Bus from Palermo to Messina: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on September 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Messina CentraleCheapest
SAIS AutolineeBus
Palermo Oreto Orsi
Messina Viale Boccetta PalaculturaFastest
SAIS AutolineeBus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Piazza della RepubblicaNo tags
ItabusBus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Messina CentraleNo tags
Flixbus Bus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Messina CentraleNo tags
SAIS AutolineeBus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Piazza della RepubblicaNo tags
ItabusBus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Messina CentraleNo tags
Flixbus Bus
Terminal Bus Palermo
Messina CentraleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:27 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Palermo to Messina

We recommend taking the bus

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 CN¥75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
2h 45mAverage Duration
192 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceCN¥75 - CN¥360Average Duration2h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceCN¥134 - CN¥322Average Duration2h 55m
5kg CO₂e
Ferry
Average PriceCN¥654 - CN¥654Average Duration23h
44kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Messina?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Messina start from CN¥75. The average price for this route is around CN¥130. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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.

  3. Which bus companies service the Palermo to Messina route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.

  4. 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.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Messina?

    A bus trip from Palermo to Messina generates an estimated 4.788450000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 542 reviews.

  7. 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 3.0.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

Best price found
09-04
CN¥82
09-05
CN¥82
Today
CN¥82
09-07
CN¥82
09-08
CN¥115
09-09
CN¥114
09-10
CN¥115
09-11
CN¥115
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Messina was searched and found on Sep 5, 2026 with a price of CN¥82

To 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 CN¥82 to CN¥262 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 CN¥82 which is on 2026-09-07.

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?

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