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TomorrowMar 29
from US$16
SatMar 30
from US$16
SunMar 31
from US$16
MonApr 1
from US$16
TueApr 2
WedApr 3
from US$16
ThuApr 4
from US$16
FriApr 5

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

4:40AM
2h50m
7:30AM
Messina - Piazza della Repubblica
Cheapest
Palermo - Terminal Bus Palermo
Cheapest
9:00AM
2h50m
11:50AM
Messina - Piazza della Repubblica
2nd Cheapest
Palermo - Terminal Bus Palermo
2nd Cheapest
12:05PM
2h35m
2:40PM
Messina - Messina Viale Boccetta
Fastest
Palermo - Palermo Via Oreto
Fastest
12:00PM
2h45m
2:45PM
Messina - Piazza della Repubblica
Palermo - Terminal Bus Palermo
2:15PM
2h45m
5:00PM
Messina - Piazza della Repubblica
Palermo - Terminal Bus Palermo
Bus Messina to Palermo: Trip Overview

Bus Messina to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$18
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 45m
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure4:40 AM
Distance191 km
Latest bus departure6:36 PM

Messina to Palermo Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses20
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures4:40AM - 6:36PM
Minimum PriceUS$16
Average Ticket PriceUS$18
Minimum Trip Duration2h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration2h45m
Distance191 km
Bus companies on this routeSAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Messina - Palermo

The average bus ticket price from Messina to Palermo is US$18. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Messina to Palermo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Messina and Palermo is around 2h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 35m.This is the time it takes to travel the 192 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Messina to Palermo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Messina to Palermo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Messina to Palermo, you can travel comfortably and safely with SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.

Buses travelling between Messina and Palermo leave from Messina Centrale or Piazza della Repubblica and arrive at Terminal Bus Palermo, Palermo Airport, Palazzo Reale-Orleans.

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

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US$16
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US$16
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US$16
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The cheapest trip from Messina to Palermo was searched and found on Mar 30, 2024 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$44 for a bus ticket from Messina to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2024-03-30.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Messina and Palermo!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Messina to Palermo.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Messina to Palermo.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Messina to Palermo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Messina to Palermo?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time2h 45mAvg PriceUS$18Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time2h 57mAvg PriceUS$23Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeCarpoolTravel time3hAvg PriceUS$20Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Messina and Palermo is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Palermo, choose the bus, as it will take you from Messina to Palermo in about 2h 45m —that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Messina by bus?

Bus from Palermo to Messina

You can also go to Palermo by train

Train from Messina to Palermo

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