Rome to Messina train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Messina

Showing times and prices for 10 Jul

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

6 h 24 m

Average duration

7 h 49 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

487 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Rome to Messina will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

Of the 10 trains that leave Rome for Messina 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 487 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 24 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 27 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.

IntercityIntercity 727+RegionaleRegionale 22040 · Nave Veloce Blu Jet V12
11:267h54
Rome Termini
19:20Messina Marittima
£581One-way
2 changes
IntercityIntercity 723
07:268h09
Rome Termini
15:35Messina Centrale
£591One-way
0 changes
IntercityIntercity 727
11:268h09
Rome Termini
19:35Messina Centrale
£591One-way
0 changes
IntercityIntercity 551+RegionaleRegionale 5640 · Nave Veloce Blu Jet V11
09:268h54
Rome Termini
18:20Messina Marittima
£591One-way
2 changes
IntercityIntercity 723+RegionaleRegionale 21693
07:269h18
Rome Termini
16:44Fiumara Gazzi
£601One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Messina

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rome to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £28.

Distance: 487 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Flight

£67

Average Price

£43

Average Price

Cheapest

£124

Average Price

7h 25m

Average total duration

6h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 18m

Average total duration

9h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 2.9kg

CO2 emissions

Intercity

Most popular train company

Itabus

Most popular bus company

ITA

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Rome to Messina train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 9 July
Last updated at 16:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 3630518:26 Rome Termini
9h54
04:20 Messina Centrale0 changesdirect
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9657+trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 36305
On time
19:53 Rome Termini
8h27
04:20 Messina Centrale
1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9657+trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 36305+trenitaliaregRegionale 2168319:53 Rome Termini
9h06
04:59 Fiumara Gazzi2 changes
trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 195921:24 Rome Termini
9h26
06:50 Messina Centrale0 changesdirect
Thursday 10 July
trenitaliaintIntercity 72305:26 Rome Termini
8h09
13:35 Messina Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaintIntercity 723+trenitaliaregRegionale 2169305:26 Rome Termini
9h18
14:44 Fiumara Gazzi1 change
frecciargentoFRECCIARGENTO 8333+trenitaliaregNave Veloce Blu Jet V6 · Regionale 21689
On time
05:30 Rome Termini
6h24
11:54 Fiumara Gazzi
2 changes
trenitaliaintIntercity 551+trenitaliaregRegionale 5640 · Nave Veloce Blu Jet V1107:26 Rome Termini
8h54
16:20 Messina Marittima2 changes
trenitaliaintIntercity 72709:26 Rome Termini
8h09
17:35 Messina Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaintIntercity 727+trenitaliaregRegionale 22040 · Nave Veloce Blu Jet V1209:26 Rome Termini
7h54
17:20 Messina Marittima2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Rome to Messina?

The best time to book your train from Rome to Messina is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Rome to Messina route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Rome to Messina per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Rome to Messina.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Rome to Messina

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Trains from Rome to Messina run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
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 £18
Distance
487 km
Average train duration
6h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£52
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
6h 24m
First train
00:03
Last train
23:49
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 £18

Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte and Italo trains Rome to Messina

Travel to Messina from Rome from £47 with Omio’s train partners Intercity, Intercity Notte and Italo! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

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.

Rome to Messina train information with Intercity:

  • Average Duration: 8 h 9 min
  • Cheapest Price: £57
  • Intercity frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Rome to Messina train

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Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Messina

Rome
Messina
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Acafe
  • Moka Café
  • Roadhouse Grill
  • McDonald's
  • Gusto
  • Chef Express
  • Coop Minimarket
  • Mercato Centrale
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Archi di Roma Guest House
  • Gemma di Roma
  • The Liberty Boutique Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near Platform 24.
Public transport options for Roma Termini
  • 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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