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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Piazza della Repubblica | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Palermo Oreto Orsi | Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Piazza della Repubblica | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Messina Centrale | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Piazza della Repubblica | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:49 PM CEST.
Compare 3 ways to go from Palermo to Messina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just MX$234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?
Stops in Palermo
- A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy - B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo - C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy - D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy - E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy - F
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12C, 90139 Palermo, Italy
Stops in Messina
- A
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - B
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Messina by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Messina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Messina start from MX$234. The average price for this route is around MX$328. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Palermo to Messina?
The average bus travel time from Palermo to Messina is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Messina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palermo to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Messina at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Messina?
A bus trip from Palermo to Messina generates an estimated 4.788075 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 498 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Messina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Palermo to Messina was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of MX$294To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palermo to Messina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MX$294 to MX$597 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$294 which is on 2026-06-15.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Messina?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
