Rome to Messina by ferry + train
This route from Rome to Messina is not by ferry the whole way: by train and ferry it takes about 17h 44m in total, run by TRENITALIA, 12Go. A quicker option we found is bus, at 9h 30m.
A closer look at the Ferry journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €69
- Total journey
- 17h 44m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- TRENITALIA, 12Go
Older observation · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Roma to Salerno
TRENITALIA2h 57mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Salerno - 2Salerno to Messina12Go9h
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Ferry facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the ferry only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Ferry covers Salerno to Messina. The rest of the journey is by train.
Before you travel
Which port?
The departure and arrival ports are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Boarding and vehicles
Boarding time and the rules for carrying a vehicle are not in this record. Check them with the operator.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €12Omio catalogue, Oct 28 | 9h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€12Omio catalogue, Oct 289h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 28
Rome to Messina by ferry: common questions
How long does Rome to Messina take by ferry?
The ferry does not cover the whole route: ferry + train together take about 17h 44m, 1 transfer.
How much is a ferry ticket from Rome to Messina?
The best price in our latest check was €69. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the ferry from Rome to Messina?
TRENITALIA, 12Go. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the ferry or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 9h 30m. It is cheaper too, at €38.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Rome Messina ferry
- Rome to Messina by ferry
- ferry ticket Rome to Messina
- how long is the ferry from Rome to Messina