- Must visit
Museo Archeologico di Naxos
Main museum of ancient Naxos, displaying Greek finds, ceramics, and artifacts that explain the colony's major role in Sicilian history.
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Giardini Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Giardini Naxos will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Catania for Giardini Naxos 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 39 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 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.










Buses from Catania to Giardini Naxos run on average 300 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 300 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:28, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 300 |
Direct buses 300 |
Fastest bus 54m |
First bus 4:28 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:11AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h39 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:19PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:47PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €6 |
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Giardini Naxos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:25 PM Catania | 0h54 | 2:19 PM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Catania | 0h20 | 9:20 AM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Catania | 0h20 | 9:20 AM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Catania | 0h20 | 10:20 AM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Catania | 0h10 | 11:10 AM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Catania | 0h10 | 11:10 AM Giardini Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main museum of ancient Naxos, displaying Greek finds, ceramics, and artifacts that explain the colony's major role in Sicilian history.
Open-air archaeological display with visible excavation remains, ideal for seeing ancient streets, walls, and settlement layers in context.
Antiquarium section with curated exhibits from the site, useful for a focused overview of daily life in the first Greek colony.
Popular seaside promenade lined with beach views, shops, and walking space, ideal for experiencing the town's lively waterfront atmosphere.
Scenic bay and beach area famous for views toward Taormina and calm walks by the sea, especially attractive at sunset.
Central square used for gatherings and events, offering a practical base for exploring nearby streets, churches, and the waterfront.
Pasta alla Norma is a classic Sicilian pasta with tomato, fried eggplant, ricotta salata, and basil, strongly linked to nearby Catania and loved across eastern Sicily.
Arancini are stuffed, breaded rice balls, often filled with ragù or cheese. They are a staple Sicilian street food found in bars and bakeries around town.
Pesce spada alla griglia is grilled swordfish, a hallmark of the Ionian coast. It is prized in Giardini Naxos for its fresh local catch and simple seasoning.
Refined dining with seafood-focused Sicilian cuisine, elegant presentation, and a more upscale atmosphere suited to a special evening.
Well-known seafood restaurant near the waterfront, appreciated for fresh fish, Sicilian classics, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Established local restaurant serving traditional Sicilian seafood and pasta in a friendly, classic setting popular with returning visitors.
Moderate for Sicily. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses stay reasonable versus Amalfi Coast or major Italian resort towns.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up; small change is fine at cafes.
Official public transport app
Lungomare IV Novembre / Piazza San Giovanni Paolo II -> Piazza Municipio, Giardini Naxos
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