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Travelling from Messina to Sorrento by train

Looking to travel from Messina to Sorrento by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 26 minutes to travel from Messina to Sorrento by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 8 hours 45 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 180 miles (289 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Sorrento, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Trains on this route are usually operated by either Frecciarossa or Trenitalia. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Messina to Sorrento.

If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Sorrento by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Trains to Sorrento from Messina

First train

00:35

Last train

05:20

Departure stationMessina
Arrival stationSorrento
Journey time

From 8h 45m

Distance

180 miles (289 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Trenitalia

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Messina to Sorrento?

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

How do I travel from Messina to Sorrento?

You can get from Messina to Sorrento by train in 10 hours and 26 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 8 hours and 45 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Messina to Sorrento take?

The average journey time by train between Messina and Sorrento is 10 hours and 26 minutes, with around 2 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Is it possible to get a high-speed train from Messina to Sorrento?

Yes, it is possible to travel on a high-speed train from Messina to Sorrento. There are often different amenities available on board high-speed trains from Frecciarossa - take a look at the classes and onboard services. The fastest trip on a high-speed train can take 8 hours and 45 minutes.

What's the fastest journey time between Messina and Sorrento by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Messina to Sorrento is 8 hours and 45 minutes.

What are the train times from Messina to Sorrento?

Check out the next trains departing from Messina to Sorrento for Monday 6th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
23:3511:4212h 7m, 1 change
04:2013:058h 45m, 2 changes

Frecciarossa and Trenitalia trains from Messina to Sorrento

You can travel from Messina to Sorrento on Frecciarossa and Trenitalia trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains, capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi connection and 4 levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and snacks served on arrival), Business (with drinks and snacks plus larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat). You can now also travel with Frecciarossa between Milan and Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The new Frecciarossa trains have 4 levels of service – Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room – and two types of carriage: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.

More information

Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

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What Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte (night trains) and FrecciaLink classes are there from Messina to Sorrento?

Compare the different travel classes offered by Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte (night trains) and FrecciaLink when travelling from Messina to Sorrento.

Standard

With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi at a reasonable price. You can order food and drink from the FRECCIABistrò car or using the Easy Bistrò at-seat meal service.

  • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
  • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
  • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
  • PlugPlugUSB sockets
  • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
  • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
  • BarBarWelcome drink with sweet or salty snack
  • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
  • BarBarFoodbox + drink
  • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
  • StaffStaffMeeting room
  • BarBarOpen Bar
  • LoungeLoungeLounge access

    Premium

    Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and luggage space, as well as a total of 4 food / beverage products including: sweet or savory snack, welcome drink, small water bottle, 1 wet wipe.

    • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
    • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
    • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
    • PlugPlugUSB sockets
    • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
    • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
    • BarBarWelcome drink with sweet or salty snack
    • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
    • BarBarFoodbox + drink
    • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
    • StaffStaffMeeting room
    • BarBarOpen Bar
    • LoungeLoungeLounge access

      Business

      If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free food box containing 7 fresh food & beverage products differentiated according to the time of day + Illy expresso coffee is also included.

      • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
      • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
      • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
      • PlugPlugUSB sockets
      • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
      • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
      • BarBarWelcome drink with sweet or salty snack
      • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
      • BarBarFoodbox + drink
      • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
      • StaffStaffMeeting room
      • BarBarOpen Bar
      • LoungeLoungeLounge access

        Executive

        Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, unlimited drinks, and monthly menus (some of which were ideated by Michelin star chef Carlo Cracco).

        • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
        • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
        • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
        • PlugPlugUSB sockets
        • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
        • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
        • BarBarWelcome drink with sweet or salty snack
        • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
        • BarBarFoodbox + drink
        • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
        • StaffStaffMeeting room
        • BarBarOpen Bar
        • LoungeLoungeLounge access

          Seated coach Basic Easy

          If you're travelling on a budget, buy a ticket for a basic seat - you'll find a spacious and comfy seat with a fold-down table, as well as a minibar service.

          • SeatSeatFold-down table
          • BarBarMinibar
          • ReadingReadingReading light
          • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
          • PlugPlugPower sockets
          • PlugPlugUSB sockets
          • OvernightOvernightBedding
          • CoffeeCoffeeBreakfast
          • BarBarBottle of water
          • WashbasinWashbasinToiletries
          • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
          • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
          • PlusPlusClothes hanger
          • Alarm clockAlarm clockWakeup service
          • WashbasinWashbasinPrivate bathroom
          • BarBarWelcome drink
          • ShowPasswordShowPasswordMirror

            Comfort couchette

            This couchette can host up to 4 people and offers plenty of amenities, including a toiletry kit, bedding, and breakfast served in the morning.

            • SeatSeatFold-down table
            • BarBarMinibar
            • ReadingReadingReading light
            • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
            • PlugPlugPower sockets
            • PlugPlugUSB sockets
            • OvernightOvernightBedding
            • CoffeeCoffeeBreakfast
            • BarBarBottle of water
            • WashbasinWashbasinToiletries
            • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
            • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
            • PlusPlusClothes hanger
            • Alarm clockAlarm clockWakeup service
            • WashbasinWashbasinPrivate bathroom
            • BarBarWelcome drink
            • ShowPasswordShowPasswordMirror

              Deluxe cabin Relax

              In this cabin, you'll enjoy a whole breakfast menu, a wake-up service and a comfier bed. Single, double or 3-berth compartments are available.

              • SeatSeatFold-down table
              • BarBarMinibar
              • ReadingReadingReading light
              • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
              • PlugPlugPower sockets
              • PlugPlugUSB sockets
              • OvernightOvernightBedding
              • CoffeeCoffeeBreakfast
              • BarBarBottle of water
              • WashbasinWashbasinToiletries
              • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
              • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
              • PlusPlusClothes hanger
              • Alarm clockAlarm clockWakeup service
              • WashbasinWashbasinPrivate bathroom
              • BarBarWelcome drink
              • ShowPasswordShowPasswordMirror

                Excelsior cabin Superior

                The Excelsior cabin Superior can host up to 2 people. Enjoy the perks of the Deluxe cabin Relax, as well as a welcome drink and a private bathroom with washbasin, shower and mirror.

                • SeatSeatFold-down table
                • BarBarMinibar
                • ReadingReadingReading light
                • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
                • PlugPlugPower sockets
                • PlugPlugUSB sockets
                • OvernightOvernightBedding
                • CoffeeCoffeeBreakfast
                • BarBarBottle of water
                • WashbasinWashbasinToiletries
                • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
                • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
                • PlusPlusClothes hanger
                • Alarm clockAlarm clockWakeup service
                • WashbasinWashbasinPrivate bathroom
                • BarBarWelcome drink
                • ShowPasswordShowPasswordMirror

                  Bus

                  Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfy buses.

                  • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
                  • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi

                    What are the onboard services on Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte (night trains) and FrecciaLink?

                    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Messina to Sorrento.

                    LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                    • You can take your bags on board Frecciarossa trains free of charge.
                    • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
                    • You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks.
                    • You can also order your favorite meal from the comfort of your seat – go to the entertainment portal called FRECCIAPlay and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.
                    • If you travel in Premium Class, you’ll get a total of 4 food / beverage products is offered on board, including: sweet or savoury snack, welcome drink, small water bottle, 1 wet wipe.
                    • Travellers in Business Class receive a food box containing 7 fresh food & beverage products differentiated according to the time of day, plus Illy expresso coffee.
                    • If you travel in Executive Class, you’ll get unlimited drinks plus food from a rotating monthly menu where some meals were ideated by the renowned Michelin star chef Carlo Cracco.
                    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?
                    • You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciarossa trains. Connect to their entertainment portal called FRECCIAPlay and choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
                    • You can also use the FRECCIAPlay portal to get the latest updates on your journey, as well as book other services that will help you reach your destination.
                    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                    • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (Frecciarossa’s standard fare).
                    • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
                    • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child). 
                    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
                    • You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciarossa trains provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
                    • Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
                    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                    • Dogs, cats and other small pets can travel for free in a carrier with maximum dimensions of 70x30x50 cm (maximum one per passenger).
                    • Bigger dogs can travel for only 5 € from Sunday to Friday, and for as little as 1 € on Saturday.
                    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
                    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                    If you need to request special assistance, you can call: the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

                    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                    Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power sockets you can find at your seat.

                    LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity Notte trains free of charge.
                    • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

                    A minibar trolley service is available on all Intercity Notte trains – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks. Vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.

                    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                    Unfortunately, free WiFi is not available on Intercity Notte trains.

                    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                    • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
                    • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off, or 30% off if they’re travelling in the Comfort couchette or Deluxe cabin Relax.
                    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
                    • You can take your folding bike with you if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage spaces.
                    • If you have a traditional bike, you’ll need to disassemble it and place it in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
                    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                    • Small pets are allowed on board free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm. You’ll need to buy a ticket for the whole compartment.
                    • Bigger dogs are allowed on board if they have a ticket – it’s usually 50% off the Base ticket (standard fare).
                    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                    Intercity Notte trains have a coach with designated spaces for 2 passengers with a wheelchair and 2 companions. You’ll find a wheelchair symbol outside the coach.

                    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                    Depending on the class you’ll be travelling in, you’ll get to enjoy additional perks, including a wake-up service, breakfast, bedding and more.

                    LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?

                    You can take your luggage on board free of charge.

                    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

                    Unfortunately, a restaurant service is not available on board.

                    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                    Free WiFi is available on FrecciaLink services.

                    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

                    Children under 4 can travel for free on Freccialink.

                    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

                    There's no bike service on FrecciaLink.

                    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

                    Pets are allowed on board free of charge, provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage (max dimensions 70 x 30 x 50cm) and are on the owner’s lap. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on board without any restrictions.

                    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                    If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

                    How do I find cheap train tickets from Messina to Sorrento?

                    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

                    1. Book in advance

                    The price of train tickets from Messina to Sorrento starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

                    2. Be flexible with your travel times

                    If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

                    3. Buy a rail pass

                    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

                    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

                    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

                    5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

                    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

                    6. Take a night train

                    Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

                    What Trenitalia offers are there from Messina to Sorrento?

                    FrecciaDAYSUp to 60% off
                    Up to 60% off Base tickets when you travel on a Frecciarossa or Frecciargento train
                    Terms and conditions

                    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

                    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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