The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 22 trains that leave Messina Centrale for Catania Centrale every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
Regionale 12977
Regionale 12969
Regionale 12989
Regionale 12983
Regionale 12991
Regionale Veloce 5383
Regionale Veloce 5391
Regionale 5381
Regionale Veloce 5395
Regionale Veloce 5385Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 86 km
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Live departures
Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5381 | 04:13 Messina Centrale | 1h22 | 05:35 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12953 | 04:39 Messina Centrale | 1h54 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12955 | 05:30 Messina Centrale | 2h00 | 07:30 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5383 | 06:26 Messina Centrale | 1h20 | 07:46 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12961 | 06:55 Messina Centrale | 2h05 | 09:00 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5385 | 08:15 Messina Centrale | 1h25 | 09:40 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12967 | 09:33 Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 11:31 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5391 | 10:15 Messina Centrale | 1h21 | 11:36 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12969 | 11:00 Messina Centrale | 2h14 | 13:14 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5395 | 12:20 Messina Centrale | 1h23 | 13:43 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12973 | 12:35 Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 14:38 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12977 | 13:15 Messina Centrale | 1h54 | 15:09 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12981 · Regionale 12985 | 13:38 Messina Centrale | 2h14 | 15:52 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12983 | 15:18 Messina Centrale | 1h58 | 17:16 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5397 | 16:15 Messina Centrale | 1h25 | 17:40 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12987 | 16:45 Messina Centrale | 2h03 | 18:48 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12989 | 17:31 Messina Centrale | 1h45 | 19:16 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12991 | 18:27 Messina Centrale | 1h48 | 20:15 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22117 | 19:18 Messina Centrale | 1h57 | 21:15 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12995 | 21:15 Messina Centrale | 1h47 | 23:02 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale
Trains from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Messina Centrale and Catania Centrale from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina Centrale to Catania Centrale 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 Catania Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Messina Centrale and Catania Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Piazza della Repubblica.
- Ristorante Al Gattopardo
- Osteria del Campanile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Royal Palace
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Sant'Elia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and information services
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to mainland Italy
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Piazza della Repubblica.
- Ristorante Al Gattopardo
- Osteria del Campanile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Royal Palace
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Sant'Elia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and information services
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to mainland Italy
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII.
- Trattoria Catania Ruffiana
- Osteria Antica Marina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Catania Centro
- Hotel Villa Romeo
- Hotel Nettuno
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Alibus: Direct connection to Catania Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII.
- Trattoria Catania Ruffiana
- Osteria Antica Marina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Catania Centro
- Hotel Villa Romeo
- Hotel Nettuno
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Alibus: Direct connection to Catania Airport
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