- Must visit
Galleria Nazionale di Cosenza
Contemporary art museum spread through Palazzo Arnone. It is the city's leading gallery for modern and temporary exhibitions in a noble setting.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catanzaro to Cosenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catanzaro to Cosenza will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 8 buses that leave Catanzaro for Cosenza on Sun, Aug 09, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catanzaro to Cosenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Catanzaro to Cosenza:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Catanzaro to Cosenza costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Cosenza take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 40m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ferrovie Della Calabria.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Catanzaro to Cosenza buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:30 PM Catanzaro, Stazione FS Catanzaro Lido | 1h50 | 11:20 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1h30 | 11:20 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 5:35 AM Catanzaro, Stazione FS Catanzaro Lido | 1h50 | 7:25 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1h30 | 7:25 AM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Catanzaro, Stazione FS Catanzaro Lido | 1h45 | 1:55 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1h25 | 1:55 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Catanzaro, Stazione FS Catanzaro Lido | 1h40 | 5:00 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) | 1h25 | 5:00 PM Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Catanzaro to Cosenza run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€9) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Cosenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cosenza trip today.
Contemporary art museum spread through Palazzo Arnone. It is the city's leading gallery for modern and temporary exhibitions in a noble setting.
Open-air museum of sculptures by major international artists along the pedestrian core. It blends public art with everyday city life.
Museum dedicated to Brettii and Enotri peoples, with archaeology from prehistory to Roman times. Essential for understanding Calabria's ancient roots.
Main pedestrian boulevard lined with shops, public art, and local life. It is the most popular walking street in modern Cosenza.
Historic old town of steep lanes, noble palaces, and centuries-old churches. It offers the richest atmosphere for exploring Cosenza's past.
Large central square near the theater and civic buildings. It is a useful orientation point and a lively place for city views and events.
Spicy spreadable pork salami from Calabria, often enjoyed on bread. It is one of the region’s signature foods and reflects local chili-loving traditions.
Thick handmade pasta from Cosenza, usually served with rich meat ragù or tomato sauce. It is a classic homemade dish in local family cooking.
Potatoes baked with onions, tomatoes, peppers, breadcrumbs, and oregano. This rustic Calabrian side dish is a staple of home kitchens and village feasts.
Refined Calabrian dining with seasonal ingredients and polished presentation. Suitable for a more upscale meal in Cosenza.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Calabrian classics in a warm, rustic setting. Good choice for local pasta and regional flavors.
Established casual venue focused on southern Italian and Calabrian dishes. Relaxed atmosphere and reliable local cooking.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Milan, and local buses keep daily costs manageable for most travelers.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is fine at cafes.
Official public transport app
Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) -> Piazza Bilotti, Cosenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catanzaro to Cosenza 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 Cosenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Catanzaro to Cosenza buses use the Catanzaro, Via Gioacchino da Fiore (Benny Hotel) to Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) station pair. Use this guide to compare Catanzaro and Cosenza bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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