Palermo to Messina train with Regionale

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Messina

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 12

Cheapest price on Sep 12

€16

Average ticket price on Sep 12

€18

Fastest journey on Sep 12

2 h 53 m

Average journey duration on Sep 12

2 h 53 m

Trains on Sep 12

27

Distance

192 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Palermo to Messina will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 12, we found 27 trains from Palermo to Messina, including 18 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 2 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale 5352
    6:22 AM3h03
    Palermo Centrale
    9:25 AMMessina Centrale
    €161One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 12888 · Regionale 12900
    11:57 AM3h57
    Palermo Centrale
    3:54 PMMessina Centrale
    €161One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 12888 · Regionale 12900 · Regionale 21693
    11:57 AM4h44
    Palermo Centrale
    4:41 PMFiumara Gazzi
    €161One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 12878 · Regionale 12892
    9:36 AM4h09
    Palermo Centrale
    1:45 PMMessina Centrale
    €161One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5360
    4:35 PM2h53
    Palermo Centrale
    7:28 PMMessina Centrale
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Palermo to Messina

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 192 km

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Train
Bus

€17

Average price

€14

Average price

Cheapest

3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 57m

Average total duration

3h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Regionale

Most popular train company

Sais Regional

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Messina is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Messina:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Messina costing on average €17.

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Messina is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Messina take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

Ferry takes on average 6h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Palermo and Messina including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Palermo to Messina train times

The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Messina trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
RegionaleRegionale 12888 · Regionale 1290011:57 AM Palermo Centrale
3h57
3:54 PM Messina Centrale1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 12888 · Regionale 1290011:57 AM Palermo Centrale
3h57
3:54 PM Messina Centrale1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 12888 · Regionale 12900 · Regionale 2169311:57 AM Palermo Centrale
4h44
4:41 PM Fiumara Gazzi2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 53582:30 PM Palermo Centrale
3h14
5:44 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale 53582:30 PM Palermo Centrale
3h14
5:44 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53604:35 PM Palermo Centrale
2h53
7:28 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53604:35 PM Palermo Centrale
2h53
7:28 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53646:36 PM Palermo Centrale
2h53
9:29 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53646:36 PM Palermo Centrale
2h53
9:29 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53688:18 PM Palermo Centrale
3h04
11:22 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53688:18 PM Palermo Centrale
3h04
11:22 PM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
Saturday, September 12
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5350 · Regionale 216855:07 AM Palermo Centrale
3h06
8:13 AM Fiumara Gazzi1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53505:07 AM Palermo Centrale
2h56
8:03 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53505:07 AM Palermo Centrale
2h56
8:03 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale 53526:22 AM Palermo Centrale
3h03
9:25 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale 53526:22 AM Palermo Centrale
3h03
9:25 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
IntercityIntercity 7367:05 AM Palermo Centrale
2h55
10:00 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
IntercityIntercity 7367:05 AM Palermo Centrale
2h55
10:00 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 5354 · Regionale 216878:22 AM Palermo Centrale
4h14
12:36 PM Fiumara Gazzi1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53548:22 AM Palermo Centrale
2h54
11:16 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 53548:22 AM Palermo Centrale
2h54
11:16 AM Messina Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale 12878 · Regionale 128929:36 AM Palermo Centrale
4h09
1:45 PM Messina Centrale1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 12878 · Regionale 12892 · Regionale 216919:36 AM Palermo Centrale
5h48
3:24 PM Fiumara Gazzi2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 12878 · Regionale 128929:36 AM Palermo Centrale
4h09
1:45 PM Messina Centrale1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Palermo to Messina

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Trains from Palermo to Messina run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:21, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 2h 47m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10
Distance
192 km
Average train duration
2h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
2h 47m
First train
3:21 AM
Last train
10:17 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
35 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €10

Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo and Messina from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Regionale Price
€16
Regionale frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Intercity Price
€10
Intercity frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Palermo to Messina

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Messina 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 Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Palermo to Messina can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Palermo to Messina is €17; 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 train from Palermo to Messina is 2h 47m to travel the 192 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Palermo to Messina leaves at 3:21 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Palermo to Messina leaves at 10:17 PM.
Yes,there are 11 direct trains a day from Palermo to Messina with Regionale, Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Palermo to Messina, you can count on Regionale, Intercity for the best way to get you to Messina. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Palermo and Messina and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Messina from Palermo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 47m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Palermo to Messina is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Palermo and Messina including taking a bus and train.

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