Bus Padua to Messina: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Padua to Messina

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Padua to Messina from various bus operators like FlixBus or Itabus for the next days.

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$46

Monday

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$44

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Itabus	23h 20m	7:30 AM	Padua	Central Bus Station	6:50 AM	Messina	Central Station		Premium Economy	$46	A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Padua (Italy) at 3/22/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central Station, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/23/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Padua to Messina via Naples, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Itabus
  
  30h 25m
  
  0
  
  1:25 PM
  
  Padua
  Central Bus Station
  
  10:25 PM
  
  Naples
  Metropark Centrale
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from Itabus goes from Central Bus Station, Padua (Italy) at 3/22/2026 1:25:00 PM to Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) arriving at 3/22/2026 10:25:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
- FlixBus
  
  7h 55m
  
  0
  
  11:55 AM
  
  Naples
  Metropark Centrale
  
  7:50 PM
  
  Messina
  Piazza della Repubblica
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Metropark Centrale, Naples (Italy) at 3/23/2026 11:55:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/23/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 55m
Travel time is 7h 5m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	22h 10m	8:10 AM	Padua	Parking Sarpi	6:20 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$44	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parking Sarpi, Padua (Italy) at 3/24/2026 8:10:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/25/2026 6:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 10m
FlixBus	20h 40m	1:40 PM	Padua	Parking Sarpi	10:20 AM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parking Sarpi, Padua (Italy) at 3/24/2026 1:40:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/25/2026 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m
FlixBus	22h 0m	9:50 PM	Padua	Parking Sarpi	7:50 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parking Sarpi, Padua (Italy) at 3/24/2026 9:50:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/25/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 0m
FlixBus	19h 25m	12:25 AM	Padua	Parking Sarpi	7:50 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parking Sarpi, Padua (Italy) at 3/24/2026 12:25:00 AM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/24/2026 7:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 25m
FlixBus	20h 45m	9:10 PM	Padua	Parking Sarpi	5:55 PM	Messina	Piazza della Repubblica	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Parking Sarpi, Padua (Italy) at 3/24/2026 9:10:00 PM to Piazza della Repubblica, Messina (Italy) arriving at 3/25/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Padua to Messina is $44 on 3/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Padua and Messina

See here how frequent the connections between Padua and Messina are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Padua to Messina. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Padua and Messina.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from Padua to Messina, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Padua and Messina, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Padua to Messina

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Itabus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Padua to Messina in one click! Book your bus ticket from Padua to Messina starting from $44!

Cheapest Bus	$44
Fastest Bus	19h 25m
Earliest Bus	7:30 AM
Latest Bus	9:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	532.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Itabus

Cheapest bus connections from Padua to Messina

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Padua for Messina: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/21/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/15

Monday 03/16

Tuesday 03/17

Wednesday 03/18

Thursday 03/19

Friday 03/20

Saturday 03/21

Sunday 03/22

$46

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

$44

Wednesday 03/25

Thursday 03/26

Friday 03/27

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

$72

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

Wednesday 04/01

$97

Thursday 04/02

$96

Friday 04/03

Saturday 04/04

$78

Sunday 04/05

Monday 04/06

$87

Tuesday 04/07

$95

Wednesday 04/08

Thursday 04/09

$66

Friday 04/10

$52

Saturday 04/11

The cheapest time to travel from Padua to Messina

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Padua to Messina, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $44, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Padua to Messina. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $46.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Padua to Messina, with $44. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $51.

How to save money travelling from Padua to Messina

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Padua to Messina in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Padua to Messina, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Padua to Messina are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Padua and Messina

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Padua and Messina.

Central Bus Station

Via della Pace 1

Parking Sarpi

Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi 2

Piazzale Boschetti Bus Stop

Via Trieste 43

Padova Bus Station

Padova Stazione Ff.Ss. Padova Stazione Ff.Ss.

Piazzo Prato della Valle

Piazza della Repubblica

Piazza della Repubblica 25

Via Taormina - Policlinico Bus Stop

SS114 Orientale Sicula Bus Stop

Viale Gazzi Bus Stop

SS114 Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Padua to Messina

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Padua to Messina? Or which bus companies serve the route Padua to Messina? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Padua to Messina bus

How much does a Padua Messina bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $44 and takes 22h 10m to reach Messina. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Padua to Messina?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $44 and $69. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Messina.

On average, how many connections are available from Padua to Messina each day?

Every day, the Padua to Messina bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Padua to Messina take?

The fastest bus from Padua to Messina is offered by FlixBus and takes 19h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $63. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Padua to Messina?

The earliest bus arriving in Messina from Padua starts at 7:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Padua to Messina?

The latest bus trip departing from Padua for Messina starts at 9:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Padua Messina route?

When traveling by bus from Padua to Messina, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Itabus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Padua and Messina?

You can check all the direct connections between Padua and Messina by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Itabus.

What can I take with me on the Padua to Messina bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Padua Messina bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Padua Messina bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Padua to Messina on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Padua to Messina?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Padua to Messina

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Padua and to Messina

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Padua and to Messina. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!