The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Salerno
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 41 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 £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
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 41 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 734
Intercity 724
Intercity 724+
Regionale 5096
Intercity 734+
Metropolitano 21340
Intercity 734+
Metropolitano 21340
Intercity 724
Intercity 734
Intercity 724+
Regionale 5096
Intercity 724+
Regionale 5096
Intercity 734+
Metropolitano 21340Travel 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 4m. 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 £15.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£36 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m 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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Live departures
Messina to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Salerno trains for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 724+ Regionale 5096 | 12:20 Messina Centrale | 5h40 | 18:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
Intercity 724 | 12:20 Messina Centrale | 5h17 | 17:37 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 724+ Regionale 5096 | 12:20 Messina Centrale | 5h40 | 18:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 15:48 Messina Centrale | 6h39 | 22:27 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 36352 | 23:35 Messina Centrale | 6h25 | 06:00 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 734 | 09:15 Messina Centrale | 5h21 | 14:36 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 734+ Metropolitano 21340 | 09:15 Messina Centrale | 6h25 | 15:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
Intercity 734+ Metropolitano 21340 | 09:15 Messina Centrale | 6h25 | 15:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Salerno
Trains from Messina to Salerno run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
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 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte, Regionale from Messina to Salerno trainsIntercity, Italo, Intercity Notte, Regionale trains will get you between Messina and Salerno from £13. 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Osteria dei Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Hotel Montestella
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities and two platforms for regional services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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