How to Get to Reggio Calabria

The airport offers regional and national connections. To reach the downtown:

Bus: Local buses connect the airport to the central train station and main points of the city.
Taxi: A taxi service is available outside the terminal.

Lamezia Terme is the main international airport in Calabria. To reach Reggio Calabria:

Train: Frequent trains from Lamezia Terme Centrale station to Reggio Calabria. The airport is linked to the train station by a free shuttle service.
Car Rental: Rental services are available at the airport for a scenic drive along the coastline.

From Catania, you can reach Reggio Calabria by:

Bus: Direct intercity buses run to Reggio Calabria.
Train: Travel by train via Messina. The airport is linked to Catania Centrale station by a shuttle bus.
Ferry: Cross the Strait of Messina to Villa San Giovanni and continue by train or bus to Reggio Calabria.

Reggio Calabria Centrale station is centrally located and well-connected to other major cities:

The station is within walking distance of the downtown and offers taxis and local buses for onward travel.

Reggio Calabria is served by national and international coach services, including:

FlixBus: The main bus stop is at the Reggio Calabria Centrale station, providing connections to major Italian cities.

Reggio Calabria is accessible via:

A2 “Autostrada del Mediterraneo”: Exit at Reggio Calabria for direct access to the city.
Car Sharing: Consider using carpooling platforms to travel sustainably.

Reggio Calabria is connected to Sicily by frequent ferries:

Villa San Giovanni – Messina Ferry: The closest ferry port is Villa San Giovanni (15 km), with frequent connections to Messina. Continue by train or bus to Reggio Calabria.
Reggio Calabria Port: Direct ferries connect to Messina and the Aeolian Islands.