The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Florence
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£144
Fastest journey
9 h 31 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
717 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Florence will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
Of the 6 trains that leave Messina for Florence every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 717 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 51 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.
InterCityNotte 1962
InterCityNotte 1960+
Intercity 590
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIAROSSA 9516
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9568
Intercity 738+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9556
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9568
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520
InterCityNotte 1956+
FRECCIAROSSA 9516
InterCityNotte 1962Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Messina to Florence
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Messina to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 717 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Messina to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Florence trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:10 Messina | 12h01 | 08:11 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 590 | 23:35 Messina Centrale | 14h50 | 14:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 23:35 Messina Centrale | 10h11 | 09:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
Intercity 738+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9556 | 09:15 Messina Centrale | 9h31 | 18:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 724+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9568 | 12:20 Messina Centrale | 9h38 | 21:58 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 15:45 Messina Centrale | 12h51 | 04:36 Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Florence
Trains from Messina to Florence run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 717 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 717 km |
Average train duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 8h 35m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:26 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Messina to Florence trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Messina and Florence from £22. 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 to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Messina and Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- Ramps, restrooms.
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