How to get to Brindisi from Messina

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Compare coach and train for Messina to Brindisi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Brindisi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a train costs an average of £56.

Distance: 340 km

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Compare ways to travel from Messina to Brindisi

Compare the available ways to get from Messina to Brindisi, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Brindisi is a coach with an average price of £55.

This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Brindisi:

A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Brindisi costing on average £56.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Brindisi is by train with an average journey time of 10h 49m.

Other travel options to Brindisi take longer:

Coach takes on average 10h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messina and Brindisi including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 10h 19m versus 5h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Messina to Brindisi

How to get to Brindisi from Messina by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Messina to Brindisi is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Brindisi by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Brindisi are Corfu, Lecce, Ostuni, Monopoli and Taranto. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Brindisi on Omio.

A view of Corfu

Day trip from Brindisi to Corfu by ferry

Why visit Corfu for the day?

Corfu is known for its Venetian old town, arcades and a character shaped by Greek, Italian and British influences. Corfu Town blends historic squares and fortresses with an easy-going island atmosphere.

A view of Lecce

Day trip from Brindisi to Lecce by ferry

Why visit Lecce for the day?

Lecce is known for its elaborate Baroque architecture, built in warm local stone that gives the old town a distinctive glow. Roman remains, artisan traditions and relaxed piazzas give the city an elegant but lived-in character.

A view of Ostuni

Day trip from Brindisi to Ostuni by ferry

Why visit Ostuni for the day?

Ostuni is known as Puglia’s White City, with a hilltop old town of whitewashed houses, narrow lanes and arches. Its cathedral, broad views and easy rhythm give it a character that feels both historic and lived-in.

A view of Monopoli

Day trip from Brindisi to Monopoli by ferry

Why visit Monopoli for the day?

Monopoli is an Adriatic town in Puglia known for its old harbour, whitewashed lanes and baroque churches. Its historic centre mixes everyday fishing life with small seaside coves and a calm coastal atmosphere.

A view of Taranto

Day trip from Brindisi to Taranto by ferry

Why visit Taranto for the day?

Taranto is a port city in Puglia known for its ancient Greek roots and strong naval identity. Set between two seas, it mixes an atmospheric old town, seafood culture and important archaeology.

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FAQs: Messina to Brindisi

Travel to Brindisi easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Messina to Brindisi.

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There are 2 options to travel between Messina and Brindisi including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Messina to Brindisi is a coach with an average price of £55.

This is compared to other travel options from Messina to Brindisi:

A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Messina to Brindisi costing on average £56.

The fastest way to travel from Messina to Brindisi is by train with an average journey time of 10h 49m.

Other travel options to Brindisi take longer:

Coach takes on average 10h 51m.

The Messina to Brindisi distance is approximately 340 km.
The average frequency per day from Messina to Brindisi is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Messina and Brindisi as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Messina to Brindisi:
  • Trains mostly depart from Messina Centrale and arrive in Brindisi station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Messina, Piazza Della Repubblica (Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Brindisi, Via Giuseppe Maria Galanti (Istituto Professionale).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Messina to Brindisi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Brindisi by coach.
  • Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Brindisi by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Messina to Brindisi:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Messina to Brindisi often also extend their vacation to go to Lecce, Milan, Rome, Bari, Gallipoli. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brindisi and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Messina to Brindisi, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Brindisi, allowing time to visit its historic sites, stroll along the waterfront, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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