The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$32
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$47
Fastest journey on Sep 20
16 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
17 h 28 m
Buses on Sep 20
6
Distance
776 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 buses from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 776 km distance in an average of 17 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 18 h 35 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.
12:05 AM18h35Florence Peretola Airport6:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$321One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM16h30Florence Peretola Airport1:00 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$371One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM17h40Florence Peretola Airport1:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$461One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM18h35Florence Peretola Airport5:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$471One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM16h00Florence Peretola Airport6:25 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$491One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM16h00Florence Peretola Airport6:25 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$491One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM16h30Florence Peretola Airport1:00 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$371One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM17h40Florence Peretola Airport1:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$461One-way0 transfers
12:05 AM18h35Florence Peretola Airport6:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$321One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM18h35Florence Peretola Airport5:40 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and bus for Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, while a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 482 miles (776 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $240 Average price | $246 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $119 (€97).
A bus is $169 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $240 (€196).
Other travel options to Catania Fontanarossa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 56m.
Bus takes on average 16h 43m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $246 (€201) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $175 (€143). The journey takes 16h 43m versus 10h 41m 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, Itabus.
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.
Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 34h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Live departures
Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 18h00 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 34h45 | 10:00 PM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 2 transfers | |
2409 · 4411 | 12:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 20h30 | 8:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
2409 · 4411 | 12:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 20h10 | 8:30 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
2125 | 3:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h00 | 7:25 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 3:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h40 | 7:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 12:05 AM Florence Peretola Airport | 18h35 | 6:40 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Buses from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 16h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 482 miles (776 km) distance in 14h 20m.
Distance 482 miles (776 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 20m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa AirportYou can travel by bus between Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as $23 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Peretola Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport 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 Fontanarossa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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