How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Messina?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Messina start at R 144. The average price for this route is around R 318. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Palermo to Messina?

The average bus journey time from Palermo to Messina is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 192 km. The fastest bus gets 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 26 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee , FlixBus , Itabus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palermo to Messina?

The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Messina at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus trip from Palermo to Messina produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 482 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Messina?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.4 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.

Bus Palermo to Messina from R 125 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	09:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	09:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	20:05	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	09:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	15:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	20:05	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	09:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	11:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	11:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	20:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	3h 19m	23:19	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Palermo to Messina on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	07:45	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	05:05	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	07:40	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	09:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	16:05	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	09:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:41 PM CET.

Compare 4 ways to travel from Palermo to Messina

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

193 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 144 - R 607	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 287 - R 800	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 2 593 - R 6 655	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 204 - R 461	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?

Stops in Palermo

A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
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C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy
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E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy

Stops in Messina

A
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
B
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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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

Compare bus companies

SAIS Autolinee

4/5483 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/511 624 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5955 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Messina by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 144. The average price for this route is around R 318. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Palermo to Messina?
The average bus journey time from Palermo to Messina is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 192 km. The fastest bus gets 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 26 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palermo to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Messina at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Messina?
A bus trip from Palermo to Messina produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 482 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Messina?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 4.4 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.

Best price found

14/12

R 290

15/12

R 291

Today

R 291

17/12

R 291

18/12

R 280

19/12

R 280

20/12

R 125

21/12

R 125

The cheapest trip from Palermo to Messina was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 125

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 R 125 to R 601 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 R 125, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.