Turin to Messina by train

Explore Turin to Messina by train

Thinking about travelling from Turin to Messina by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train cost for travel between Turin and Messina

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 €6.52, 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 6 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.

Turin to Messina train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Turin to Messina is at 06:20 and the last is at 21:55. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:50 and the last one is at 21:55. You can expect 16 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 43 minutes.

Turin to Messina distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 1,008 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 11 hours and 20 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Turin and Messina

Tickets for travel between Turin and Messina can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Turin to Messina

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Messina city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.