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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€106
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 48 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
841 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 16 buses that leave Bologna for Catania Fontanarossa Airport on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 841 km distance in an average of 16 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 17 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2409 · 441110:55 AM21h55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:50 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€511One-way1 transfer- 2409 · 441110:55 AM21h35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:30 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€511One-way1 transfer
- 38873:05 AM18h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:05 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€601One-way0 transfers
- 21252:00 PM17h05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
- 21252:00 PM17h25Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:25 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:25 PM15h30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€1291One-way0 transfers- FlixBus4:25 PM16h05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:30 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€1141One-way0 transfers
- 21252:00 PM17h05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:05 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€701One-way0 transfers
- 21252:00 PM17h25Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)7:25 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€701One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:40 PM17h55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)12:35 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€1131One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €15.
Distance: 522 miles (841 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
A bus is €42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average €85.
Other travel options to Catania Fontanarossa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 13m.
Bus takes on average 17h 38m.
Tickets start at around €43 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €39. The journey takes 17h 38m versus 11h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €117 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €92 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €98 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:54PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 22h06 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:54PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 21h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €103 |
Live departures
Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2125 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h05 | 7:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2125 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h25 | 7:25 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h30 | 7:55 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h05 | 8:30 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h05 | 12:35 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h25 | 3:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h05 | 3:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h00 | 7:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 19h40 | 7:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h16 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 22h06 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h10 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h00 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| 3887 | 3:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h00 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2409 · 4411 | 10:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h35 | 8:30 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| 2409 · 4411 | 10:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h55 | 8:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
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Buses from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 17h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €24 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 22:54. The fastest bus covers the 522 miles (841 km) distance in 16h 5m.
Distance 522 miles (841 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 5m |
First bus 12:00 AM |
Last bus 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa AirportYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with Itabus, FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania Fontanarossa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Most Bologna to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Catania, Via D'Amico station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Bologna
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