- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£60
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£119
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
18 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
18 h 48 m
Buses on 29 Aug
11
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Messina to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Milan will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £60.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 11 buses from Messina to Milan, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 964 km distance in an average of 18 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 10 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Messina to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 964 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £65 Average Price |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Milan coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:15 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 17h30 | 13:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 18h20 | 14:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
S202 · S122 | 21:15 Messina | 15h55 | 13:10 Milano, San Donato M3 | 1 change | |
S202 · S122 | 21:15 Messina | 16h35 | 13:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h40 | 17:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 21h00 | 18:30 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
2126 | 21:35 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h05 | 16:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
4182 · 2402 | 23:20 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h30 | 18:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h25 | 20:55 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 20h10 | 21:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 25h00 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 18h20 | 5:15 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h00 | 5:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 19h10 | 8:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:25 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 18h25 | 7:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Messina to Milan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 964 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 964 km |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Messina to Milan buses use the Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Messina and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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