How much is the bus ticket from Messina to Rome?

The cheapest bus tickets from Messina to Rome start from $25. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Messina to Rome?

The average bus travel time from Messina to Rome is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 488 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi .

Which bus companies service the Messina to Rome route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autoservizi Salemi .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Messina to Rome?

The earliest bus departs from Messina to Rome at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Messina to Rome generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Messina to Rome?

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 478 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Messina to Rome?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Messina to Rome?

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 Messina to Rome?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Bus Messina to Rome from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Messina to Rome on February 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15pm	Messina Centrale	18h 25m	2:40pm	Rome Fiumicino Airport	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	8:15pm	Messina Centrale	17h 5m	1:20pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:15pm	Messina Centrale	21h 50m	6:05pm	Rome Anagnina	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on February 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Messina Centrale	9h 20m	8:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on February 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Messina Centrale	9h 35m	7:05am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on February 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	15h 25m	3:15pm	Aeroporto Fiumicino Airport (FCO)	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on February 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on March 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50pm	Messina Centrale	15h 25m	3:15pm	Aeroporto Fiumicino Airport (FCO)	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on March 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Messina to Rome on March 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:15pm	Piazza della Repubblica	9h	6:15am	Tiburtina	Fastest
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Messina Centrale	10h 35m	9:30pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:35pm	Messina Centrale	10h 10m	7:45am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:38 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go 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 $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

7h 50mAverage Duration

488 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $155	Average Duration12h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $348	Average Duration8h 19m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$60 - $131	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
Visit page
B
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Visit page
C
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
Visit page
D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,252 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Itabus

4/5982 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5479 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi4

IT bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Messina to Rome by bus

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 bus ticket from Messina to Rome?
The cheapest bus tickets from Messina to Rome start from $25. The average price for this route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Messina to Rome?
The average bus travel time from Messina to Rome is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 488 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Messina to Rome route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Messina to Rome?
The earliest bus departs from Messina to Rome at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Messina to Rome?
A bus trip from Messina to Rome generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Messina to Rome?
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 478 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Messina to Rome?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Messina to Rome?
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 Messina to Rome?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 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

02-22

$77

02-23

$57

Today

$90

02-25

$79

02-26

$56

02-27

$60

02-28

$34

03-01

$51

The cheapest trip from Messina to Rome was searched and found on Feb 28, 2026 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $227 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 $34 which is on 2026-02-28.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Messina to Rome?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time12h 50m	Avg Price$55	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time8h 19m	Avg Price$121	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time7h 50m	Avg Price$86	Daily Departures2