How can I travel from Messina to Rome without flying?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Rome. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Rome from Messina by bus?

The average travel time from Messina to Rome is about 12h 50m, although the fastest bus will take 8h 55m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 303 miles (488 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Messina to Rome?

The distance between the two cities is 303 miles (488 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Messina to Rome?

The majority of buses traveling from Messina to Rome start their journey at Messina Centrale and wind up at Rome Tiburtina Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most affordable way to get from Messina to Rome?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Messina to Rome by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $20.

How much are the bus tickets from Messina to Rome?

The average bus ticket price from Messina to Rome is $52. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $20 to $166, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?

Once in Rome, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are San Clemente Basilica, Museo di Roma, Cooking Classes and Food Tours in Rome, Parco degli Acquedotti and Santa Costanza.

Messina to Rome Bus Tickets

TomorrowMay 20

WedMay 21

from $29

ThuMay 22

from $34

FriMay 23

from $27

SatMay 24

from $29

SunMay 25

from $35

MonMay 26

from $26

TueMay 27

Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 21 at 10:55am
Departure city: Messina
Departure location: Messina Centrale
Arrival time: May 21 at 9:30pm
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 35m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 21 at 9:05pm
Departure city: Messina
Departure location: Piazza della Repubblica
Arrival time: May 22 at 6:00am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Tiburtina
Operated by: Autoservizi Salemi
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 55m
Departure time: May 21 at 9:05pm
Departure city: Messina
Departure location: Piazza della Repubblica
Arrival time: May 22 at 6:00am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Tiburtina
Operated by: Autoservizi Salemi
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 55m
Departure time: May 21 at 4:10pm
Departure city: Messina
Departure location: Messina Centrale
Arrival time: May 22 at 5:35am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
Departure time: May 21 at 9:30pm
Departure city: Messina
Departure location: Messina Centrale
Arrival time: May 22 at 7:05am
Destination city: Rome
Destination location: Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 35m

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $166	Average Duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$81 - $240	Average Duration8h 14m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $77	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Messina to Rome

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

7h 50mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest ticket

20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Messina to Rome: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$52

Average bus trip duration12h 50m

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure10:05am

Distance303 miles (488 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,679 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Itabus

4/5887 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5376 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.8

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Infobus

Messina to Rome Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Rome from Messina, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Rome?

Stops in Messina

A - Messina Centrale

B - Piazza della Repubblica

C - Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263

D - Porto

Stops in Rome

A - Rome Tiburtina Bus Station

B - Rome Fiumicino Airport

C - Rome Ciampino Airport

D - Castro Pretorio

E - Roma

F - Anagnina

Frequently asked questions for your trip Messina - Rome

How can I travel from Messina to Rome without flying?
How long does it take to get to Rome from Messina by bus?
What is the travel distance from Messina to Rome?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Messina to Rome?
What is the most affordable way to get from Messina to Rome?
How much are the bus tickets from Messina to Rome?
What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?

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

Best price found

05/17

$58

05/18

$58

Today

$53

05/20

$61

05/21

$29

05/22

$35

05/23

$27

05/24

$29

The cheapest trip from Messina to Rome was searched and found on May 23, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $111 for a bus ticket from Messina to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-05-23.

Usually Flixbus (IT) 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Messina and Rome!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Messina to Rome.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Messina to Rome.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Messina to Rome, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Messina to Rome?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 50m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time8h 14m	Avg Price$110	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time7h 50m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures4

Will you be returning to Messina by bus?

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Bus Messina to Rome: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Messina and Rome?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Messina - Rome

How can I travel from Messina to Rome without flying?

How long does it take to get to Rome from Messina by bus?

What is the travel distance from Messina to Rome?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Messina to Rome?

What is the most affordable way to get from Messina to Rome?

How much are the bus tickets from Messina to Rome?

What are the best sights and things to do in Rome?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Messina to Rome?

Will you be returning to Messina by bus?

You can also go to Rome by train

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Why choose Busbud?

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