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Compare all timetables for the bus from Palermo to Messina

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

today
£12
tomorrow
£9
Sunday
£11
Monday
£10
Tuesday
£10
Wednesday
£12
Thursday
£9

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 05:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 07:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 06:30 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 09:15 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 15m 17:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 21:25 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 15m 17:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 21:25 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £10
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 50m 14:15 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 17:05 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 18:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 55m 11:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 16:05 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £11
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £11
FlixBus 4h 15m 17:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 21:25 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £11
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 50m 14:15 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 17:05 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 55m 11:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 16:05 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £10
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £10
FlixBus 4h 15m 17:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 21:25 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £11
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 05:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 07:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 45m 06:30 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 09:15 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £10
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 05:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 07:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 06:30 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 09:10 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
FlixBus 4h 55m 11:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 16:05 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 05:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 07:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 06:30 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 09:10 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £14
FlixBus 7h 20m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 22:45 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 15:25 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 20:10 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 15m 17:10 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 21:25 Messina Piazza della Repubblica  Economy £9
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 05:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 07:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 06:30 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 09:10 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12
Sais Autolinee 2h 40m 09:00 Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop 11:40 Messina Viale Boccetta Bus Stop  Basic £12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Palermo to Messina is £9 on 21/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Palermo and Messina

See here how frequent the connections between Palermo and Messina are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 102 daily coaches from Palermo to Messina. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 31 daily coaches between Palermo and Messina.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 242 coaches from Palermo to Messina, while Night sees the fewest connections between Palermo and Messina, with 66 offers.

Facts about coaches from Palermo to Messina

Compare all providers like Sais Autolinee and FlixBus that travel 79 times every day by bus from Palermo to Messina in one click! Book your bus ticket from Palermo to Messina starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 2h 35m
Earliest Coach 05:00
Latest Coach 18:05
Daily Bus Connections 79 Ø
Distance 191.9 km
Coach Companies Sais Autolinee and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Palermo to Messina

Every day, 79 buses from 2 coach companies leave Palermo for Messina: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
Thursday 19/03
Friday 20/03
£12
Saturday 21/03
£9
Sunday 22/03
£11
Monday 23/03
£13
Tuesday 24/03
£10
Wednesday 25/03
£13
Thursday 26/03
£12
Friday 27/03
£12
Saturday 28/03
Sunday 29/03
£11
Monday 30/03
£11
Tuesday 31/03
£11
Wednesday 01/04
£12
Thursday 02/04
£15
Friday 03/04
Saturday 04/04
£12
Sunday 05/04
£15
Monday 06/04
£16
Tuesday 07/04
£12
Wednesday 08/04
£13
Thursday 09/04
£13
Friday 10/04
£12
Saturday 11/04
£12
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Palermo to Messina

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Palermo to Messina, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Palermo to Messina. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Palermo to Messina, with £9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

How to save money travelling from Palermo 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 Palermo 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 Palermo 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 coaches from Palermo to Messina are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Palermo and Messina

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Palermo and Messina.

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Palermo to Messina

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

FAQs about the Palermo to Messina bus

How much does a Palermo - Messina coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Palermo - Messina bus trip is available from £9 and takes 4h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Palermo to Messina is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £33. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Palermo - Messina route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Palermo to Messina is offered by roughly 79 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Messina from Palermo take?

The quickest coach from Palermo to Messina is provided by Sais Autolinee and takes 2h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Palermo to Messina?

The earliest bus to Messina departs from Palermo at 05:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Palermo to Messina?

The latest bus to Messina departs from Palermo at 18:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Palermo - Messina route?

Passengers looking to travel from Palermo to Messina can travel with Sais Autolinee and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Messina?

You can check all the direct connections between Palermo 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 and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Messina from Palermo?

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

What equipment is available for the Palermo 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 travelling 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 Palermo to Messina on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Palermo to Messina?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 79 daily trips between Palermo and Messina. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Palermo to Messina?

Prices and availability for 79 trips between Palermo and Messina change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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