The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania to Catanzaro
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Catanzaro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Catanzaro will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from Catania to Catanzaro without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 PM13h00Catania, Via D'Amico12:55 PMCatanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel)$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:25 AM14h50Catania, Via D'Amico12:15 AMCatanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel)$651One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 PM13h00Catania, Via D'Amico12:55 PMCatanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel)$641One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:25 AM14h50Catania, Via D'Amico12:15 AMCatanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel)$651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Catania to Catanzaro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania to Catanzaro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Catanzaro:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Catania to Catanzaro costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Catanzaro take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
You'll arrive about -1h -8m sooner (3h 46m by bus vs 3h 38m by car) and save roughly $-29.61 (€-24.22) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€44) vs $25 (€20)). 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.
Catania to Catanzaro Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:56PM | Duration 4h01 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Live departures
Catania to Catanzaro bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Catanzaro 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 | 9:25 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 14h50 | 12:15 AM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 13h00 | 12:55 PM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Catania to Catanzaro.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Catania to Catanzaro.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Catanzaro
Buses from Catania to Catanzaro run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 1m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Itabus, FlixBus from Catania to CatanzaroYou can travel by bus between Catania to Catanzaro with BlaBlaCar, Itabus, FlixBus for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Catania to Catanzaro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Catanzaro 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 Catanzaro, 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 Catania to Catanzaro
Most Catania to Catanzaro buses use the Catania, Via D'Amico to Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) station pair, with some services arriving at Lamezia Terme, Stazione FS. Use this guide to compare Catania and Catanzaro bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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