The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Milan
Cheapest price
€113
Average price
€151
Fastest journey
11 h 49 m
Average duration
14 h 14 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Milan will cost around €151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €113.
Of the 11 trains that leave Messina for Milan on Sun, Jun 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 964 km distance in an average of 14 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 49 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 7981:20 PM17h35Messina Centrale6:55 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi€1131One-way1 transfer
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 7981:20 PM17h35Messina Centrale6:55 AMMilan Porta Garibaldi€1131One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 19624:48 PM17h22Messina Centrale10:10 AMMilan Centrale€1131One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 19624:48 PM17h22Messina Centrale10:10 AMMilan Centrale€1131One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 1960+
Intercity 59012:35 AM18h50Messina Centrale7:25 PMMilan Centrale€1511One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 962012:35 AM11h49Messina Centrale12:24 PMMilan Centrale€2191One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 952012:35 AM12h15Messina Centrale12:50 PMMilan Centrale€1791One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIAROSSA 961210:10 PM12h48Messina Centrale10:58 AMMilan Centrale€1831One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 1960+
Intercity 588 · Intercity 60812:35 AM17h10Messina Centrale5:45 PMMilan Centrale€1641One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 1960+
Intercity 588 · Intercity 60812:35 AM17h10Messina Centrale5:45 PMMilan Centrale€1641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Messina to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 964 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€111 Average price | €56 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
16h 13m Average total duration 15h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 56m Average total duration 16h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Messina to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Milan trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 21684+ Intercity 734+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 9:18 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 11h42 | 9:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 798 | 1:20 PM Messina Centrale | 17h35 | 6:55 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 798 | 1:20 PM Messina Centrale | 17h35 | 6:55 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21688+ InterCityNotte 1962+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 2:56 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 17h54 | 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1962+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 4:48 PM Messina Centrale | 16h02 | 8:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 4:48 PM Messina Centrale | 17h22 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 4:48 PM Messina Centrale | 17h22 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1956+ FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 10:10 PM Messina Centrale | 12h48 | 10:58 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 590 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 18h50 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 17h10 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 12h15 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 17h10 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 590 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 18h50 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9620 | 12:35 AM Messina Centrale | 11h49 | 12:24 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Milan
Trains from Messina to Milan run on average 9 times per day, taking around 15h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 964 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 964 km |
Average train duration 15h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 15m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity from Messina to Milan trainsIntercity Notte, Italo, Intercity trains will get you between Messina and Milan from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Messina to Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Milan by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Messina to Milan
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
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