How far is Taormina from Messina by coach?

The distance between Messina and Taormina by coach is approximately 28 miles (45 km).

Is there a way to reach Taormina from Messina without a car?

The best way to go from Messina to Taormina without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Messina to Taormina from £4 | Compare & Save up to 10%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Messina to Taormina on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:50	Messina Centrale	45m	07:35	Taormina Via Nazionale	Cheapest
Bus	07:10	Messina SS114	20m	07:30	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Messina Centrale	40m	12:40	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	14:00	Messina Centrale	45m	14:45	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	17:30	Messina Centrale	45m	18:15	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	07:05	Messina Contesse SS114	25m	07:30	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	No tags
Bus	13:15	Messina Contesse SS114	1h 30m	14:45	Terminal Interbus	No tags
Bus	14:30	Messina Contesse SS114	1h 30m	16:00	Terminal Interbus	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Taormina on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:50	Messina Centrale	45m	07:35	Taormina Via Nazionale	Cheapest
Bus	07:10	Messina SS114	20m	07:30	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Messina Centrale	40m	12:40	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	14:00	Messina Centrale	45m	14:45	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	17:30	Messina Centrale	45m	18:15	Taormina Via Nazionale	No tags
Bus	07:05	Messina Contesse SS114	25m	07:30	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	No tags
Bus	13:15	Messina Contesse SS114	1h 17m	14:32	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	No tags
Bus	14:30	Messina Contesse SS114	1h 17m	15:47	Lido Stockholm - Taormina	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Messina to Taormina

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Taormina. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

72bus per day

50mAverage duration

25 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £9	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Interbus Italy

4/5593 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.3

Based on 593 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Interbus Italy ticket prices on this trip start at £5

Interbus Messina Taormina recent customer reviews

The staff was friendly

Umit A.

27 June 2023

very good overall

Raissa B.

31 August 2022

Easy to book

Steve J.

2 August 2022

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Taormina?

Stops in Messina

A - Messina Centrale

B - Piazza della Repubblica

C - Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263

D - Porto

Stops in Taormina

A - Lido Stockholm - Taormina

B - Terminal Interbus

C - Naxos - Recanati Terminal

D - Taormina Bus Stop

E - Hotel Lido Mediterranee - Taormina

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Messina to Taormina

How far is Taormina from Messina by coach?
The distance between Messina and Taormina by coach is approximately 28 miles (45 km).
Is there a way to reach Taormina from Messina without a car?
The best way to go from Messina to Taormina without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£4

12/11

£4

Today

£4

14/11

£4

15/11

£4

16/11

£4

17/11

£4

18/11

£4

The cheapest trip from Messina to Taormina was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £4 for a bus ticket from Messina to Taormina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-16.