The cheapest and fastest trains from Naples to Messina
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Messina will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 5 trains that leave Naples for Messina on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 54 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 723
Intercity 727
Intercity 723+
Regionale 21693
Intercity 723+
Regionale 12983 · Regionale 21690
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 723
Intercity 727
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 723+
Regionale 12983 · Regionale 21690
Intercity 723+
Regionale 21693Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. 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 €11, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 314 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€56 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m 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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Naples to Messina train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:35 PM Naples Centrale | 6h40 | 4:15 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
Intercity 723+ Regionale 21693 | 8:50 AM Naples Centrale | 6h54 | 3:44 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 723+ Regionale 12983 · Regionale 21690 | 8:50 AM Naples Centrale | 6h46 | 3:36 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 723 | 8:50 AM Naples Centrale | 6h05 | 2:55 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 727 | 12:45 PM Naples Centrale | 6h05 | 6:50 PM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Naples to Messina
Distance 314 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciargento from Naples to Messina trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Italo, Frecciargento trains will get you between Naples and Messina from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Naples to Messina
- 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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