THE SHORT VERSION
Sicily to Messina at a glance.
- From
- Sicily Isola di Sicilia
- To
- Messina
- Straight line
- 148 km
- Return route
- Messina to Sicily →
Ready to travel from Sicily to Messina?
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sicily
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Messina
Ask the seller where the service ends in Messina. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Messina, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Messina
More buses from Sicily
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Sicily to Messina take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Sicily?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Messina to Sicily?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Messina to Sicily guide.
Where does the bus from Sicily arrive in Messina?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Sicily to Messina?+
Tickets to Messina usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Sicily to Messina bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Messina by bus?+
Direct buses from Messina include Naples, Rome, Milan, Villa San Giovanni, Reggio Calabria and more. See all connections on our Messina bus page.
Does the trip to Messina include a ferry?+
Yes, Messina is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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