Bus Tickets from Bologna to Messina

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Next departures for Bologna to Messina on October 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Messina CentraleCheapest
Autoservizi Salemi
Bologna Autostazione
Piazza della RepubblicaFastest
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Messina CentraleNo tags
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Messina CentraleNo tags
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Messina CentraleNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bologna to Messina

Bus
Average PriceUS$27 - US$164Average Duration16h 40m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$63 - US$73Average Duration11h 40m
33kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bologna to Messina

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
11h 40mAverage Duration
US$63Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bologna to Messina: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$95
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 40m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance785 km
Latest bus departure11:54pm

Bologna to Messina Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bologna - Messina

  1. What is the travel distance from Bologna to Messina?

    Bologna and Messina are 785 km (487 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bologna to Messina?

    Buses departing from Bologna in Bologna will take you to Messina Centrale in Messina.

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

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US$43
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US$24
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bologna to Messina was searched and found on Oct 21, 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$107 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42 which is on 2025-10-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bologna to Messina.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Bologna to Messina.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bologna to Messina that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bologna to Messina.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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