The cheapest and fastest buses from Cefalù to Catania
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cefalù to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cefalù to Catania will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 18 buses that leave Cefalù for Catania on Thu, Apr 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 16 the direct buses cover the 111 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, Apr 16 the slowest buses will take 6 h 51 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.
7:50 PM2h00Cefalù9:50 PMCatania$191One-way0 transfers
Regionale 5352+
Flibco7:07 AM5h38Cefalù station12:45 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way1 transfer
Regionale 5352+
Flibco7:07 AM8h33Cefalù station3:40 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 5354+
Flibco9:10 AM11h00Cefalù station8:10 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way1 transfer
Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892+
Flibco10:24 AM6h51Cefalù station5:15 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way2 transfers
7:50 PM2h00Cefalù9:50 PMCatania$191One-way0 transfers
Regionale 5352+
Flibco7:07 AM5h38Cefalù station12:45 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way1 transfer
Intercity 730+
Flibco11:10 AM6h05Cefalù station5:15 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$581One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 5354+
Flibco9:10 AM6h30Cefalù station3:40 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way1 transfer
Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892+
Flibco10:24 AM6h51Cefalù station5:15 PMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)$561One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cefalù to Catania
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cefalù to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. 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 train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$27 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Cefalù to Catania Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:48AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h57 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:07AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h38 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 9h22 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:24AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h51 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:51PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Cefalù to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cefalù to Catania buses for today, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5352+ Flibco | 5:07 AM Cefalù station | 5h38 | 10:45 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5352+ Flibco | 5:07 AM Cefalù station | 8h33 | 1:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5352+ Flibco | 5:07 AM Cefalù station | 10h08 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 736+ Flibco | 5:53 AM Cefalù station | 9h22 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 736+ Flibco | 5:53 AM Cefalù station | 12h17 | 6:10 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 736+ Flibco | 5:53 AM Cefalù station | 7h47 | 1:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5354+ Flibco | 7:10 AM Cefalù station | 11h00 | 6:10 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5354+ Flibco | 7:10 AM Cefalù station | 6h30 | 1:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5354+ Flibco | 7:10 AM Cefalù station | 8h05 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892+ Flibco | 8:24 AM Cefalù station | 6h51 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892+ Flibco | 8:24 AM Cefalù station | 9h46 | 6:10 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 730+ Flibco | 9:10 AM Cefalù station | 9h00 | 6:10 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 730+ Flibco | 9:10 AM Cefalù station | 6h05 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12888 · Regionale 12900+ Flibco | 10:51 AM Cefalù station | 7h19 | 6:10 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, April 16 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 5350+ Flibco | 3:48 AM Cefalù station | 6h57 | 10:45 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5350+ Flibco | 3:48 AM Cefalù station | 9h52 | 1:40 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5350+ Flibco | 3:48 AM Cefalù station | 11h27 | 3:15 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cefalù to Catania
Buses from Cefalù to Catania run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:51, the last at 18:34. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 4:51 AM |
Last bus 6:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Cefalù to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Cefalù to Catania with BlaBlaCar for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cefalù to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cefalù to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Piazza del Duomo, the central square featuring the iconic Elephant Fountain and the Cathedral of Sant'Agata
- Teatro Massimo Bellini, an opera house renowned for its stunning architecture and rich cultural performances
- Castello Ursino, a 13th-century castle housing the Civic Museum with historical artifacts and art
- Via Etnea, the main shopping street offering a vibrant mix of shops, cafes, and views of Mount Etna
- Monastero dei Benedettini, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its impressive Baroque architecture and historical significance.
- Mount Etna, explore Europe's most active volcano with guided tours and hiking trails
- La Pescheria, experience the vibrant daily fish market offering fresh seafood and local delicacies
- Giardino Bellini, relax in Catania's oldest urban park with beautiful gardens and scenic views
- Aci Castello, visit the picturesque coastal town with a medieval castle overlooking the sea
- Catania's Street Food Tour, savor local flavors and traditional Sicilian dishes on a guided culinary adventure.
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