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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Messina
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
11 h 19 m
Average duration
12 h 51 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
966 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Messina is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Messina will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 10 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Messina on Sun, Apr 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct trains cover the 966 km distance in an average of 12 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 19 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest trains will take 16 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
InterCityNotte 19638:10 PM16h35Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1591One-way0 transfers- InterCityNotte 19638:10 PM16h35Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1591One-way0 transfers
Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 195510:05 AM19h14Milan Centrale5:19 AMMessina Centrale$2261One-way2 transfers- Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 195510:05 AM19h14Milan Centrale5:19 AMMessina Centrale$2291One-way2 transfers
- Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 19591:48 PM18h17Milan Centrale8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2301One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+InterCityNotte 19556:00 PM11h19Milan Centrale5:19 AMMessina Centrale$2571One-way1 transfer- FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+InterCityNotte 19556:00 PM11h19Milan Centrale5:19 AMMessina Centrale$2571One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+InterCityNotte 19597:35 PM12h30Milan Centrale8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2661One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+InterCityNotte 19597:35 PM12h30Milan Centrale8:05 AMMessina Centrale$2661One-way1 transfer
- InterCityNotte 19638:10 PM16h35Milan Centrale12:45 PMMessina Centrale$1591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan Centrale to Messina
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Messina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 600 miles (966 km)
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12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 4m Average total duration 16h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Messina train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Messina trains for tomorrow, Saturday, April 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:05 AM Milan Centrale | 19h14 | 3:19 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511+InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:05 AM Milan Centrale | 19h14 | 3:19 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 11:48 AM Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959 | 11:48 AM Milan Centrale | 18h17 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 11h19 | 3:19 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653+InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 11h19 | 3:19 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 12h30 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9663+InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 12h30 | 6:05 AM Messina Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| InterCityNotte 1963 | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 16h35 | 10:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| InterCityNotte 1963 | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 16h35 | 10:45 AM Messina Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Messina
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Messina run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:10, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 600 miles (966 km) distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 600 miles (966 km) |
Average train duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 5m |
First train 12:10 PM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento from Milan Centrale to Messina trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Messina from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan Centrale to Messina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Messina by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Messina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Messina
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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