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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Catania to Messina from various bus operators like Sais Autolinee, FlixBus or Itabus for the next days.

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$10

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Sunday

$47

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	1h 24m	8:55 AM	Catania	Central Bus Station	10:19 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$8	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/7/2026 8:55:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:19:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 24m
Itabus	1h 19m	8:15 PM	Catania	Central Bus Station	9:34 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$8	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/7/2026 8:15:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/7/2026 9:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
FlixBus	1h 20m	8:40 AM	Catania	Central Bus Station	10:00 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/7/2026 8:40:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 25m	9:25 AM	Catania	Central Bus Station	10:50 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$8	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/7/2026 9:25:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/7/2026 10:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
Sais Autolinee	5h 11m	6:20 AM	Catania	Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop	11:31 AM	Messina	Via La Farina Bus Stop	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/7/2026 6:20:00 AM to Via La Farina Bus Stop, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/7/2026 11:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 11m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Sais Autolinee	5h 11m	6:20 AM	Catania	Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop	11:31 AM	Messina	Via La Farina Bus Stop	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/8/2026 6:20:00 AM to Via La Farina Bus Stop, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 11:31:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 11m
Sais Autolinee	5h 26m	12:05 PM	Catania	Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop	5:31 PM	Messina	Via La Farina Bus Stop	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/8/2026 12:05:00 PM to Via La Farina Bus Stop, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:31:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 26m
Sais Autolinee	5h 56m	4:05 PM	Catania	Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop	10:01 PM	Messina	Via La Farina Bus Stop	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/8/2026 4:05:00 PM to Via La Farina Bus Stop, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 10:01:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 56m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	1h 19m	8:15 PM	Catania	Central Bus Station	9:34 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$8	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/10/2026 8:15:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 9:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m
Sais Autolinee	1h 45m	10:50 AM	Catania	Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop	12:35 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/10/2026 10:50:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
Sais Autolinee	1h 45m	2:50 PM	Catania	Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop	4:35 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/10/2026 2:50:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
Sais Autolinee	1h 45m	3:50 PM	Catania	Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop	5:35 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$10	A Bus from Sais Autolinee goes from Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop, Catania (Italy) at 9/10/2026 3:50:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
Itabus	1h 39m	10:10 PM	Catania	Central Bus Station	11:49 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$47	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/10/2026 10:10:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 11:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 39m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Itabus	1h 19m	8:15 PM	Catania	Central Bus Station	9:34 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica		Economy	$47	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/13/2026 8:15:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 9:34:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 19m

Did you know that if you travel from Catania to Messina via Giardini Naxos, you can save more than $34? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Etna Trasporti
  
  1h 55m
  
  0
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Catania
  Central Station
  
  8:45 AM
  
  Giardini Naxos
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $8
  
  A Bus from Etna Trasporti goes from Central Station, Catania (Italy) at 9/8/2026 8:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Giardini Naxos (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
- Interbus
  
  0h 45m
  
  0
  
  9:10 AM
  
  Giardini Naxos
  Lungomare IV Novembre Bus Stop
  
  9:55 AM
  
  Messina
  Via Socrate Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from Interbus goes from Lungomare IV Novembre Bus Stop, Giardini Naxos (Italy) at 9/8/2026 9:10:00 AM to Via Socrate Bus Stop, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 9:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
Travel time is 0h 36m longer, but you will save $34

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Catania to Messina is $7 on 9/11/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Catania and Messina

See here how frequent the connections between Catania and Messina are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 417 daily buses from Catania to Messina. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Catania and Messina.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 303 buses from Catania to Messina, while Night sees the fewest connections between Catania and Messina, with 18 offers.

Facts about the bus from Catania to Messina

Compare all providers like Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus that travel 191 times every day by bus from Catania to Messina in one click! Book your bus ticket from Catania to Messina starting from $7!

Cheapest Bus	$7
Fastest Bus	1h 13m
Earliest Bus	5:40 AM
Latest Bus	8:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	191 Ø
Distance	53.9 miles
Bus Companies	Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus

Cheapest bus connections from Catania to Messina

Every day, 191 buses from 3 bus companies leave Catania for Messina: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$10

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

$10

Sunday 09/13

$11

Monday 09/14

$10

Tuesday 09/15

$10

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$11

Saturday 09/19

$13

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$10

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$11

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Catania to Messina

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Catania to Messina, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $8, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Catania to Messina. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $10.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Catania to Messina, with $7. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $10.

How to save money travelling from Catania to Messina

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Catania to Messina in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Catania to Messina, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Catania to Messina are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Catania to Messina

These are the most booked bus companies between Catania to Messina from our users.

Itabus from Catania to Messina

Here you will find the key facts about the Itabus bus route Catania to Messina:

Cheapest Price	$8
Fastest Bus	1h 19m
Earliest Bus	8:10 AM
Last Bus	8:15 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	8/8/2026

FlixBus from Catania to Messina

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Catania to Messina:

Cheapest Price	$8
Fastest Bus	1h 15m
Earliest Bus	8:40 AM
Last Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	8/8/2026

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All bus stations and stops in Catania and Messina

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Catania and Messina.

Catania Zona Industriale Strada 18 Bus Stop

Strada Ottava Zona Industriale

Central Bus Station

Via Archimede 216

Piazza Borsellino Bus Stop

P.zza Borsellino P.zza Borsellino

Piazza Martiri della Libertà Bus Stop

Piazza Martiri della Libertà

Viale della Libertà Bus Stop

Piazza della Repubblica

Piazza della Repubblica 25

Via Taormina - Policlinico Bus Stop

SS114 Orientale Sicula Bus Stop

Viale Gazzi Bus Stop

SS114 Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Catania to Messina? Compare all modes of transports from Catania to Messina.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Catania to Messina

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Catania to Messina? Or which bus companies serve the route Catania to Messina? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Catania to Messina bus

How much does a Catania Messina bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $7 and takes 1h 20m to reach Messina. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Catania to Messina?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $7 and $47. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Messina.

On average, how many connections are available from Catania to Messina each day?

Every day, the Catania to Messina bus route is served by approximately 191 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Catania to Messina take?

The fastest bus from Catania to Messina is offered by Sais Autolinee and takes 1h 13m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $10. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Catania to Messina?

The earliest bus arriving in Messina from Catania starts at 5:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Catania to Messina?

The latest bus trip departing from Catania for Messina starts at 8:15 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Catania Messina route?

When traveling by bus from Catania to Messina, passengers can travel with Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Catania and Messina?

You can check all the direct connections between Catania and Messina by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Sais Autolinee, FlixBus and Itabus.

What can I take with me on the Catania to Messina bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Catania Messina bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Catania Messina bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Catania to Messina on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Catania to Messina

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Catania and to Messina

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Catania and to Messina. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!