The cheapest and fastest trains from Gioia Tauro to Messina
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gioia Tauro to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gioia Tauro to Messina will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 4 trains that leave Gioia Tauro for Messina every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
Intercity 723
Intercity 723
Intercity 727
Intercity 727
Intercity 723
Intercity 723
Intercity 727
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Compare train, coach and ferry for Gioia Tauro to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gioia Tauro to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£8 Average Price | £13 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gioia Tauro to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Gioia Tauro to Messina trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:12 Gioia Tauro | 1h08 | 07:20 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:23 Gioia Tauro | 1h57 | 08:20 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:27 Gioia Tauro | 1h53 | 08:20 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:35 Gioia Tauro | 1h25 | 11:00 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:35 Gioia Tauro | 2h00 | 17:35 Messina | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Gioia Tauro to Messina by train, coach or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gioia Tauro to Messina
Trains from Gioia Tauro to Messina run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Gioia Tauro to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Gioia Tauro and Messina from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gioia Tauro to Messina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gioia Tauro 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gioia Tauro and Messina
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Gabbiano
- Trattoria da Mimmo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le Palme
- Hotel Palace Gioia Tauro
- Hotel Al Torrione
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Train: Regional train services
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