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Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare di Messina
The city’s main museum displays works by Caravaggio, Antonello followers and artefacts recovered after the 1908 earthquake.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Messina
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Sept
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 52 m
Trains on 01 Sept
24
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Messina will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Fast trains
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 24 trains from Palermo to Messina, including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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 12888 · Regionale 12900 · Regionale 2169311:474h54Palermo Centrale16:41Fiumara Gazzi£151One-way2 changes- Regionale 53526:173h03Palermo Centrale9:20Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale 535814:253h16Palermo Centrale17:41Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 536820:133h05Palermo Centrale23:18Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 5350 · Regionale 216855:013h12Palermo Centrale8:13Fiumara Gazzi£151One-way1 change
- Regionale Veloce 53548:222h50Palermo Centrale11:12Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 53548:222h50Palermo Centrale11:12Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 536418:332h51Palermo Centrale21:24Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 536418:332h51Palermo Centrale21:24Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
- Regionale Veloce 536016:282h56Palermo Centrale19:24Messina Centrale£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Palermo to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 192 km
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Live departures
Palermo to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Messina trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Regionale Veloce 5360 | 16:28 Palermo Centrale | 2h56 | 19:24 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5360 | 16:28 Palermo Centrale | 2h56 | 19:24 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5364 | 18:33 Palermo Centrale | 2h51 | 21:24 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5364 | 18:33 Palermo Centrale | 2h51 | 21:24 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5368 | 20:13 Palermo Centrale | 3h05 | 23:18 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5368 | 20:13 Palermo Centrale | 3h05 | 23:18 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
| Regionale Veloce 5350 · Regionale 21685 | 5:01 Palermo Centrale | 3h12 | 8:13 Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| Regionale Veloce 5350 | 5:01 Palermo Centrale | 3h03 | 8:04 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5350 | 5:01 Palermo Centrale | 3h03 | 8:04 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 5352 | 6:17 Palermo Centrale | 3h03 | 9:20 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 5352 | 6:17 Palermo Centrale | 3h03 | 9:20 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
 Intercity 736 | 7:00 Palermo Centrale | 3h00 | 10:00 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Intercity 736 | 7:00 Palermo Centrale | 3h00 | 10:00 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5354 · Regionale 21687 | 8:22 Palermo Centrale | 4h14 | 12:36 Fiumara Gazzi | 1 change | |
| Regionale Veloce 5354 | 8:22 Palermo Centrale | 2h50 | 11:12 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5354 | 8:22 Palermo Centrale | 2h50 | 11:12 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892 · Regionale 21691 | 9:31 Palermo Centrale | 5h53 | 15:24 Fiumara Gazzi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892 | 9:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h14 | 13:45 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
| Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892 | 9:31 Palermo Centrale | 4h14 | 13:45 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
| Regionale 12888 · Regionale 12900 · Regionale 21693 | 11:47 Palermo Centrale | 4h54 | 16:41 Fiumara Gazzi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 12888 · Regionale 12900 | 11:47 Palermo Centrale | 4h08 | 15:55 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
| Regionale 12888 · Regionale 12900 | 11:47 Palermo Centrale | 4h08 | 15:55 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
| Regionale 5358 | 14:25 Palermo Centrale | 3h16 | 17:41 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale 5358 | 14:25 Palermo Centrale | 3h16 | 17:41 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Messina
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Trains from Palermo to Messina run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:21, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 2h 47m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 3:21 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo to Messina trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo and Messina from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£15
Regionale frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£9
Intercity frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Messina
Things to do in Messina
Discover the best of Messina — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Messina trip today.
- Recommended
MUMA Museo del Mare
University museum with zoological and natural science collections, useful for visitors interested in academic heritage and research.
- Recommended
Monte di Pietà
Museum space dedicated to local visual culture and temporary exhibitions, offering a quieter stop beyond the headline sights.
- Must visit
Piazza Duomo
Messina’s main square, framed by the cathedral, clock tower and fountain, and a natural starting point for exploring the centre.
- Recommended
Passeggiata a Mare
Seafront promenade with open views across the Strait, ideal for walking, people-watching and seeing daily harbour activity.
- Recommended
Viale San Martino
Broad central avenue lined with shops and historic buildings, useful for an urban stroll between key monuments and stations.
Involtini di pesce spada
Swordfish rolls stuffed with breadcrumbs, cheese, herbs and often capers, then grilled. A Messina Strait classic reflecting the city’s long fishing tradition.
- Gluten-free
Stoccafisso alla messinese
Stockfish slowly stewed with tomatoes, potatoes, olives and capers. It is a festive Sicilian dish closely associated with Messina and north-eastern Sicily.
Pasta ’ncasciata
Baked pasta with ragù, peas, cheese and often aubergine. This Sicilian Sunday favourite is especially beloved in and around Messina.
Ristorante Kajiki
Refined restaurant serving Sicilian seafood and seasonal dishes in a polished setting, suited to a longer lunch or dinner.
Pasticceria Irrera 1910
Historic pastry and ice-cream venue known for granita, brioche and classic Sicilian sweets in an elegant central setting.
Trattoria Da Pippo
Traditional Messina spot popular for seafood dishes and local specialities, with a relaxed trattoria atmosphere near the centre.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Sicily. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than Rome or Milan, while ferries, trains and local buses stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or minimal. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave 5-10% in restaurants for very good service, though it is not obligatory.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €3.50
To the city centre
Messina Centrale -> Piazza Duomo, Messina
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- ATM MovUp is the official ATM Messina app for journey planning, live vehicle information and ticket purchase.
- ATM states contactless bank card payment is available with Up&Go on board buses and trams.
FAQs: Palermo to Messina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Palermo to Messina can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The train journey from Palermo to Messina covers a distance of 192 km and takes approximately 2h 47m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Palermo to Messina is 192 km.
The first train from Palermo to Messina leaves at 3:21.
The last train from Palermo to Messina departs at 22:17.
Trains from Palermo to Messina run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Palermo to Messina.
Yes, there is a direct train between Palermo and Messina. The service operates 11 times per day, provided by Regionale, Intercity.
To get from Palermo to Messina, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Palermo to Messina.
The train station in Palermo that goes to Messina is Palermo Centrale, and it arrives at Messina Centrale.
The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Messina is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Palermo to Messina in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Palermo to Messina offers scenic views of the Sicilian coastline, including glimpses of the Tyrrhenian Sea, rugged landscapes, and charming coastal towns, making it a picturesque experience.
A day trip from Palermo to Messina is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 47m. Trains run 13 times per day and the distance is 192 km.
In Messina, you can explore the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, a Norman-Arab style church, and enjoy vibrant local life at Piazza del Duomo, which provides access to key landmarks. Take a scenic boat tour of the Strait of Messina, or browse local markets for authentic Sicilian products. Enjoy a walk along the Messina waterfront, and visit the Messina Cathedral, known for its Norman architecture and astronomical clock. The Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock offer intricate displays and a noon show. The Regional Museum of Messina houses art and regional history, while the Sanctuary of the Madonna di Montalto offers panoramic city views. Don't miss the Fountain of Orion in Piazza del Duomo, celebrated for its Renaissance sculptures.
Two to three days in Messina is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Cathedral of Messina, the Astronomical Clock, and the Regional Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Palermo to Messina.
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