Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Messina Centrale | Cheapest | |||||
 | Termini | Messina Centrale | Fastest | |||||
 | Tiburtina | Piazza della Repubblica | No tags | |||||
| Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Messina Centrale | No tags | |||||
| Termini | Messina Centrale | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:28 PM CEST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Messina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 8 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Messina?
Stops in Rome
- APiazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy - DRoma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
- ERoma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
Stops in Messina
- APiazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
- B
Giampilieri
Giampilieri, 98139 Messina ME, Italy - C
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - D
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - E
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy
Compare companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Messina by bus or train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is a ticket from Rome to Messina?
The cheapest tickets from Rome to Messina start at $28. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Rome to Messina?
The average trip duration from Rome to Messina is 9h 54m, covering a distance of 488 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 8h 7m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Rome to Messina route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 6 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Messina?
The earliest trip from Rome to Messina departs at 1:20am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Messina?
A trip from Rome to Messina generates an estimated 12.18045 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Rome to Messina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 503 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Messina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which company has the most on-time service from Rome to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Messina was searched and found on Jun 7, 2026 with a price of $34To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Rome to Messina, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between $34 and $163 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Messina based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $34 on 2026-06-07.
Usually Trenitalia 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.
