Going from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto by train

About to set off from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Messina and Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$21.80, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 7 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Departure frequency and timetable from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto:

  • 05:10 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 20:18 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:13 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 20:18 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 40 minutes from Messina toward Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 17 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto

The quickest time by train is 1 hour and 26 minutes, travelling a total distance of 90 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Messina and Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto

Tickets for travel between Messina and Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto can be booked 7 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

More information on train travel from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Messina and Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto by train?

The train journey from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto covers 90 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$21.80. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto?

Tickets for this journey become available 7 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Messina to Catania–Fontanarossa Aeroporto?

The fastest jouney takes 1 hour and 26 minutes.