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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Naples to Messina
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Naples to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Messina will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 7 buses that leave Naples for Messina every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
388711:458h00Napoli, Autostazione Metropark19:45Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:557h55Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)19:50Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£261One-way0 changes- 418121:007h10Napoli, Autostazione Metropark4:10Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£261One-way0 changes
- 212522:357h10Napoli, Autostazione Metropark5:45Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£311One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:456h45Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)6:30Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus23:456h45Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)6:30Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£451One-way0 changes
- 212522:357h10Napoli, Autostazione Metropark5:45Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£311One-way0 changes
- 418121:007h10Napoli, Autostazione Metropark4:10Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£261One-way0 changes
- FlixBus11:557h55Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)19:50Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£261One-way0 changes
- 388711:458h00Napoli, Autostazione Metropark19:45Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Naples to Messina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Naples to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 314 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £31 Average Price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Naples to Messina bus times
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Messina coaches for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3887 | 11:45 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 8h00 | 19:45 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 7h55 | 19:50 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 14h40 | 6:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 change | |
| 4181 | 21:00 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 7h10 | 4:10 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2125 | 22:35 Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 7h10 | 5:45 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:45 Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 6h45 | 6:30 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 9h45 | 11:10 Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Naples to Messina
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Buses from Naples to Messina run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 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 314 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 314 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi from Naples to MessinaYou can travel by bus between Naples to Messina with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Naples to Messina coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- 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.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Naples and Messina
Most Naples to Messina buses use the Napoli, Napoli Centrale to Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Messina bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Naples station do buses to Messina leave from?
Getting to Napoli, Napoli Centrale from Naples city centre
Napoli, Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Napoli Centrale bus station facilities and services
Napoli, Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Napoli Centrale (in the station), Ristorante Da Dora (0.3 km), Pizzeria 50 Kalò (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Napoli, Autostazione Metropark from Naples city centre
Napoli, Autostazione Metropark is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Autostazione Metropark bus station facilities and services
Napoli, Autostazione Metropark has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Metropark (in the station), Ristorante Napoli Centrale (0.2 km), Pizzeria Vesuvio (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) from Naples city centre
Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) is 5 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) bus station facilities and services
Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Aeroporto (in the station), Ristorante Napoli (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and baggage claim area.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale): Elevators, ramps.
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