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The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania to Acireale
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- €0
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- -€0
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 20 m
- Buses on Nov 04
- 27
- Distance
- 13 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Acireale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 27 buses from Catania to Acireale, including 27 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.
5:25 AM 1h20 Catania 6:45 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers6:30 AM 1h20 Catania 7:50 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers6:45 AM 1h20 Catania 8:05 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers7:30 AM 1h20 Catania 8:50 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers8:00 AM 1h20 Catania 9:20 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers
5:25 AM 1h20 Catania 6:45 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers6:30 AM 1h20 Catania 7:50 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers6:45 AM 1h20 Catania 8:05 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers7:30 AM 1h20 Catania 8:50 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers8:00 AM 1h20 Catania 9:20 AM Acireale Find prices0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Acireale
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Take a bus from Catania to Acireale and enjoy the approximately 8 miles (13 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:01, the last at 22:06.
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- Distance8 miles (13 km)
- First bus5:01 AM
- Last bus10:06 PM
- High SeasonJul - Sep
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Best time to book7 days
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The earliest bus from Catania to Acireale leaves at 5:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Catania to Acireale leaves at 10:06 PM.
Catania to Acireale Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €2 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €0 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €2 |
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Catania to Acireale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Acireale buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:20 AM Catania | 0h20 | 6:40 AM Acireale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 AM Catania | 0h10 | 10:45 AM Acireale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:10 PM Catania | 0h30 | 3:40 PM Acireale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 PM Catania | 0h40 | 11:30 PM Acireale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus companies from Catania to Acireale
Buses from Catania to Acireale with Azienda Siciliana Trasporti. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Azienda Siciliana Trasporti
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Azienda Siciliana Trasporti Duration
1h 20m
Azienda Siciliana Trasporti frequency
16 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Catania and Acireale
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Catania to Acireale, you can count on Azienda Siciliana Trasporti for the best way to get you to Acireale. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Catania and Acireale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Catania to Acireale.
No, the bus from Catania to Acireale has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Catania to Acireale.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Catania to Acireale.
No, luggage for the bus from Catania to Acireale needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Catania to Acireale.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Catania to Acireale.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Catania to Acireale.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Catania to Acireale.
Complete guide to Acireale
Things to do in Acireale
Discover the best of Acireale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Acireale trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Opera dei Pupi
Puppet theater museum preserving Sicilian Opera dei Pupi traditions, local storytelling, and handcrafted marionettes.
- Recommended
Museo del Carnevale
Museum focused on Acireale's celebrated carnival, showcasing floats, masks, and traditions central to the city's identity.
- Must visit
Piazza Duomo
Acireale's monumental main square, framed by Baroque churches and civic buildings; the essential starting point for visiting the city.
- Must visit
Santa Maria la Scala
Coastal hamlet below Acireale, popular for sea views, dramatic lava scenery, and a more local atmosphere than the main center.
- Recommended
Piazza Lionardo Vigo
Lively central square near the theater, useful for strolling and people-watching while exploring Acireale's elegant historic core.
- Vegetarian
Granita Con Brioche
Granita with brioche is a Sicilian breakfast staple. In Acireale it is prized for intense almond, lemon, or coffee flavors and the soft sweet bun served alongside.
Arancini
Arancini are fried rice balls with fillings such as ragù, butter, or pistachio. They are a classic Sicilian street food found in bars and bakeries across Acireale.
- Vegetarian
Pasta Alla Norma
Pasta Alla Norma pairs pasta with tomato, fried eggplant, ricotta salata, and basil. Born in eastern Sicily, it is a signature dish around Catania and Acireale.
I Pupi
Refined Sicilian seafood and seasonal dishes in an elegant setting. Well regarded for careful technique, quality ingredients, and a polished dining experience.
Pasticceria Costarelli
Historic pastry and café known for granita, cannoli, and Sicilian breakfast classics. A traditional stop in central Acireale with a long local reputation.
Ristorante La Curva
Traditional restaurant serving Sicilian fish and local specialties in a relaxed setting. Known for reliable regional cooking and a longstanding local following.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Sicily. B&Bs and casual dining are reasonable, while tourist areas and summer stays cost more. Local transit is affordable, but taxis can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Plan your visit to Acireale
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Acireale.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Acireale, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas and markets, especially near popular attractions and public transport hubs. Avoid accepting unsolicited offers for guided tours or transportation, as some may be scams. It's advisable to use official taxi services and keep valuables secure to minimize risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Catania to Acireale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Acireale 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 Acireale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Catania and Acireale including taking a bus and train.
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