Munich to Messina by train

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Overview: trains from Munich to Messina

Find the key information for travelling by train from Munich 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 07:23 View journey
Last train 21:48 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 17hr 41m View journey
Distance (km) 1154
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey US$189.50 View journey
Avg journey time 23hr 46m
Train operators 21

Travelling by train from Munich to Messina

Ready to travel from Munich to Messina by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of train tickets between Munich and Messina

The cheapest train tickets from Munich to Messina start at US$189.50. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Munich to Messina is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Munich to Messina

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Munich to Messina:

  • 07:32 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:48 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:23 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:43 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 9 minutes from Munich toward Messina.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 15 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Munich to Messina

Trains can complete this route in as little as 17 hours and 41 minutes. The total distance travelled is 1,154 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Munich and Messina?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Munich and Messina 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Munich to Messina

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Messina city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Munich to Messina

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

The train journey from Munich to Messina covers 1,154 kilometres in total.

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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.