The cheapest and fastest trains from Syracuse to Messina
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Syracuse to Messina will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 21 trains that leave Syracuse for Messina on Wed, Feb 04, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.
Regionale Veloce 5396
Regionale 5380
Regionale 5382
Regionale 5384
Regionale 12954
Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378
Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378
Regionale 5372
Regionale 5372
Regionale Veloce 5396Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Syracuse to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. 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 train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 126 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Syracuse to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse to Messina trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5382 · treno 12908 effettuato con bus PA610 | 7:49 AM Syracuse station | 4h10 | 11:59 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5382 · treno 12908 effettuato con bus PA610 | 7:49 AM Syracuse station | 4h10 | 11:59 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378 · treno 5378 effettuato con bus PA628 | 3:01 PM Syracuse station | 3h16 | 6:17 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378 · treno 5378 effettuato con bus PA628 | 3:01 PM Syracuse station | 3h16 | 6:17 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21789 · Regionale Veloce 5390 · treno 5392 effettuato con bus PA638 | 4:10 PM Targia | 7h08 | 11:18 PM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5372 · treno 5372 effettuato con bus PA632 | 4:22 PM Syracuse station | 3h57 | 8:19 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5372 · treno 5372 effettuato con bus PA632 | 4:22 PM Syracuse station | 3h57 | 8:19 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5392 · treno 5392 effettuato con bus PA638 | 7:05 PM Syracuse station | 4h13 | 11:18 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5392 · treno 5392 effettuato con bus PA638 | 7:05 PM Syracuse station | 4h13 | 11:18 PM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
Regionale 12954 | 3:20 AM Syracuse station | 3h25 | 6:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12954 | 3:20 AM Syracuse station | 3h25 | 6:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5396 | 4:06 AM Syracuse station | 2h44 | 6:50 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5396 | 4:06 AM Syracuse station | 2h44 | 6:50 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5380 | 5:38 AM Syracuse station | 3h06 | 8:44 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5380 | 5:38 AM Syracuse station | 3h06 | 8:44 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Syracuse to Messina
Trains from Syracuse to Messina run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:37, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 03:37 |
Last train 22:17 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Syracuse to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Syracuse and Messina from €8. 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 Syracuse to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse 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.

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