The cheapest and fastest trains from Salerno to Messina
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salerno to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Messina will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salerno for Messina every day 3 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 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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.
13:245h26Salerno18:50Messina£421One-way0 changes
9:255h10Salerno14:35Messina£441One-way0 changes
9:325h03Salerno14:35Messina£441One-way0 changes
9:325h03Salerno14:35Messina£441One-way0 changes
9:255h10Salerno14:35Messina£441One-way0 changes
13:245h26Salerno18:50Messina£421One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, ferry and coach for Salerno to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Messina 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 5m. 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 £13.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£40 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m 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
Salerno to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Messina trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1955 | 21:15 Salerno station | 6h00 | 3:15 Messina Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 April | |||||
![]() | 9:25 Salerno | 5h10 | 14:35 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:32 Salerno | 5h03 | 14:35 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:24 Salerno | 5h26 | 18:50 Messina | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salerno to Messina
Trains from Salerno to Messina run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
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 3m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale from Salerno to Messina trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale trains will get you between Salerno and Messina 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: Salerno to Messina train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno 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 Salerno and Messina
- 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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