The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo Centrale 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 Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Palermo Centrale for Catania Fontanarossa Airport on Sun, Nov 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Ferry |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price | €55 Average price |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:25 PM Palermo Centrale | 2h35 | 4:00 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Palermo Centrale | 2h30 | 5:30 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Palermo Centrale | 2h35 | 6:50 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 30 | |||||
![]() | 7:10 AM Palermo Centrale | 2h40 | 9:50 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Buses from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:10, the last at 16:15. The fastest bus covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 07:10 |
Last bus 16:15 |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, Infobus, FlixBus, Sais Autolinee from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa AirportYou can travel by bus between Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with Sais Regional, Infobus, FlixBus, Sais Autolinee for as low as $12 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Centrale 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.

- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sais Regional
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Palermo Centrale to Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), follow these tips:
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- Sais Regional
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sais Regional
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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