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12/15/2025
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Catania to Messina by bus

The journey from Catania to Messina by bus is 54.07 mi and takes 1 hr 34 min. There are 978 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:45 AM and the last at 11:10 PM. It is possible to travel from Catania to Messina by bus for as little as $6.95 or as much as $58.14. The best price for this journey is $6.95.

Lowest Price $6.95
Journey Duration 1 hr 34 min
Connection per Day 978
Lowest Price $6.95
Highest Price $58.14
First Departure 3:45 AM
Last Departure 11:10 PM
Distance 54.07 mi
Departure Catania
Arrival Messina
Carriers Regionale Veloce, FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $5.88 to $9.23 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 36% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Catania to Messina

The cheapest Catania - Messina bus tickets can be found for as low as $9.26 if you’re lucky, or $9.73 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $10.44.

Find the best day to travel to Messina by bus

When travelling to Messina by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, SAIS Autolinee and Trenitalia from Catania to Messina
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Catania to Messina CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
6.09kg
Bus
6.53kg
Flight
17.4kg
Car
13.92kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Catania to Messina?
A bus ticket from Catania to Messina is $10.80. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $6.95.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Catania to Messina?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Catania to Messina is $6.95. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Catania and Messina by bus?
Catania to Messina is 54.07 mi.
How long does the bus between Catania and Messina take?
Catania to Messina is on average 1 hr 34 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 10 min.
Which companies operate from Catania to Messina?
The bus journey from Catania to Messina is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Regionale Veloce, FlixBus, SAIS Autolinee, Trenitalia and Itabus.
How many bus connections per day go from Catania to Messina?
Catania to Messina has 978 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Catania to Messina leave?
The earliest bus from Catania to Messina departs at 3:45 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Catania to Messina depart?
The latest bus from Catania to Messina departs at 11:10 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Catania to Messina in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $6.95 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Catania to Messina?
There are on average 977 direct connection(s) from Catania to go to Messina.
What's the fastest journey time between Catania to Messina by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Catania and Messina is 1 hr 10 min.
Is there a direct bus from Catania to Messina?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Catania and Messina.
What are the CO2 emissions for Catania to Messina by bus?
The bus journey from Catania to Messina creates 6.53kg of CO2 emissions.

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