Driving from Palermo to Messina
Messina lies 192 km (119 mi) east of Palermo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 234 km (145 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Palermo | Messina | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 648,260 | 219,948 |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Postal codes | 90100–90151 | 98100–98168 |
Where to book car hire from Palermo to Messina
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Staying in Messina
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Common questions
How far is Messina from Palermo?
192 km (119 mi) in a straight line, east of Palermo; by road roughly 234 km (145 mi).
How long does it take to get from Palermo to Messina by car?
About 2 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Palermo and Messina?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.