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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Messina to Palermo
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Oct
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
2 h 36 m
Buses on 01 Oct
32
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Messina to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Palermo will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Fast coaches
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 32 buses from Messina to Palermo, including 31 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
FlixBus14:005h20Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)19:20Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£101One-way0 changes
adeguamento 86:302h45Messina9:15Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£131One-way0 changes- 88599:052h40Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)11:45Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- adeguamento 86:352h35Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)9:10Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- AGGIUNTA 5216:002h50Messina18:50Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£131One-way0 changes
- adeguamento 86:352h35Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)9:10Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- 886318:052h35Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)20:40Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- AGG-11912:052h35Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)14:40Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- 886014:202h35Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)16:55Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
- 88599:052h40Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata)11:45Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
Live departures
Messina to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Palermo coaches for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 14:00 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 5h20 | 19:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8860 | 14:15 Messina | 2h45 | 17:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8860 | 14:15 Messina | 2h40 | 16:55 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8860 | 14:20 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 17:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8860 | 14:20 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h35 | 16:55 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGGIUNTA 52 | 16:00 Messina | 2h50 | 18:50 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGGIUNTA 52 | 16:00 Messina | 2h45 | 18:45 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGGIUNTA 52 | 16:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h45 | 18:50 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGGIUNTA 52 | 16:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 18:45 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8863 | 18:00 Messina | 2h45 | 20:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8863 | 18:00 Messina | 2h40 | 20:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8863 | 18:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h35 | 20:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8863 | 18:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 20:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 1 October | |||||
| 2390 | 4:30 Messina | 2h45 | 7:15 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2390 | 4:30 Messina | 2h50 | 7:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2390 | 4:35 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 7:15 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2390 | 4:35 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h45 | 7:20 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:25 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 4h35 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| adeguamento 8 | 6:30 Messina | 2h45 | 9:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| adeguamento 8 | 6:30 Messina | 2h40 | 9:10 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 4h25 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 1 change | |
| adeguamento 8 | 6:35 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h35 | 9:10 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| adeguamento 8 | 6:35 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 9:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8859 | 9:00 Messina | 2h45 | 11:45 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8859 | 9:00 Messina | 2h50 | 11:50 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8859 | 9:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 11:45 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8859 | 9:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h45 | 11:50 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 4h00 | 15:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGG-119 | 12:00 Messina | 2h45 | 14:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGG-119 | 12:00 Messina | 2h40 | 14:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGG-119 | 12:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h40 | 14:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
| AGG-119 | 12:05 Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) | 2h35 | 14:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Messina to Palermo
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Buses from Messina to Palermo run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:11, the last at 22:17. The fastest coach covers the 192 km distance in 2h 35m.
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
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 1:11 |
Last bus 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 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
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus from Messina to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Messina to Palermo with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£9
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Itabus Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Itabus Price
£5
Itabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Sais Regional
About
Sais Regional is a bus company operating primarily in Italy, particularly in Sicily. It is part of the larger SAIS Autolinee group, a historical company that has been a leader in local public transport in Sicily since 1926 and also provides interregional connections. Sais Regional offers routes connecting major Sicilian cities like Catania, Palermo, and Messina, as well as services to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The company emphasizes safety, quality, and eco-compatibility with a continuously renewed fleet of modern buses. They aim to provide comfortable and reliable travel experiences, with some services offering amenities like free Wi-Fi and flexible booking options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Sais Regional Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Sais Regional Price
£13
Sais Regional frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Designated seating areas.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Complete guide to Palermo
Things to do in Palermo
Discover the best of Palermo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Palermo trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Archeologico Regionale Antonino Salinas
Archaeological museum with Greek, Roman and Etruscan finds, coins and sculpture. A strong choice for understanding Sicily’s ancient past.
- Recommended
GAM - Galleria d'Arte Moderna
Modern and contemporary art museum in a restored monastery complex. Visit for Italian art, changing exhibitions and a central historic setting.
- Must visit
Quattro Canti
Monumental square at the junction of Palermo’s historic main streets. A classic meeting point with theatrical Baroque façades and constant street life.
- Recommended
Piazza Verdi
Elegant square beside Teatro Massimo, popular for strolling and people-watching. A useful base for exploring central Palermo on foot.
- Recommended
Mercato del Capo
Historic market district with layered architecture, lively lanes and everyday city life. Best for atmosphere, street scenes and local character.
Arancine
Fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street-food classic, especially beloved in Palermo for its hearty, portable character.
Pane ca meusa
Soft sesame-topped roll stuffed with spleen and lung, often with ricotta or caciocavallo. A distinctive Palermo sandwich with deep working-class roots.
Pasta con le sarde
Pasta with sardines, wild fennel, raisins and pine nuts. It captures Palermo’s Arab-Norman culinary heritage through sweet-savoury flavours.
Osteria Ballarò
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian seafood, pasta and Palermo classics in an elegant but relaxed historic-centre atmosphere.
Nni Franco U Vastiddaru
Historic market stall famed for pane ca meusa and other Palermo street-food staples in a lively, no-frills setting.
Ke Palle
Long-established informal spot known for arancine, panelle and other classic rosticceria specialities popular with locals.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: street food and buses are cheap, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for street food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
FAQs: Messina to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Palermo 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 Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Messina to Palermo can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Messina to Palermo is £14; 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 coach from Messina to Palermo is 2h 35m 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 coach from Messina to Palermo leaves at 1:11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Messina to Palermo leaves at 22:17.
Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Messina to Palermo with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Messina to Palermo, you can count on Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus for the best way to get you to Palermo. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Messina and Palermo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Messina , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale), Messina, Viale Boccetta (Chiesa di San Francesco all'Immacolata) . When arriving in Palermo , you can end your route in coach stations like Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus), Palermo, Oreto - Orsi.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus), located 1 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Palermo including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Messina to Palermo:
- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Messina to Palermo for coach company Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Messina to Palermo depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Messina to Palermo.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Messina to Palermo:
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Messina to Palermo:
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Messina to Palermo. The following conditions apply:
- 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.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Messina to Palermo with the following coach company: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Itabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Messina to Palermo with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Messina to Palermo with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus.
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