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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Messina to Catania, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
€10.62
05:0306:30
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€10.62
Thu4Sep
Cheapest train of the day
€11.15
05:1306:30
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€11.15
Fri5Sep
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€11.18
Sat6Sep
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€11.18
Sun7Sep
Cheapest train of the day
€10.10
05:0306:30
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€10.10
Mon8Sep
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€11.18
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Messina to Catania Train Prices and Times

Traveling from Messina to Catania? Trip.com has Trenitalia and Italo tickets available from €10.10, with average prices for this route around €10.20. To get the best deals, try exploring split ticket options.
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From €10.62
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From €11.15
  • Sat, Sep 6
    From €11.18
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From €11.18
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From €10.10
  • Tue, Sep 9
    From €11.18
  • Wed, Sep 10
    From €11.18
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07:16
Messina Marittima
08:46
Catania Central
1h 30m, DirectTrenitalia
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07:26
Messina Central
08:46
Catania Central
1h 20m, DirectTrenitalia
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07:45
Messina Marittima
09:46
Catania Ognina
2h 1m, DirectTrenitalia
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07:45
Messina Marittima
10:00
Catania Central
2h 15m, DirectTrenitalia
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07:55
Messina Central
09:46
Catania Ognina
1h 51m, DirectTrenitalia
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07:55
Messina Central
10:00
Paris
2h 5m, DirectTrenitalia
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Messina to Catania Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Messina to Catania start at €10.10. The trip usually takes about 1h 17m and spans approximately 92 km. Typically, Trenitalia operates 67 trains daily. For more information, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
22:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 17m
Distance
Distance
92 km
Price
Price
From €10.10
Train Operators
Train Operators

Messina to Catania high-speed train ticket offers

Trenitalia offers exclusive discounts on Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity, and Intercity Notte trains, delivering unique benefits across various routes. Limited availability, subject to train routes, times, and conditions.

Messina to Catania high-speed train ticket offers

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FrecciaYOUNG and Young Offer

CartaFRECCIA members under 30 can take advantage of the FrecciaYOUNG offer for Frecciarossa and Frecciargento travel starting at €19, and the Young Offer for up to 70% off Intercity, Intercity Notte, and Frecciabianca travel.

Families and group offers

Trenitalia offers excellent ticket deals for families, friends, and groups, especially those with young children. The FrecciaFAMILY deal lets kids under 15 travel free while adults get 50% off on Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca trains. The Bimbi Gratis deal allows children under 15 to travel free and adults to get 40% off on Intercity trains. The Insieme deal provides up to 60% off for groups of 3 to 5 on Frecciabianca, Intercity, and Intercity Notte trains. The Family Night deal offers groups of 2 to 5 a 50% discount for adults and 30%-50% off for children under 15 on Intercity Notte trains.

Trenitalia Super Economy fare

Trenitalia's Super Economy tickets are the most cost-effective option, tailored for travelers who value affordability over flexibility. These non-changeable and non-refundable tickets are perfect for those with fixed travel plans. Given their popularity and limited availability, booking early is advised to secure the best prices.

Onboard services for Messina to Catania trains

  • Frecciarossa

  • Italo

Trenitalia's Frecciarossa trains typically offer four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. Additionally, Trenitalia's Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, and Intercity trains offer both 1st and 2nd class services.

First Class includes large leather armchairs, reclining tables, reading lights, ample legroom, welcome snacks and drinks, free newspapers, and other standard services. Second Class (Standard Class) features seats arranged in rows of four, reclining seats, free WiFi, and individual power sockets.

Italo trains feature a variety of classes, including Smart, Prima Business, and Club Executive, catering to different comfort levels and preferences. Explore your options and choose the best class for your journey.

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  • Frecciarossa Standard

    Frecciarossa Standard

    Frecciarossa Standard Class offers low-cost high-speed train services with seating arranged in rows of four seats. Passengers can enjoy free WiFi, power sockets, and a spacious luggage zone for added convenience.

  • Frecciarossa Premium

    Frecciarossa Premium

    Frecciarossa Premium Class offers comfortable travel with seating arranged in rows of four. Passengers enjoy leather reclining seats on most trains and receive complimentary welcome snacks with water, enhancing their travel experience.

  • Frecciarossa Business

    Frecciarossa Business

    Frecciarossa Business Class is ideal for business trips, offering more space, comfort, and privacy. Passengers can enjoy leather reclining seats with extra space, complimentary welcome food and drinks, and the option of a silent coach for a quieter travel experience.

  • Frecciarossa Executive

    Frecciarossa Executive

    Frecciarossa Executive Class is available exclusively on Frecciarossa 1000 and 500 trains, offering exceptional comfort and privacy with wide spacing between each leather reclining armchair. Passengers benefit from Fast Track service and enjoy free access to the FrecciaLounge.

  • Onboard other Trenitalia trains

    Onboard other Trenitalia trains

    Intercity trains offer comfortable seating, air conditioning, power outlets, and luggage and bike areas. Intercity Notte caters to different needs with Basic Seats, Comfort Couchettes, Deluxe Sleeping Cabins, and Excelsior Cabins. Regional trains offer essential amenities such as air conditioning and designated luggage space.

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  • Italo Smart Class

    Italo Smart Class

    Italo Smart Class features reclining leather seats with footrests and side tables, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, luggage space, and vending machines for drinks and snacks.

  • Italo Prima Business Class

    Italo Prima Business Class

    Italo Prima Business Class provides wider reclining Frau leather seats, extra space, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, and at-seat welcome snacks and drinks, along with Fast Track entrance.

  • Italo Club Executive Class

    Italo Club Executive Class

    Italo Club Executive Class ensures ultimate comfort with spacious armchairs, personal screens, free Wi-Fi, individual power sockets, free access to the Italo Club Lounge, Fast Track entry service, and at-seat dedicated catering.

Messina to Catania Frecciarossa (Trenitalia) ticket types

Trenitalia offers a selection of ticket types to suit various travel needs and preferences, including Base, Economy and Super Economy.

Messina to Catania Frecciarossa (Trenitalia) ticket types

Base

The Base ticket provides extensive flexibility, allowing travellers to switch to another train of the same category on the same route up to one hour after the scheduled departure, with a €10 fee. This option includes unlimited changes before departure, one change within one hour after departure, unlimited name changes before departure, and an 80% refund if cancelled before departure.

Economy

The Economy fare provides limited flexibility, allowing one date or time change before departure with a price difference and unlimited name changes before departure subject to a fee and availability. However, it is non-refundable and does not grant access to other trains.

Super Economy

The Super Economy fare is the most economical choice, non-refundable, and non-changeable, which permits unlimited name changes before departure, but does not allow access to other trains.

How to buy cheap train tickets in Italy

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advance booking is usually available for purchase 12 weeks before you travel and helps save a lot.

  • Consider regional trains

    Consider regional trains

    In Italy, regional trains are typically more affordable than high-speed trains. You can consider them to save money with a flexible schedule.

  • Split Tickets

    Split Tickets

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    Buy Return Tickets

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