fri, May 01, 123 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 01 the direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, May 01 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
21255:46 AM1h39Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)7:25 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€61One-way0 transfers- 21255:46 AM1h19Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)7:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€61One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM1h00Messina6:00 AMCatania€71One-way0 transfers- 44116:51 AM1h59Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)8:50 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€81One-way0 transfers
- 44116:51 AM1h39Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)8:30 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€81One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM1h00Messina6:00 AMCatania€71One-way0 transfers
Flibco3:45 AM1h05Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi4:50 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€221One-way0 transfers
600649:45 AM1h10Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi10:55 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)€81One-way0 transfers- AGG-1803:45 PM1h10Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi4:55 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)€81One-way0 transfers
- AGG-18511:45 AM1h10Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi12:55 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Messina to Catania
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Messina to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Catania buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flibco | 3:30 AM Messina, Viale Boccetta / Via Santa Chiara | 1h20 | 4:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Flibco | 3:45 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h05 | 4:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2125 | 5:46 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h39 | 7:25 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2125 | 5:46 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h19 | 7:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 6:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 6h36 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| 2479 | 6:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 7:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 | 6:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 7:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 | 6:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 7:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 | 6:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 7:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 6:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 6h32 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| 2479 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 6:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 6h30 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| 2479 | 6:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 7:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 | 6:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 7:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 | 6:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 7:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2479 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 6:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 6h21 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| 2479 | 6:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 7:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus | 6:25 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h30 | 7:55 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:35 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h20 | 7:55 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4411 | 6:51 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h59 | 8:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4411 | 6:51 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h39 | 8:30 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 8:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 7:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 5h36 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 8:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 8:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 7:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 5h32 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 8:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 7:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 5h30 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 8:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 8:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 8:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 | 7:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 8:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 17 · 8898 · aggiunta 14 | 7:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 5h21 | 12:36 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2 transfers | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 10:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 10:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 10:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 3 | 9:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 10:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 60064 | 9:30 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h25 | 10:55 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 60064 | 9:35 AM Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 1h20 | 10:55 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 60064 | 9:45 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h10 | 10:55 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 11:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:00 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 11:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 11:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:04 AM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 11:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 11:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:06 AM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 11:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 11:47 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 19 | 10:15 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 11:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h20 | 12:35 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:30 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h26 | 12:56 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:30 AM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h25 | 12:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:35 AM Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 1h20 | 12:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:35 AM Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 1h21 | 12:56 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:45 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h11 | 12:56 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-185 | 11:45 AM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h10 | 12:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 2:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 2:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 2:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 2:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 2:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 2:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 2:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 24 | 12:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 2:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 2:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 2:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 2:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 2:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 2:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 2:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 2:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 417070 | 1:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 2:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h20 | 3:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 4:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 4:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 4:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 26 | 3:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 4:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-180 | 3:30 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h25 | 4:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-180 | 3:35 PM Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 1h20 | 4:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-180 | 3:45 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h10 | 4:55 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 5:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 5:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 5:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:04 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 5:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 5:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:06 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 5:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 5:47 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 27 | 4:15 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 5:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:30 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 6:20 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:30 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 6:17 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:34 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 6:20 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:34 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 6:17 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:36 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 6:17 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:36 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 6:20 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:45 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 6:20 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| aggiunta 35 | 4:45 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 6:17 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 7:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 7:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 7:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 7:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 7:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 7:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ADEG-4 | 5:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 7:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:00 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h20 | 7:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 8:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 8:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 8:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 8:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 8:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 8:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 8:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8879 | 6:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 8:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h50 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:15 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h47 | 9:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h46 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:19 PM Messina, Via Giuseppe La Farina / Via Lombardia | 1h43 | 9:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h41 | 9:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:21 PM Messina, Viale Gazzi (Stadio Celeste) | 1h44 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h32 | 9:02 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 1 | 7:30 PM Messina, Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri / Largo Alfio Ragazzi | 1h35 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 PM Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1h15 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Sais Regional as well as FlixBus, Itabus, SAIS, Infobus and more offer buses services from Messina to Catania.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Messina to Catania
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Buses from Messina to Catania run on average 129 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 122 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 87 km distance in 1h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 129 |
Direct buses 122 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 3:09 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus, SAIS, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco, Interbus S.p.A., SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro from Messina to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Messina to Catania with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus, SAIS, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco, Interbus S.p.A., SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
€6
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
€6
Itabus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
169 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Interbus S.p.A.
About
Interbus S.p.A. is an Italian bus company founded in Enna in 1926, initially connecting the city to its railway station and later expanding across Sicily. It is a major transportation provider in Sicily, connecting cities like Catania, Palermo, and Syracuse, as well as popular tourist destinations such as Taormina and Noto. Interbus S.p.A. offers numerous daily departures and is known for its comfortable and safe journeys, with many newer vehicles providing Wi-Fi on board. They were also the first Italian company to equip their buses with air conditioning.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Interbus S.p.A. frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a 10% fee. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled.
Sais Regional
About
Sais Regional is a bus company operating primarily in Italy, particularly in Sicily. It is part of the larger SAIS Autolinee group, a historical company that has been a leader in local public transport in Sicily since 1926 and also provides interregional connections. Sais Regional offers routes connecting major Sicilian cities like Catania, Palermo, and Messina, as well as services to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The company emphasizes safety, quality, and eco-compatibility with a continuously renewed fleet of modern buses. They aim to provide comfortable and reliable travel experiences, with some services offering amenities like free Wi-Fi and flexible booking options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€8
Sais Regional frequency
387 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Designated seating areas.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Flibco frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; must be placed on the floor during the journey.
SAIS
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 44m
Cheapest Price
€8
SAIS frequency
159 a day
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day
SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€9
SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Messina to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Catania by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Messina to Catania can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Messina to Catania is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Messina to Catania is 1h 15m to travel the 87 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Messina to Catania leaves at 3:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Messina to Catania leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 122 direct coaches a day from Messina to Catania with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus, SAIS, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco, Interbus S.p.A., SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Messina to Catania, you can count on Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus, SAIS, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Flibco, Interbus S.p.A., SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro for the best way to get you to Catania. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Messina and Catania and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Catania from Messina is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Messina to Catania is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Catania including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Messina to Catania:
- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Messina to Catania for coach company FlixBus, Itabus, Sais Regional, Infobus, Flibco, Interbus S.p.A..
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Messina to Catania depends on the coach companies:
- Sais Regional
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Messina to Catania.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Messina to Catania:
- Sais Regional
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Messina to Catania:
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Messina to Catania. The following conditions apply:
- Sais Regional
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Messina to Catania with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Sais Regional, Infobus, Interbus S.p.A.
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Messina to Catania with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Messina to Catania with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, Interbus S.p.A..
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