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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Catania Fontanarossa Airport | Messina Centrale | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Catania Fontanarossa Airport | Messina Terminal Traghetti di Tremestieri | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Autostazione | Piazza della Repubblica | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Catania Fontanarossa Airport | Messina Centrale | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Autostazione | Messina Centrale | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Catania to Messina
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Messina. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Catania and Messina?
Stops in Catania
- B
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy - C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy - DVia VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
- E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy - F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy
Stops in Messina
- A
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - BPiazza Stazione, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Catania to Messina
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Catania to Messina?
The cheapest coach tickets from Catania to Messina start from £7. The average price for this route is around £9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Catania to Messina?
The average bus journey time from Catania to Messina is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee.
Which bus companies service the Catania to Messina route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 541 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Catania to Messina?
The earliest bus departs from Catania to Messina at 05:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Catania to Messina?
A bus journey from Catania to Messina produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Catania to Messina?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 484 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Catania to Messina?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Catania to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Catania to Messina?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SAIS Autolinee, 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.
The cheapest trip from Catania to Messina was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £6To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Catania to Messina as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £6 to £36 for a bus ticket from Catania to Messina based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2026-01-10.
Usually Itabus 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.
