The cheapest and fastest coaches from Catania to Messina
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Buses per day
47
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Catania to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Messina will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 47 buses that leave Catania for Messina every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
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Compare train and coach for Catania to Messina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Catania to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 87 km
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2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Catania to Messina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Messina coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4412 | 21:10 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h39 | 22:49 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 17 February | |||||
Regionale 12950 · treno 12950 effettuato con bus PA600 | 04:01 Catania Centrale | 3h33 | 07:34 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12950 · treno 12950 effettuato con bus PA600 | 04:01 Catania Centrale | 3h33 | 07:34 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
treno 12954 effettuato con bus PA602 | 04:38 Catania Centrale | 5h00 | 09:38 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
treno 12954 effettuato con bus PA602 | 04:38 Catania Centrale | 5h00 | 09:38 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12960 · treno 5396 effettuato con bus PA604 | 05:27 Catania Centrale | 2h45 | 08:12 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12960 · treno 5396 effettuato con bus PA604 | 05:27 Catania Centrale | 2h45 | 08:12 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
BUS LP734 | 06:06 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 08:45 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP734 | 06:06 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 08:45 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21510+ BUS LP734 | 06:18 Catania Centrale | 2h27 | 08:45 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21510+ BUS LP734 | 06:18 Catania Centrale | 2h27 | 08:45 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5380 · treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA608 | 07:08 Catania Centrale | 3h24 | 10:32 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5380 · treno 5380 effettuato con bus PA608 | 07:08 Catania Centrale | 3h24 | 10:32 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:40 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h20 | 09:00 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:25 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h25 | 09:50 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP724 | 09:11 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 11:50 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP724 | 09:11 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 11:50 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12974+ BUS LP724 | 09:25 Catania Centrale | 2h25 | 11:50 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12974+ BUS LP724 | 09:25 Catania Centrale | 2h25 | 11:50 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
BUS LP962 | 12:39 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 15:18 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP962 | 12:39 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 15:18 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5384+ BUS LP962 | 13:09 Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 15:18 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5384+ BUS LP962 | 13:09 Catania Centrale | 2h09 | 15:18 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12982 · treno 12982 effettuato con bus PA620 | 13:24 Catania Centrale | 3h41 | 17:05 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12982 · treno 12982 effettuato con bus PA620 | 13:24 Catania Centrale | 3h41 | 17:05 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:25 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h40 | 15:05 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5386 · treno 5386 effettuato con bus PA622 | 14:32 Catania Centrale | 2h45 | 17:17 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5386 · treno 5386 effettuato con bus PA622 | 14:32 Catania Centrale | 2h45 | 17:17 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12988 · treno 12988 effettuato con bus PA626 | 15:18 Catania Centrale | 2h50 | 18:08 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12988 · treno 12988 effettuato con bus PA626 | 15:18 Catania Centrale | 2h50 | 18:08 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5378 · treno 5378 effettuato con bus PA628 | 16:19 Catania Centrale | 1h58 | 18:17 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5378 · treno 5378 effettuato con bus PA628 | 16:19 Catania Centrale | 1h58 | 18:17 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5372 · treno 5372 effettuato con bus PA632 | 17:36 Catania Centrale | 2h43 | 20:19 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5372 · treno 5372 effettuato con bus PA632 | 17:36 Catania Centrale | 2h43 | 20:19 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:40 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h30 | 19:10 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP956 | 18:01 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 20:40 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP956 | 18:01 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 20:40 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5390+ BUS LP956 | 18:35 Catania Centrale | 2h05 | 20:40 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5390+ BUS LP956 | 18:35 Catania Centrale | 2h05 | 20:40 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
treno 12992 effettuato con bus PA636 | 18:47 Catania Centrale | 5h00 | 23:47 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
treno 12992 effettuato con bus PA636 | 18:47 Catania Centrale | 5h00 | 23:47 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 18:55 Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1h39 | 20:34 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 19:15 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1h19 | 20:34 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP960 | 20:26 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 23:05 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
BUS LP960 | 20:26 Catania Centrale | 2h39 | 23:05 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Messina
Buses from Catania to Messina run on average 213 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 212 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 213 |
Direct buses 212 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Interbus S.p.A., Sais Autolinee, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, Interbus from Catania to MessinaYou can travel by bus between Catania to Messina with Sais Regional, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Interbus S.p.A., Sais Autolinee, SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro, Interbus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
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Interbus
Interbus S.p.A.
Sais Regional
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SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro
FAQs: Catania to Messina coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Messina by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Sais Regional
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Sais Regional
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Sais Regional
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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