The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 5 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 9 trains that leave Rome Termini for Messina Centrale every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 9 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 72711:268h09Rome Termini19:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 7237:268h09Rome Termini15:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 72711:268h09Rome Termini19:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 7237:268h09Rome Termini15:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
InterCityNotte 195923:009h05Rome Termini8:05Messina Centrale£801One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 195521:257h50Rome Termini5:15Messina Centrale£1181One-way1 change
Intercity 72711:268h09Rome Termini19:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 7237:268h09Rome Termini15:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 72711:268h09Rome Termini19:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 7237:268h09Rome Termini15:35Messina Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rome Termini to Messina Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 488 km
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£59 Average Price | £27 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome Termini to Messina Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Termini to Messina Centrale trains for today, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:16 Rome Termini | 8h59 | 5:15 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1955 | 20:16 Rome Termini | 8h59 | 5:15 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 21:00 Rome Termini | 8h15 | 5:15 Messina Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1959 | 23:30 Rome Termini | 10h15 | 9:45 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1959 | 23:30 Rome Termini | 10h15 | 9:45 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 723 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 8h09 | 15:35 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 723 | 7:26 Rome Termini | 8h09 | 15:35 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 727 | 11:26 Rome Termini | 8h09 | 19:35 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 727 | 11:26 Rome Termini | 8h09 | 19:35 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale
Trains from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 488 km distance in 8h 9m.
Distance 488 km |
Average train duration 8h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 8h 9m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 22:25 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Rome Termini and Messina Centrale from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome Termini to Messina Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Termini to Messina Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome Termini and Messina Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
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