How much is the bus ticket from Milano to Messina?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Messina start at R 558. The average price for this route is around R 1 736. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Milano to Messina?

The average bus journey time from Milano to Messina is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 974 km. The fastest bus gets 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 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autoservizi Salemi .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milano to Messina?

The earliest bus departs from Milano to Messina at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus trip from Milano to Messina produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 452 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Milano to Messina on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	05:45	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	12:55	Lampugnano bus station	17h 25m	06:20	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	04:40	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:15	Lampugnano	18h 30m	05:45	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	15:30	Lampugnano bus station	18h 50m	10:20	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Milano to Messina on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:45	Milan (San Donato M3)	19h 35m	10:20	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	12:55	Lampugnano bus station	17h 25m	06:20	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	04:40	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	06:00	Lampugnano	1d	06:50	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	00:35	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	19:50	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Milano to Messina on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Lampugnano bus station	18h 50m	10:20	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	13:05	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	06:20	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	04:40	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	11:15	Lampugnano	18h 30m	05:45	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	00:35	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	19:50	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Milano to Messina on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Lampugnano bus station	21h 50m	19:50	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	13:05	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	06:20	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	04:40	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40	Lampugnano	19h 5m	05:45	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	00:35	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	19:50	Messina Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Milano to Messina on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	Via Roma	23h 20m	10:20	Messina Centrale	Cheapest
Bus	13:05	Lampugnano bus station	17h 15m	06:20	Messina Centrale	Fastest
Bus	10:45	Milan San Donato Bus Station	17h 55m	04:40	Piazza della Repubblica	No tags
Bus	10:40	Lampugnano	19h 5m	05:45	Messina Centrale	No tags
Bus	00:35	Lampugnano bus station	19h 15m	19:50	Messina Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:01 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 986, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

13h 30mAverage duration

965 kmDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 558 - R 4 962	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 986 - R 2 120	Average duration13h 30m	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
Linate Airport
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C
Milan San Donato Bus Station
Via Giuseppe Impastato, 27, 20138 Milano, Italy
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D
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 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
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

FlixBus

3.5/511 984 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5973 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5465 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 558. The average price for this route is around R 1 736. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Milano to Messina?
The average bus journey time from Milano to Messina is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 974 km. The fastest bus gets 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 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milano to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Milano to Messina at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milano to Messina?
A bus trip from Milano to Messina produces an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

08/01

R 711

09/01

R 792

Today

R 767

11/01

R 588

12/01

R 579

13/01

R 547

14/01

R 576

15/01

R 668

The cheapest trip from Milano to Messina was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 547

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 R 547 to R 1 999 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 R 547, which is on 2026-01-13.

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.