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Museo del Mare di Scilla
Small museum inside Castello Ruffo presenting material on Scilla’s history, the strait and the town’s maritime identity.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tropea to Scilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tropea to Scilla will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 10 trains from Tropea to Scilla, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
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Trains from Tropea to Scilla run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Tropea to Scilla.
The table below shows live departures for Tropea to Scilla trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 5479 | 20:35 Tropea station | 1h10 | 21:45 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Regionale 5477 | 6:01 Tropea station | 1h10 | 7:11 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 795 | 6:57 Tropea station | 1h20 | 8:17 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5473 | 7:28 Tropea station | 1h17 | 8:45 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22154 · Regionale 6557 | 9:18 Tropea station | 2h23 | 11:41 Scilla station | 1 change | |
Regionale 5475 | 11:42 Tropea station | 1h20 | 13:02 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5598 · Regionale 6563 | 12:13 Tropea station | 2h31 | 14:44 Scilla station | 1 change | |
Regionale 5481 | 14:36 Tropea station | 1h05 | 15:41 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5483 | 16:30 Tropea station | 1h14 | 17:44 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5485 | 18:45 Tropea station | 1h19 | 20:04 Scilla station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Small museum inside Castello Ruffo presenting material on Scilla’s history, the strait and the town’s maritime identity.
Compact exhibition space in the castle area with displays linked to the sea, fishing traditions and local cultural memory.
Small cultural venue hosting local history and visual displays connected with Scilla’s community and coastal traditions.
Scilla’s oldest seaside quarter, with narrow lanes, houses above the water and memorable walks through a traditional fishing setting.
Main beach area with promenade views towards the castle and the Strait, ideal for an easy scenic walk by the sea.
Belvedere area near the castle offering broad coastal panoramas and one of the best viewpoints over Chianalea and the sea.
Swordfish rolls filled with breadcrumbs, cheese and herbs, then grilled. A hallmark of the Strait of Messina fishing tradition.
Freshly caught swordfish, often grilled simply with olive oil, lemon and oregano. It is one of Scilla’s signature seafood dishes.
Salted and dried cod cooked with tomatoes, olives, capers and potatoes. A classic southern Calabrian home-style dish.
Refined restaurant in the historic fishing quarter, known for fresh local catch, swordfish dishes and romantic waterfront tables.
Casual gelateria and café known for Bagnara-style gelato and granita, ideal for a traditional sweet stop in warmer months.
Well-known seafood restaurant in Chianalea, popular for swordfish and Strait fish dishes with sea views and a traditional setting.
Moderate for southern Italy: meals and cafés are reasonable, but seaside rooms in peak summer cost more. Local buses and trains are generally affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Most Tropea to Scilla trains use the Tropea to Scilla station pair. Use this guide to compare Tropea and Scilla train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tropea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: BO.CA - BOTTEGA CALABRA, Ristorante Tropea
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Ticket office support is available at Tropea. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Tropea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tropea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tropea: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tropis, Hotel Rocca Della Sena, Hotel La Perla.
Scilla has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Principe di Scilla, Ristorante Bleu De Toi
Ticket office support is available at Scilla. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Scilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Scilla: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scilla: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel U'Bais, Il Principe di Scilla.
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