The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Messina
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 57 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Messina will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
To travel from Milan to Messina you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 797+
Regionale 22127+
Intercity 72722:1821h17Milan Porta Garibaldi19:35Messina Centrale£1041One-way2 changes
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 72321:1018h25Milan Centrale15:35Messina Centrale£1201One-way2 changes
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 72321:1018h25Milan Centrale15:35Messina Centrale£1201One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 195518:0012h15Milan Centrale6:15Messina Centrale£1441One-way1 change
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195913:4818h17Milan Centrale8:05Messina Centrale£1461One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 195518:0012h15Milan Centrale6:15Messina Centrale£1441One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+
InterCityNotte 195919:3512h30Milan Centrale8:05Messina Centrale£1501One-way1 change
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195913:4818h17Milan Centrale8:05Messina Centrale£1461One-way2 changes
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195913:4818h17Milan Centrale8:05Messina Centrale£1461One-way2 changes
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 72321:1018h25Milan Centrale15:35Messina Centrale£1201One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Milan to Messina
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milan to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 964 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £46 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 40m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Messina trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9681+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 20:35 Milan Centrale | 12h15 | 8:50 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | 21:10 Milan Centrale | 18h25 | 15:35 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | 21:10 Milan Centrale | 18h25 | 15:35 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 551 · Intercity 727 | 22:18 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 21h17 | 19:35 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
Regionale Veloce 2016+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 22h00 | 6:15 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2016+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 22h00 | 6:15 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 8:05 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 8:05 Messina Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 18:00 Milan Centrale | 12h15 | 6:15 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Messina
Trains from Milan to Messina run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 964 km distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 964 km |
Average train duration 11h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 5m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento from Milan to Messina trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento trains will get you between Milan and Messina from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Messina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Messina
Most Milan to Messina trains use the Milano Centrale to Messina Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Messina train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Messina leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Getting to Milano Rogoredo from Milan city centre
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo train station facilities and services
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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