- Must visit
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reggio Calabria to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reggio Calabria to Catania will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Reggio Calabria for Catania on Mon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.








Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Reggio Calabria to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 34m. 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 ferry costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
| Bus | Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Reggio Calabria to Catania:
A ferry is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reggio Calabria to Catania costing on average $19 (€15).
A ferry is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reggio Calabria to Catania costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Train takes on average 2h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:51AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:51AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h34 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 08:36AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:37AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:23AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Intercity | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:33AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h17 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:33PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h47 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:33PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:57PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Reggio Calabria to Catania buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 1588+ 4403 | 8:36 AM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 10h14 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21504+ 4403 | 8:40 AM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 10h10 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22119+ Intercity 556+ 4403 | 9:23 AM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 9h27 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5476+ 4403 | 10:33 AM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 8h17 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5560+ 4403 | 12:00 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 6h50 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21506+ 4403 | 1:40 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 5h10 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22370+ 4403 | 2:33 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 4h17 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5546+ 4403 | 3:00 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 3h50 | 6:50 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Reggio Calabria to Catania run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $4 (€4) by ferry.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:41, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 34m |
First bus 2:41 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Large museum on the Allied landings in Sicily, known for immersive displays, wartime reconstructions, and strong historical context.
Museum beside the cathedral with religious art, silverwork, manuscripts, and access to terraces overlooking Piazza del Duomo.
The city’s main square, surrounded by Baroque architecture and anchored by the cathedral and Elephant Fountain.
Catania’s principal shopping and walking street, lined with historic buildings and long views toward Mount Etna.
Historic fish market area beside Piazza del Duomo, famous for its lively atmosphere, photogenic scenes, and local character.
Catania’s signature pasta with fried eggplant, tomato sauce, salted ricotta, and basil, named in honor of Bellini’s opera Norma.
Stuffed fried rice balls, often filled with ragù, butter, or pistachio, and a beloved everyday Sicilian street food.
A sweet-and-sour eggplant dish with tomato, celery, olives, and capers, served as a classic Sicilian antipasto or side.
Established Sicilian restaurant with refined regional cooking, strong wine selection, and an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere.
Iconic pastry shop and café famous for arancini, granita, cassata, and other classic Catanese and Sicilian specialties.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving hearty Sicilian specialties, pasta, and local fish in a warm, rustic setting.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: casual food is affordable, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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