How far is Messina from Catania by coach?

The distance between Catania and Messina by coach is approximately 54 miles (87 km).

What is the best way to go from Catania to Messina without a car?

You can travel to Messina from Catania by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Catania to Messina from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:50	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 59m	23:49	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	17:30	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	18:40	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Autostazione	1h 35m	18:35	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	18:35	Autostazione	1h 30m	20:05	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:40	Autostazione	1h 35m	07:15	Piazza della Repubblica	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Autostazione	1h 35m	07:35	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Autostazione	1h 35m	07:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Autostazione	1h 35m	07:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	05:40	Autostazione	1h 35m	07:15	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Autostazione	1h 35m	08:50	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Messina on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	09:00	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 10m	10:10	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	Fastest
Bus	07:15	Autostazione	1h 35m	08:50	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	1h 39m	21:34	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	08:40	Autostazione	1h 20m	10:00	Messina Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:25 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Catania 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 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

54 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £40	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £19	Average duration1h 36m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £17	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Catania and Messina?

Stops in Catania

A
Catania Airport
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B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
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D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Stops in Messina

A
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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
D
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy

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SAIS Autolinee

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Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.2

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Interbus Italy

4/5597 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Catania to Messina

How far is Messina from Catania by coach?
The distance between Catania and Messina by coach is approximately 54 miles (87 km).
What is the best way to go from Catania to Messina without a car?
You can travel to Messina from Catania by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£8

23/11

£8

Today

£6

25/11

£8

26/11

£6

27/11

£6

28/11

£6

29/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Catania to Messina was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £24 for a bus ticket from Catania to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually FlixBus 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.