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What is the best way to travel from Messina to Catania?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Catania from Messina. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 15m
£5
£7
2310
Car
1h 25m
£179
£191
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What is the cheapest way to reach Catania from Messina?

You can get to Catania with just £5 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £5
tomorrow
from £7
Saturday
from £7
Sunday
from £7
Monday
from £7
Tuesday
from £7
Wednesday
from £7

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    13:40
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    15:20
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    16:40
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 25m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:25
    Catania
    Viale Raffaello Sanzio Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:25
    Catania
    Viale Raffaello Sanzio Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    07:00
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    08:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    09:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    11:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    12:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    15:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Taormina Transfer
    1h 30m
    0
    08:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    10:00
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Taormina Transfer
    Premium Economy
    from £208
  • Taormina Transfer
    1h 30m
    0
    11:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    13:00
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Taormina Transfer
    Premium Economy
    from £208

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 40m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:40
    Catania
    Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 40m
    0
    07:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:40
    Catania
    Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 35m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:35
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 35m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:35
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:17
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:17
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    18:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    19:20
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9

What are the fastest trips from Messina to Catania?

You can get to Catania from Messina in just 1h 15m with a Bus from FlixBus. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 20m
tomorrow
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 15m
Sunday
from 1h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 20m

    Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    15:20
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    16:40
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 25m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:25
    Catania
    Viale Raffaello Sanzio Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 25m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:25
    Catania
    Viale Raffaello Sanzio Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • FlixBus
    1h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    13:40
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    07:00
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    08:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    09:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    11:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    12:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Walk Around Sicily
    1h 25m
    0
    14:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    15:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Walk Around Sicily
    Premium Economy
    from £179
  • Taormina Transfer
    1h 30m
    0
    08:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    10:00
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Taormina Transfer
    Premium Economy
    from £208
  • Taormina Transfer
    1h 30m
    0
    11:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    13:00
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Taormina Transfer
    Premium Economy
    from £208

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 40m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:40
    Catania
    Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 40m
    0
    07:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:40
    Catania
    Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £8
  • Itabus
    1h 24m
    0
    05:46
    Messina
    Central Station
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 35m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:35
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 35m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:35
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Itabus
    1h 39m
    0
    06:51
    Messina
    Central Station
    08:30
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Itabus
    Premium Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 15m
    0
    05:55
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:10
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:17
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    06:35
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:55
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    18:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    19:20
    Catania
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £9
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    05:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    06:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:00
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    07:47
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
  • Sais Autolinee
    1h 47m
    0
    06:30
    Messina
    Piazza della Repubblica
    08:17
    Catania
    San Giovanni La Rena Est Bus Stop
    0
    Sais Autolinee
    Economy
    £7
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Messina to Catania

What are the most popular stations in Messina and Catania?

In Messina, you will usually depart from Central Station, Piazza della Repubblica or Via Socrate Bus Stop, while in Catania you will be arriving at Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Catania from Messina? With 5 connections between 5 Bus and Car operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Messina and Catania, you can pay as low as £5 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Catania in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Messina and Catania are Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Messina and Catania is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Larderia or to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, and look at flights from Reggio Calabria Airport, and landing at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Messina to Catania?

The most popular companies between Messina and Catania, are Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus

All you need to know when you travel from Messina to Catania

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Messina to Catania. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Messina to Catania

How can I reach Catania from Messina?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Car, with which you can get to Catania from Messina.

How far is Catania from Messina?

The distance between Messina and Catania is 86.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Messina and Catania?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 15 kgs, and a flight 21 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Messina to Catania?

You can get to Catania with just £5 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Messina to Catania?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Catania in just 1h 15m with a Bus from FlixBus.

More routes to Messina and to Catania

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Messina and to Catania. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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