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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Salerno
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Salerno will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Of the 8 trains that leave Messina for Salerno 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 284 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
Intercity 72413:205h17Messina Centrale18:37Salerno station£411One-way0 changes- Intercity 73410:155h19Messina Centrale15:34Salerno station£411One-way0 changes
- Intercity 734+
Metropolitano 2134010:156h25Messina Centrale16:40Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change - Intercity 724+Regionale 509613:205h40Messina Centrale19:00Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change
- Intercity 724+Regionale 509613:205h40Messina Centrale19:00Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change
- Intercity 72413:205h17Messina Centrale18:37Salerno station£411One-way0 changes
- Intercity 73410:155h19Messina Centrale15:34Salerno station£411One-way0 changes
- Intercity 724+Regionale 509613:205h40Messina Centrale19:00Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change
- Intercity 724+Regionale 509613:205h40Messina Centrale19:00Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change
- Intercity 734+Metropolitano 2134010:156h25Messina Centrale16:40Duomo - Via Vernieri£421One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Messina to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 7m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£41 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - 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
Messina to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Salerno trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 InterCityNotte 1960 | 0:35 Messina Centrale | 6h36 | 7:11 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Intercity 734 | 10:15 Messina Centrale | 5h19 | 15:34 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Intercity 734+Metropolitano 21340 | 10:15 Messina Centrale | 6h25 | 16:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
| Intercity 734+Metropolitano 21340 | 10:15 Messina Centrale | 6h25 | 16:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
| Intercity 724 | 13:20 Messina Centrale | 5h17 | 18:37 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Intercity 724+Regionale 5096 | 13:20 Messina Centrale | 5h40 | 19:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
| Intercity 724+Regionale 5096 | 13:20 Messina Centrale | 5h40 | 19:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
| InterCityNotte 1962 | 16:48 Messina Centrale | 6h39 | 23:27 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Messina to Salerno
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Trains from Messina to Salerno run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale from Messina to Salerno trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale trains will get you between Messina and Salerno from £12. 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 Salerno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Messina and Salerno
Most Messina to Salerno trains use the Messina Centrale to Salerno station pair, with some services arriving at Duomo - Via Vernieri. Use this guide to compare Messina and Salerno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salerno station do trains from Messina arrive at?
Getting to Salerno from Salerno city centre
Salerno train station facilities and services
Salerno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, La Botte Pazza, Puro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salerno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salerno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salerno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella, Hotel Montestella.
Getting to Duomo - Via Vernieri from Salerno city centre
Duomo - Via Vernieri train station facilities and services
Duomo - Via Vernieri has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, Osteria dei Sapori
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Duomo - Via Vernieri.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Hotel Montestella, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
Getting to Salerno Torrione from Salerno city centre
Salerno Torrione is 2 km from Salerno city centre. Public transport options include:
Salerno Torrione train station facilities and services
Salerno Torrione has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food options include: Saltimbocca News, Ristorante Cicirinella
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salerno Torrione: Taxis.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
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