Reggio di Calabria to Messina by train

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Overview: trains from Reggio di Calabria to Messina

Find the key information for travelling by train from Reggio di Calabria to Messina, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:58 View journey
Last train 21:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 35m View journey
Distance (km) 11
Trains / day 52 View all
Cheapest journey AU$18.12 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 20m
Train operators 10

Reggio di Calabria to Messina by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Reggio di Calabria to Messina? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 11 kilometres.

Train cost from Reggio di Calabria to Messina

Ready to book tickets from Reggio di Calabria to Messina? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Reggio di Calabria and Messina typically run AU$18.12.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 6 and a half months in advance.

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Reggio di Calabria to Messina train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 04:58.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:01.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:58.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:00.

  • 52 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 8 minutes.

Reggio di Calabria to Messina distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 11 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 35 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Reggio di Calabria to Messina?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Additional information on train travel from Reggio di Calabria to Messina

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Messina city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Reggio di Calabria to Messina

Want to know more about your journey from Reggio di Calabria to Messina? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Reggio di Calabria and Messina is 11 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.