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The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$17
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$18
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 05
29
Distance
166 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo 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 to Catania Fontanarossa Airport will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Fast buses
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 29 buses from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, including 24 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
AGGIUNTA452:00 PM2h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)4:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers- 600353:35 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi6:00 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 89386:05 PM2h30Palermo, Oreto - Orsi8:35 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 89341:00 PM2h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)3:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 89374:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi6:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 600353:35 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi6:00 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 89374:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi6:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- adeguamento 75:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi7:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- AGGIUNTA452:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi4:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
- 89341:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi3:30 PMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, flight, and ferry for Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a flight costs an average of $327.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
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$18 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price | $327 Average price | $71 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).
This is compared to other travel options from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $26 (€21).
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $71 (€57).
A bus is $309 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport costing on average $327 (€264).
The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 40m.
Other travel options to Catania Fontanarossa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Flight takes on average 4h 36m.
Ferry takes on average 5h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Palermo and Catania Fontanarossa Airport including taking a bus, train, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 34m 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 Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
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.
Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:02AM | Arrival Time 10:31AM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 12:31PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:02PM | Arrival Time 04:31PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:02PM | Arrival Time 06:31PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:02PM | Arrival Time 08:31PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8935 | 3:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 5:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 treno 5512 effettuato con bus PA324 · Regionale 5512 · FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA267 | 3:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h29 | 6:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 8935 | 3:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 5:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-167 | 3:30 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 6:00 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-167 | 3:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 6:00 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8937 | 4:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 6:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8937 | 4:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 6:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| adeguamento 7 | 5:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 7:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| treno 5520 effettuato con bus PA326 · Regionale 5520 · FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA291 | 5:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h29 | 8:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| adeguamento 7 | 5:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 7:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8938 | 6:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h35 | 8:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8938 | 6:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h30 | 8:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-168 | 7:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h40 | 9:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-168 | 7:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h35 | 9:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8940 | 8:30 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h40 | 11:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8940 | 8:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h35 | 11:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| treno 5506 effettuato con bus PA318 · Regionale 5506 · FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA171 | 7:02 AM Palermo Centrale | 3h29 | 10:31 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| treno 5508 effettuato con bus PA320 · Regionale 5508 · FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA195 | 9:02 AM Palermo Centrale | 3h29 | 12:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 8929 | 10:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h35 | 12:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8929 | 10:05 AM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h30 | 12:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-169 | 11:00 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGG-169 | 11:05 AM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 1:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8928 | 12:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 2:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8928 | 12:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 2:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8934 | 1:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 3:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| treno 5510 effettuato con bus PA322 · Regionale 5510 · FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA243 | 1:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h29 | 4:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2 transfers | |
| 8934 | 1:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 3:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGGIUNTA45 | 2:00 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h30 | 4:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| AGGIUNTA45 | 2:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 2h25 | 4:30 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport buses with Omio?
Sais Regional as well as FlixBus or Infobus offer buses services from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
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Buses from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 19:10. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa AirportYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$15 (€12)
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
42 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Sais Regional
About
Sais Regional is a bus company operating primarily in Italy, particularly in Sicily. It is part of the larger SAIS Autolinee group, a historical company that has been a leader in local public transport in Sicily since 1926 and also provides interregional connections. Sais Regional offers routes connecting major Sicilian cities like Catania, Palermo, and Messina, as well as services to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The company emphasizes safety, quality, and eco-compatibility with a continuously renewed fleet of modern buses. They aim to provide comfortable and reliable travel experiences, with some services offering amenities like free Wi-Fi and flexible booking options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Sais Regional Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Sais Regional Price
$17 (€14)
Sais Regional frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Designated seating areas.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is $18 (€15) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is 2h 25m to travel the 103 miles (166 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport leaves at 2:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport leaves at 7:10 PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, you can count on Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Palermo and Catania Fontanarossa Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Catania Fontanarossa Airport from Palermo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Palermo and Catania Fontanarossa Airport including taking a bus, train, flight, and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport for bus company Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport:
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The following conditions apply:
- 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.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with the following bus company: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with the following bus company: FlixBus, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport with the following bus company: FlixBus, Infobus.
Since both Palermo and Catania Fontanarossa Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Palermo to Catania Fontanarossa Airport among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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