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Museo Archeologico Regionale Antonio Salinas
Palermo’s leading archaeology museum displays Greek, Roman, and Sicilian finds. It is essential for understanding the island’s layered past.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Punta Raisi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Punta Raisi will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 2 buses from Catania to Punta Raisi, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.

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Buses from Catania to Punta Raisi run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:11, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 6:11 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Catania to Punta Raisi.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Azienda Siciliana Trasporti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator SAIS trasporti S.p.A. - Autolinee Giamporcaro | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:01PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Punta Raisi buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 AM Catania | 2h45 | 10:00 AM Punta Raisi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Catania | 3h50 | 5:20 PM Punta Raisi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Palermo’s leading archaeology museum displays Greek, Roman, and Sicilian finds. It is essential for understanding the island’s layered past.
A major regional art museum in a former palace and abbey, known for medieval and Renaissance works including Antonello da Messina’s famous portrait.
Housed in a restored palace, this modern art gallery presents major Italian works from the 19th century onward in elegant historic rooms.
A broad pedestrian-friendly boulevard lined with shops and historic buildings. It is Palermo’s main axis for urban walks and city orientation.
A charming fishing village area with waterfront views, colorful boats, and a relaxed local feel. It offers a different perspective from central Palermo.
Palermo’s historic market district is lively, layered, and ideal for experiencing daily street life, architecture, and local atmosphere on foot.
Classic Sicilian rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese, then breaded and fried. A beloved street food across western Sicily.
Fresh pasta tossed with Palermo pesto of wild fennel, sardines, pine nuts and raisins. It reflects the island's Arab and coastal influences.
Chickpea fritters served in a soft bun with sesame. A signature Palermo street snack, simple, filling and deeply traditional.
Refined restaurant in Terrasini with seafood-focused Sicilian cuisine and a polished atmosphere suited to a slower dinner.
Established seafood restaurant in nearby Cinisi, known for fresh fish, Sicilian classics and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant near the airport area serving pizza, seafood and Sicilian dishes in a casual family setting.
Moderate for Sicily: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Milan or Rome, while airport-area prices and summer tourist rates can raise costs.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: leave €1-5 for good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up or add about 5-10% if helpful.
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Most Catania to Punta Raisi buses use the Catania, Tempio-Assunta Est to station pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Punta Raisi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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