What's the distance between Messina and Catania by coach?

The journey from Messina to Catania by coach covers an approximate distance of 54 miles (87 km).

How can I get from Messina to Catania without driving?

You can reach Catania from Messina by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Messina to Catania from £6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:15	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	19:50	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	19:40	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	19:15	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	20:50	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:00	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	19:20	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:15	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	21:50	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	06:25	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	06:35	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	06:25	Messina Centrale	1h 35m	08:00	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	06:35	Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	06:25	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	07:35	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	05:50	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	07:25	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	07:35	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	05:50	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	07:25	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	06:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	07:35	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	05:50	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Catania on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:51	Messina Centrale	1h 59m	08:50	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri	1h 10m	06:25	Catania Viale Raffaello Sanzio Deutsche Bank	Fastest
Bus	05:00	Piazza della Repubblica	1h 35m	06:35	Autostazione	No tags
Bus	05:46	Messina Centrale	1h 39m	07:25	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	No tags
Bus	05:50	Messina Centrale	1h 15m	07:05	Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Messina to Catania

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, 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 - £42	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £19	Average duration1h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £17	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

SAIS Autolinee

4/5481 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.2

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the timely journeys and clean, comfortable buses. The drivers are noted for being helpful and friendly, contributing to an efficient service overall.

SAIS Autolinee Messina Catania recent customer reviews

Have made a few trips from Messina to Catania Airport. The service is punctual, comfortable and convenient.

Evelyn L.

28 July 2025

Very smooth journey

Mahesh R.

24 August 2025

The service was very efficient and driver was friendly ready to assist

David P.

8 July 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,378 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11378 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £9

Flixbus Messina Catania recent customer reviews

I emjoyed the profesionalism, the clean compartiment, the smooth ride and the free Wi-Fi that it was provided. What I did not enjoy very much was the 27 minute delay on departure.

Goidea N.

18 September 2025

Itabus

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Interbus Italy

4/5595 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.3

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Where are the popular stops in Messina and Catania?

Stops in Messina

A - Piazza della Repubblica

B - Messina Centrale

C - Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263

D - Porto

Stops in Catania

A - Catania Airport

B - Autostazione (Via d'Amico)

C - Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti

D - Catania Centrale

E - Via Libertà

F - Via Domenico Tempio

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Messina to Catania

What's the distance between Messina and Catania by coach?
The journey from Messina to Catania by coach covers an approximate distance of 54 miles (87 km).
How can I get from Messina to Catania without driving?
You can reach Catania from Messina by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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

17/11

£8

18/11

£8

Today

£8

20/11

£8

21/11

£8

22/11

£6

23/11

£6

24/11

£6

The cheapest trip from Messina to Catania was searched and found on 22 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 Messina to Catania as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £22 for a bus ticket from Messina to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Itabus, 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.