How much is the bus ticket from Milano to Messina?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Messina start from $52. The average price for this route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Milano to Messina?

The average bus travel time from Milano to Messina is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 971 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Milano to Messina route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autoservizi Salemi .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milano to Messina?

The earliest bus departs from Milano to Messina at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milano to Messina?

A bus trip from Milano to Messina generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Milano to Messina?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 465 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milano to Messina?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milano to Messina?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milano to Messina?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Milano to Messina from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Aeroporto Linate Airport (LIN)	22h 50m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Lampugnano bus station	18h 50m	10:20am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	8:35pm	Lampugnano bus station	21h 20m	5:55pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Lampugnano bus station	21h 5m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Lampugnano bus station	18h 50m	10:20am	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	4:40am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Milan (San Donato M3)	17h 50m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	4:40am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45pm	Lampugnano bus station	21h 5m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	4:40am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Lampugnano bus station	18h 50m	10:20am	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Aeroporto Linate Airport (LIN)	22h 50m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	4:40am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Milano to Messina on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Milan (San Donato M3)	17h 50m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	1:05pm	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	6:20am	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	12:35am	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	7:50pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	10:40am	Lampugnano	19h 5m	5:45am	Messina Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:18 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Milano to Messina

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 13 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

13h 40mAverage Duration

965 kmDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $419	Average Duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$84 - $179	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milano and Messina?

Stops in Milano

A
Piazza I Maggio, 1
Piazza I Maggio, 1, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni MI, Italy
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B
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 Milano, Italy
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C
Linate Airport
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D
Milan San Donato Bus Station
Via Giuseppe Impastato, 27, 20138 Milano, Italy
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E
Malpensa Airport
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F
Molino Dorino
Molino Dorino, 20151 Milano, Italy
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Stops in Messina

A
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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B
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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C
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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D
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,056 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Itabus

4/5975 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5470 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi4

IT bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milano to Messina by bus

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 bus ticket from Milano to Messina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Messina start from $52. The average price for this route is around $113. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Milano to Messina?
The average bus travel time from Milano to Messina is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 971 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Milano to Messina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Milano to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Milano to Messina at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milano to Messina?
A bus trip from Milano to Messina generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Milano to Messina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 465 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milano to Messina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Milano to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milano to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-14

$49

01-15

$57

Today

$73

01-17

$55

01-18

$53

01-19

$46

01-20

$51

01-21

$51

The cheapest trip from Milano to Messina was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $46

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

You can expect to pay from $46 to $191 for a bus ticket from Milano to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-19.

Usually Autoservizi Salemi 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.