How far is Rome from Messina by coach?

The journey from Messina to Rome by coach covers an approximate distance of 303 miles (488 km).

Is there a way to reach Rome from Messina without flying?

To travel from Messina to Rome without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Messina to Rome from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:50	Messina Centrale	13h 50m	13:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:10	Messina Centrale	13h 25m	05:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:10	Messina Centrale	13h 25m	05:35	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:50	Messina Centrale	9h 20m	08:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Messina Centrale	9h 35m	07:05	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Rome on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:50	Messina Centrale	13h 50m	13:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	06:15	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	21:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	21:35	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	07:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:17 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Messina to Rome

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Rome. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

7h 50mAverage duration

303 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £128	Average duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£65 - £88	Average duration8h 14m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £60	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Messina and Rome?

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
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

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Ciampino Airport
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B
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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C
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

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Timeliness3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Messina to Rome

How far is Rome from Messina by coach?
The journey from Messina to Rome by coach covers an approximate distance of 303 miles (488 km).
Is there a way to reach Rome from Messina without flying?
To travel from Messina to Rome without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

£49

23/11

£50

Today

£35

25/11

£47

26/11

£49

27/11

£30

28/11

£29

29/11

£17

The cheapest trip from Messina to Rome was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £119 for a bus ticket from Messina to Rome based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-29.

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.