Catania to Palermo bus with Sais Regional

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania to Palermo

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 45 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Catania to Palermo will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Catania for Palermo on Sat, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
04:50PM2h35
Catania, Via D'Amico
07:25PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
$141One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:50PM3h05
Catania, Via D'Amico
04:55PMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
$161One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:30AM2h50
Catania, Via D'Amico
10:20AMPalermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)
$161One-way
0 transfers
Regionaletreno 5519 effettuato con bus PA355 · Regionale Veloce 5519
04:02PM4h35
Catania Centrale
08:37PMPalermo Centrale
$211One-way
1 transfer
Regionaletreno 5511 effettuato con bus PA347 · Regionale Veloce 5511
12:28PM4h15
Catania Centrale
04:43PMPalermo Centrale
$211One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Catania to Palermo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a ferry costs an average of €55.

Distance: 103 miles (166 km)

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Bus
Train
Ferry

€14

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

€55

Average price

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 5m

Average total duration

5h 5m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

Sais Regional

Most popular bus company

Regionale

Most popular train company

Liberty Lines

Most popular ferry company

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Live departures

Catania to Palermo bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, July 11
Last updated at 12:27 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:15 AM Catania, Via D'Amico
2h45
9:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregtreno 21507 effettuato con bus PA323 · Regionale 21532 · Regionale 54147:22 AM Catania Centrale
5h55
1:17 PM Palermo Centrale2 transfers
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:55 AM Catania, Via D'Amico
2h30
12:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregtreno 5511 effettuato con bus PA347 · Regionale Veloce 551110:28 AM Catania Centrale
4h15
2:43 PM Palermo Centrale1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:50 AM Catania, Via D'Amico
3h05
2:55 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregtreno 5513 effettuato con bus PA333 · Regionale Veloce 551312:02 PM Catania Centrale
4h27
4:29 PM Palermo Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregtreno 5519 effettuato con bus PA355 · Regionale Veloce 55192:02 PM Catania Centrale
4h35
6:37 PM Palermo Centrale1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
2h35
5:25 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Catania to Palermo

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Buses from Catania to Palermo run on average 116 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
103 miles (166 km)
Average bus duration
2h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
$14 (€11)
Buses per day
116
Direct buses
112
Fastest bus
2h 27m
First bus
03:48
Last bus
20:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Sais Regional, Infobus and FlixBus from Catania to Palermo

For as little as $17 (€14) you can travel by bus from Catania to Palermo with Sais Regional, Infobus and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

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