How much is the train ticket from Messina to Catania?

The cheapest train tickets from Messina to Catania start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Messina to Catania?

The average train ride duration from Messina to Catania is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 54 miles (86 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators service the Messina to Catania route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Messina to Catania?

The earliest train departs from Messina to Catania at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:15pm.

Train Messina to Catania from $12

Next train departures

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	2h 1m	9:56am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 25m	10:40am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	1h 55m	9:50am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train	4:14pm	Messina Centrale	2h 4m	6:18pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	1h 55m	9:50am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train	4:14pm	Messina Centrale	2h 4m	6:18pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	2h 5m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 25m	10:40am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	2h 5m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 25m	10:40am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:26am	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	CheapestFastest
Train	7:55am	Messina Centrale	2h 5m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 25m	10:40am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train	4:36pm	Messina Centrale	1h 50m	6:26pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Messina to Catania

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

54 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $53	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $24	Average Duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $21	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Messina and Catania?

Messina

A
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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B
Giampilieri
Giampilieri, 98139 Messina ME, Italy

Catania

A
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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B
Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto
Catania Airport-Fontanarossa Station, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
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C
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
D
Acquicella
Via Adamo 18, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
E
Europa
95129 Catania CT, Italy
F
San Martino Piana
Contrada Iungetto, Catania, CT 95121, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.3

Based on 56 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at $17

Train and bus companies in IT:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Messina to Catania by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Messina to Catania?
The cheapest train tickets from Messina to Catania start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Messina to Catania?
The average train ride duration from Messina to Catania is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 54 miles (86 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators service the Messina to Catania route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Messina to Catania?
The earliest train departs from Messina to Catania at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/03

$13

12/04

$13

Today

$13

12/06

$13

12/07

$13

12/08

$13

12/09

$13

12/10

$13

The cheapest trip from Messina to Catania was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $20 for a train ticket from Messina to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-10.