How to get from Catania to Messina by bus and train?

From Catania to Messina by bus and train

To get from Catania to Messina you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 456 bus from Martyrs of Liberty Republic station to Central Station Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R/RV train and finally take the 1 bus from Central Station station to Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Catania may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Messina on the Moovit app.

152min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 456456
Train - R/RV
Bus - 11
Walk to Messina
Leaves from Martyrs of Liberty Republic

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Martyrs of Liberty Republic
    ID 51
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 456456
    Wait for bus
    456
    Central Station Terminal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Central Station Terminal
    ID 7
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Central
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - R/RV
    Wait for train
    R/RV
    Messina Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Messina Central
    106 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station
    ID 1125
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Torre Faro
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square
    ID 512
    8 min
  • 10
    Walk to Messina
    Walk to
    Messina
    Cavour Avenue
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Catania to Messina by bus and train via R/RV and 1

To get from Catania to Messina in Messina, take the R/RV train from Catania Central station to Messina Central station. Next, take the 1 bus from Central Station station to Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Catania may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Messina on the Moovit app.

132min
Walk to train station
Train - R/RV
Bus - 11
Walk to Messina
Leaves from Catania Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Central
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - R/RV
    Wait for train
    R/RV
    Messina Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Messina Central
    106 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station
    ID 1125
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Torre Faro
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square
    ID 512
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Messina
    Walk to
    Messina
    Cavour Avenue
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Catania to Messina

The distance between Catania and Messina is approximately 95.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 152 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Catania to Messina by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Messina – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Catania to Messina

To check the bus and train schedule from Catania to Messina using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Catania) and destination (Messina), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Catania to Messina by bus and train via R/RV and 1

To get from Catania to Messina in Messina, take the R/RV train from Catania Central station to Messina Central station. Next, take the 1 bus from Central Station station to Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Catania may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Messina on the Moovit app.

132min
Walk to train station
Train - R/RV
Bus - 11
Walk to Messina
Leaves from Catania Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Catania Central
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - R/RV
    Wait for train
    R/RV
    Messina Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Messina Central
    106 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Central Station
    ID 1125
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Torre Faro
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cavour Avenue - Antonello Square
    ID 512
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Messina
    Walk to
    Messina
    Cavour Avenue
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Catania to Messina?

    The fastest way takes 152 minutes, using Bus line Central Station - San Pietro Clarenza, Train line R/RV, Bus line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Catania to Messina?

    The alternative route takes 132 minutes, using Train line R/RV, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Catania and Messina in Messina?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Catania to Messina in Messina?

    The 456 bus line goes from Martyrs of Liberty Republic station near Catania in Messina to Central Station Terminal station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Central Station Terminal station near Messina.

  • How long does it take to travel from Catania to Messina in Messina by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Catania and Messina by bus and train is about 2 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Catania to get to Messina in Messina?

    Get on the 456 bus from the Martyrs of Liberty Republic stop near Catania in Messina.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Catania and Messina in Messina?

    Get off the bus at the Central Station Terminal stop, which is closest to Messina.

  • When is the first train from Catania to Messina in Messina?

    The first train from Catania to Messina in Messina is Messina - Catania. It leaves the Catania Central station at 7:31 AM.

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