How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Messina?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Messina start from $12. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Palermo to Messina?

The average bus travel time from Palermo to Messina is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee .

Which bus companies service the Palermo to Messina route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee , FlixBus , Itabus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Messina at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Palermo to Messina generates an estimated 5 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 Palermo to Messina?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 484 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

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

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

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

Bus Palermo to Messina from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	9:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	11:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	2:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 50m	5:05pm	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	4:05pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	8:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	5:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	7:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	7:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	4:05pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	9:15am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	4:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	5:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	7:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	7:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	9:15am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	5:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	7:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	7:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	7h 20m	10:45pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	9:15am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	5:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	7:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	7:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	6h	9:25pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	9:15am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	4:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	5:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	7:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	7:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	6:30am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	9:15am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Next departures for Palermo to Messina on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:25pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 40m	8:05pm	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	9:05am	Palermo Oreto Orsi	2h 35m	11:40am	Messina Viale Boccetta Palacultura	Fastest
Bus	9:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 45m	11:45am	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	4h 55m	4:05pm	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	2h 50m	5:05pm	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:33 PM CET.

Compare 4 ways to go from Palermo to Messina

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

2h 45mAverage Duration

192 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $55	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $68	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average Price$159 - $557	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $41	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Messina?

Stops in Palermo

A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
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C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy
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E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21
Via Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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Stops in Messina

A
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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B
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 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

SAIS Autolinee

4/5484 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/511,996 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Itabus

4/5973 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo 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 Palermo to Messina?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Messina start from $12. The average price for this route is around $27. 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 Palermo to Messina?
The average bus travel time from Palermo to Messina is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 192 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Messina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palermo to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Messina at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Messina?
A bus trip from Palermo to Messina generates an estimated 5 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 Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 484 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Messina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SAIS Autolinee, 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

01-09

$24

01-10

$24

Today

$24

01-12

$21

01-13

$20

01-14

$18

01-15

$18

01-16

$19

The cheapest trip from Palermo to Messina was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $58 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-01-14.

Usually SAIS Autolinee 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Messina?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 45m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 55m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time2h 40m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures1