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Palazzo della Ragione
Historic hall with large fresco cycles and civic heritage displays; often visited as both a monument and a cultural exhibition space.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
20 h
Average duration
20 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
923 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 1 buses that leave Catania Fontanarossa Airport for Padua on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 923 km distance in an average of 20 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 20 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $51.
Distance: 573 miles (923 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 40m.
You'll arrive about -2h -5m sooner (14h 40m by bus vs 13h 35m by car) and save roughly $-56.77 (€-46.44) compared to fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $20 (€16)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $126 |
The table below shows live departures for Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 20h25 | 2:25 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 19h45 | 2:25 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 20h40 | 4:20 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 2 transfers | |
2126 · 2790 | 7:55 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 20h20 | 4:15 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 20h10 | 4:20 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 2 transfers | |
2126 · 2790 | 8:15 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 20h00 | 4:15 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
4412 · 2728 | 9:50 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 25h50 | 11:40 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
4412 · 2728 | 10:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 25h30 | 11:40 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 19h30 | 7:25 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Padua run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 573 miles (923 km) distance in 19h 30m.
Distance 573 miles (923 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 19h 30m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Historic hall with large fresco cycles and civic heritage displays; often visited as both a monument and a cultural exhibition space.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and works tied to the city’s history near the Scrovegni Chapel.
Major exhibition venue in a historic palace, known for high-profile art shows and a refined setting in the city center.
One of Europe’s largest squares, famous for its canal, statues, and lively open atmosphere; a signature place for walks and photos.
Historic market square lined with arcades and local life, ideal for experiencing the daily rhythm of central Padua.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and the clock tower, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Thick, rough-textured fresh pasta typical of the Veneto, traditionally served with duck ragù or anchovy-onion sauce. It is one of the most recognisable local pasta dishes around Padua.
Creamy risotto made with Veneto red radicchio, valued for its slight bitterness and seasonal character. It is a classic regional first course often found in Padua.
A celebrated Veneto stockfish dish slowly cooked with milk, onion and olive oil until very soft. Though from nearby Vicenza, it is widely appreciated and commonly eaten in Padua.
Established restaurant in the historic centre offering refined Veneto cuisine in an elegant setting, suitable for a more polished meal.
Famous street-food stop on Piazza delle Erbe, celebrated for octopus and seafood snacks that reflect the Veneto market tradition.
Historic traditional trattoria known for classic Paduan and Veneto cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm old-style atmosphere.
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are affordable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) -> Padova Railway Station
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