Next train departures

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Messina Centrale	1h 26m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:53am	Messina Centrale	2h 3m	9:56am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:52am	Messina Centrale	2h	9:52am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:50pm	Messina Centrale	1h 19m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:20pm	Messina Centrale	2h 26m	5:46pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:14pm	Messina Centrale	2h 4m	6:18pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Messina Centrale	1h 26m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:50pm	Messina Centrale	1h 19m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:52am	Messina Centrale	2h 8m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Messina Centrale	1h 26m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:50pm	Messina Centrale	1h 19m	5:09pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:52am	Messina Centrale	2h 8m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on September 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Messina Centrale	1h 26m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:52am	Messina Centrale	2h 8m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Catania on October 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:20am	Messina Centrale	1h 26m	8:46am	Catania Centrale	Cheapest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:15pm	Messina Centrale	1h 20m	6:35pm	Catania Centrale	Fastest
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:52am	Messina Centrale	2h 8m	10:00am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:15am	Messina Centrale	1h 22m	10:37am	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:18pm	Messina Centrale	1h 58m	6:16pm	Catania Centrale	No tags
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Messina Centrale	1h 49m	7:34pm	Catania Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:39 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Messina to Catania

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 1 hour 32 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

546bus per day

1h 32mAverage Duration

85 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 142 - ZAR 899	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 277 - ZAR 403	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Messina and Catania?

Messina

A
Messina Centrale
Piazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
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B
Giampilieri
Giampilieri, 98139 Messina ME, Italy

Catania

A
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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B
Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto
Catania Airport-Fontanarossa Station, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
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C
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
D
Acquicella
Via Adamo 18, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
E
Europa
95129 Catania CT, Italy
F
San Martino Piana
Contrada Iungetto, Catania, CT 95121, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Train companies

Trenitalia

3.9/571 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi2.9

Based on 71 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 277

IT train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Italo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Messina to Catania by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Messina to Catania?
The cheapest train tickets from Messina to Catania start at ZAR 277. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 280. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Messina to Catania?
The average train trip from Messina to Catania takes 1h 45m and covers 86 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Messina to Catania route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Messina to Catania?
The earliest train from Messina to Catania departs at 7:20am. The latest train departs at 10:17pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09-23

ZAR 201

09-24

ZAR 201

Today

ZAR 200

09-26

ZAR 200

09-27

ZAR 200

09-28

ZAR 200

09-29

ZAR 200

09-30

ZAR 200

The cheapest trip from Messina to Catania was searched and found on Sep 28, 2026 with a price of ZAR 200

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 200 to ZAR 237 for a train ticket from Messina to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 200 which is on 2026-09-28.