Bus Rome to Messina: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Rome to Messina

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

today

$27

tomorrow

$28

Wednesday

Thursday

$23

Friday

$26

Saturday

$32

Sunday

$15

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 15m	7:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	5:45 AM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$27	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/7/2026 7:30:00 PM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
FlixBus	9h 30m	9:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/7/2026 9:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Itabus	14h 25m	4:25 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$35	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/7/2026 4:25:00 PM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
FlixBus	11h 40m	11:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	11:10 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$41	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/7/2026 11:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Autoservizi Salemi	8h 40m	8:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	4:40 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$45	A Bus from Autoservizi Salemi goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/7/2026 8:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 15m	7:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	5:45 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$28	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/8/2026 7:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Autoservizi Salemi	8h 40m	8:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	4:40 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$36	A Bus from Autoservizi Salemi goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/8/2026 8:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
Itabus	14h 25m	4:25 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$48	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/8/2026 4:25:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 45m	9:00 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	7:45 PM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$23	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/10/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/10/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m
Itabus	14h 25m	4:25 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$23	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/10/2026 4:25:00 PM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
FlixBus	11h 40m	11:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	11:10 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$32	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/10/2026 11:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Autoservizi Salemi	8h 40m	8:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	4:40 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$35	A Bus from Autoservizi Salemi goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/10/2026 8:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
FlixBus	9h 30m	9:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/10/2026 9:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 10m	9:00 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	7:10 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$26	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/11/2026 9:00:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Itabus	14h 25m	4:25 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$33	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/11/2026 4:25:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
FlixBus	12h 15m	6:15 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/11/2026 6:15:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Itabus	10h 15m	7:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	5:45 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$36	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/11/2026 7:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
FlixBus	9h 30m	9:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/11/2026 9:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	10h 15m	7:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	5:45 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$32	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/12/2026 7:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
FlixBus	11h 40m	11:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	11:10 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/12/2026 11:30:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
FlixBus	12h 15m	6:15 PM	Rome	Anagnina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$45	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Anagnina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/12/2026 6:15:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Autoservizi Salemi	8h 40m	8:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	4:40 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$68	A Bus from Autoservizi Salemi goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/12/2026 8:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 30m	9:00 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:30 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/13/2026 9:00:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 30m
Itabus	10h 10m	9:00 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	7:10 PM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$21	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/13/2026 9:00:00 AM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 7:10:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 10m
Itabus	14h 25m	4:25 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$29	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/13/2026 4:25:00 PM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 25m
Itabus	10h 15m	7:30 PM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	5:45 AM	Messina	Central Station	Premium Economy	$29	A Bus from Itabus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/13/2026 7:30:00 PM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
FlixBus	9h 50m	1:20 AM	Rome	Tiburtina Bus Station	11:10 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 9/13/2026 1:20:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m

Frequency of bus connections between Rome and Messina

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Rome to Messina. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Rome and Messina.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 47 buses from Rome to Messina, while Night sees the fewest connections between Rome and Messina, with 4 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/13/2026 costs just $15, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Rome to Messina

Compare all providers like Itabus, FlixBus and Autoservizi Salemi that travel 13 times every day by bus from Rome to Messina in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rome to Messina starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	8h 40m
Earliest Bus	4:25 PM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	303.0 miles
Bus Companies	Itabus, FlixBus and Autoservizi Salemi

Cheapest bus connections from Rome to Messina

Every day, 13 buses from 3 bus companies leave Rome 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

$21

Tuesday 09/08

$27

Wednesday 09/09

$40

Thursday 09/10

$23

Friday 09/11

$45

Saturday 09/12

$43

Sunday 09/13

$26

Monday 09/14

$35

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$21

Saturday 09/19

$19

Sunday 09/20

$23

Monday 09/21

$20

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$24

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$68

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

$40

Wednesday 09/30

$23

Thursday 10/01

$31

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Rome to Messina

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

With a price starting from $15, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rome to Messina. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $27.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rome to Messina, with $15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $23.

How to save money travelling from Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome to Messina are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Rome and Messina

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

Anagnina Bus Station

Piazzale della Stazione Anagnina

Termini Bus Station

Piazza dei Cinquecento 64

Tiburtina Bus Station

Tiburtina Partenze

Vatican City

Via Crescenzio 19

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 Rome to Messina? Compare all modes of transports from Rome to Messina.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rome to Messina

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

FAQs about the Rome to Messina bus

How much does a Rome Messina bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 9h 30m to reach Messina. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $79. 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 Rome to Messina each day?

Every day, the Rome to Messina bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Rome to Messina is offered by Autoservizi Salemi and takes 8h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $47. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rome to Messina?

The earliest bus arriving in Messina from Rome starts at 4:25 PM. 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 Rome to Messina?

The latest bus trip departing from Rome for Messina starts at 11:30 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 Rome Messina route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Messina?

You can check all the direct connections between Rome 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: Itabus, FlixBus and Autoservizi Salemi.

What can I take with me on the Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome to Messina on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Rome and to Messina

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