The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Naples
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Naples will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 7 trains that leave Messina for Naples on Sat, Mar 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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 734
Intercity 724
Intercity 724
Intercity 734
Regionale 21684+
Intercity 734
Intercity 724
Intercity 724
Intercity 734
Intercity 734
Regionale 21684+
Intercity 734Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Messina to Naples
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Messina to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 314 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€48 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Messina to Naples train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Naples trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 724 | 12:20 PM Messina Centrale | 5h58 | 6:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 724 | 12:20 PM Messina Centrale | 5h58 | 6:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1960 | 11:35 PM Messina Centrale | 7h13 | 6:48 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1960 | 11:35 PM Messina Centrale | 7h13 | 6:48 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
Regionale 21684+ Intercity 734 | 8:18 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 6h58 | 3:16 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 734 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 6h01 | 3:16 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 734 | 9:15 AM Messina Centrale | 6h01 | 3:16 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Naples
Trains from Messina to Naples run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 314 km distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa from Messina to Naples trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Messina and Naples from €10. 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 Naples
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Naples 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 Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Messina to Naples
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Free WiFi throughout the station.
- KiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Tentazioni Cafe
- Burger King
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Time Cafè
- Caffè Toraldo
- Chalet Ciro
- Cibiamo
- Chef Express
- Eccellenze Della Costiera
- 100 Montaditos
- & more
- The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities.
- Grand Hotel Europa
- Starhotels Terminus
- B&B Hotel Napoli
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10
- Located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1, 2
- Tram lines: 1, 2
- Bus lines: 116, 130, 150, 151, 175, 191, 195, 196, 202 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 254 (Filobus), 455, 460, 469, 472, 475, 606, Alibus, N1, N3, N4, N5, N8, R2, R5
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Circumvesuviana (3, 12, 14, 15), Italo
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