Barcelona to Messina by train
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Overview: trains from Barcelona to Messina
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Barcelona to Messina train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Barcelona to Messina by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Barcelona to Messina take around 1 day, 1 hour and 6 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,200 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around 06:10. The last departure is usually at around 18:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Barcelona at around 07:05, with the last train leaving at around 18:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 13 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$783.87.
We think any time is a great time to visit Messina, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Messina.
Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Messina?
The journey between Barcelona and Messina usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Barcelona to Messina?
The Barcelona to Messina train travel takes about 1 day, 1 hour and 6 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Barcelona to Messina train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Messina leaving Barcelona at around 06:10 and the last train leaving at around 18:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Barcelona at around 07:05, with the final departure at 18:30.
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