What is the best way to travel from Taranto to Messina?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool and Buses to Messina from Taranto. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Messina from Taranto?
You can reach Messina with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus7h 25m010:30TarantoCimino Bus Station17:55MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 03/02/2026 10:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 03/02/2026 17:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Itabus13h 30m016:15TarantoCimino Bus Station05:45MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 16:15:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 05:45:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus12h 10m017:35TarantoCimino Bus Station05:45MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 17:35:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
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FlixBus13h 30m006:20TarantoCimino Bus Station19:50MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 06:20:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 19:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoBus Station06:50MessinaCentral Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 07/02/2026 00:30:00 to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus7h 25m010:30TarantoCimino Bus Station17:55MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 10:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 17:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoBus Station06:50MessinaCentral Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoCimino Bus Station06:50MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Taranto to Messina?
You can get to Messina from Taranto in just 6h 20m with a Bus from Itabus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus7h 25m010:30TarantoCimino Bus Station17:55MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 03/02/2026 10:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 03/02/2026 17:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus12h 10m017:35TarantoCimino Bus Station05:45MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 17:35:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 05:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
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Itabus13h 30m016:15TarantoCimino Bus Station05:45MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 16:15:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 06/02/2026 05:45:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
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FlixBus13h 30m006:20TarantoCimino Bus Station19:50MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 05/02/2026 06:20:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 05/02/2026 19:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoBus Station06:50MessinaCentral Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 07/02/2026 00:30:00 to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 07/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoBus Station06:50MessinaCentral Station0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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Itabus6h 20m000:30TarantoCimino Bus Station06:50MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0Premium EconomyA Bus from Itabus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 06:50:00. 50 Premium Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
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FlixBus7h 25m010:30TarantoCimino Bus Station17:55MessinaPiazza della Repubblica0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Cimino Bus Station, Taranto (Italy) at 08/02/2026 10:30:00 to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 08/02/2026 17:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 25m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Taranto to Messina
What are the most popular stations in Taranto and Messina?
In Taranto, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Cimino Bus Station or Central Station, while in Messina you will be arriving at Piazza della Repubblica, Central Station or Marittima Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Messina from Taranto? With 2 connections between 2 Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Taranto and Messina, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Itabus: you will get to Messina in just 6h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Taranto and Messina are Itabus and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Taranto and Messina is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Paolo VI or to Larderia, and look at flights from , and landing at Reggio Calabria Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Taranto to Messina?
The most popular companies between Taranto and Messina, are Itabus and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Itabus and FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Taranto to Messina
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Taranto to Messina. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Taranto to Messina
How can I reach Messina from Taranto?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Messina from Taranto.
How far is Messina from Taranto?
The distance between Taranto and Messina is 291.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Taranto and Messina?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Taranto to Messina?
You can get to Messina with just £24 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Taranto to Messina?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Messina in just 6h 20m with a Bus from Itabus.
More routes to Taranto and to Messina
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Taranto and to Messina. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Taranto
- Bari Airport to Taranto
- Bari to Taranto
- Bologna to Taranto
- Brindisi Airport to Taranto
- Brindisi to Taranto
- Catania to Taranto
- Cesena to Taranto
- Cosenza to Taranto
- Frosinone to Taranto
- Lecce to Taranto
- Messina to Taranto
- Milan to Taranto
- Naples to Taranto
- Palermo to Taranto
- Pescara to Taranto
- Pisticci to Taranto
- Policoro to Taranto
- Rome Fiumicino Airport to Taranto
- Rome to Taranto
- Salerno to Taranto
- Villa San Giovanni to Taranto
- Trips to Messina
- Alì Terme to Messina
- Bari to Messina
- Bologna to Messina
- Catania to Messina
- Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to Messina
- Corigliano Calabro to Messina
- Cosenza to Messina
- Florence to Messina
- Lamezia Terme to Messina
- Milan to Messina
- Naples to Messina
- Palermo to Messina
- Pescara to Messina
- Ragusa to Messina
- Rende to Messina
- Rome to Messina
- Taormina to Messina
- Vibo Valentia to Messina
