Milan to Messina Bus

Q: What is the distance between Milan and Messina?

The distance between these two places is a total of 1248 km.

Q: What is the average travel time between Milan and Messina?

The average travel time between the stations is 11:12 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Milan to Messina?

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €69.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Milan to Messina?

The average number of daily departures is 4. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Milan to Messina?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a bus change, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a bus change involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Milan to Messina?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How do I get from Milan to Messina by bus?

To travel from Milan to Messina by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Milan to Messina?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses traveling between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Milan?

The earliest is at 00:35 and the latest is at 12:55.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Milan to Messina?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Milan to Messina Route Summary

Milan to Messina bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 4 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Milan bus station at 00:35h, arriving at Messina bus station at 19:50h the same day. While latest bus departs at 12:55h, arriving at 06:20h the following day.

Departure station and country Milan, Italy

Arrival station and country Messina, Italy

Travel Distance 1248 km

Average Trip Duration 11h 12min

Total Departures 4

Popular Operators FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi

Lowest Price €69

Transportation Options Bus

Getting from Milan and Messina by bus

The shortest travel distance between Milan and Messina is 1248 km. The fastest bus which departs at 12:55 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 20:25h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Messina earlier, there are 2 night buses from Milan to Messina. The overnight buses depart between and 12:55 and arrive between 05:45 and 06:20 the same day.

Bus companies operating the Milan to Messina route

There is a total of 3 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

7.1 FlixBus

8.8 Autoservizi Salemi

6.5 Itabus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Milan or Messina bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Milan

You can see information about the departure station and stops Milan here

Messina

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Messina here

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €69 (One-Way) or €138 (Return).

Travel reviews for Milan to Messina bus

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Other popular destinations from Milan

If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Milan, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

Milan - Bergamo (Airport)

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Other popular destinations from Messina

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Messina, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Messina - Taormina

Messina - Catania (Airport)