How far is Messina from Catania?

Messina and Catania are 87 km (54 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Messina to Catania?

Buses departing from Piazza della Repubblica in Messina will take you to Catania Airport in Catania.

Bus Messina to Catania from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	5:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	6:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	6:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	7:05am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	7:35am	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	6:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	7:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	8:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	7:05am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	6:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	7:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	7:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	7:05am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	5:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	6:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	6:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	7:05am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	5:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	6:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	6:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Messina Centrale	1h 35m	8:00am	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	5:15am	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	6:25am	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	6:35am	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	7:25am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	5:50am	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	7:05am	Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:16 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Messina to Catania

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

87 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $76	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $35	Average Duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $30	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Catania?

Stops in Messina

A
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
B
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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C
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
D
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy

Stops in Catania

A
Catania Airport
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B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
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D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Compare bus companies

SAIS Autolinee

4/5481 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the timely journeys and clean, comfortable buses. The drivers are noted for being helpful and friendly, contributing to an efficient service overall.

SAIS Autolinee Messina Catania recent customer reviews

Have made a few trips from Messina to Catania Airport. The service is punctual, comfortable and convenient.

Evelyn L.

July 28, 2025

Very smooth journey

Mahesh R.

August 24, 2025

The service was very efficient and driver was friendly ready to assist

David P.

July 8, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,388 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11388 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $17

Flixbus Messina Catania recent customer reviews

I emjoyed the profesionalism, the clean compartiment, the smooth ride and the free Wi-Fi that it was provided. What I did not enjoy very much was the 27 minute delay on departure.

Goidea N.

September 18, 2025

Itabus

4/5945 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Interbus Italy

4/5596 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Messina to Catania by bus

How far is Messina from Catania?
Messina and Catania are 87 km (54 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Messina to Catania?
Buses departing from Piazza della Repubblica in Messina will take you to Catania Airport in Catania.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-19

$15

11-20

$15

Today

$14

11-22

$15

11-23

$11

11-24

$11

11-25

$11

11-26

$11

The cheapest trip from Messina to Catania was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Messina to Catania, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $39 for a bus ticket from Messina to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.