- Must visit
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with medieval art, paintings, archaeology, and collections that trace Catania’s history from antiquity onward.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from San Donato Milanese to Catania
Showing times and prices for Aug 04
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€97
Fastest journey
19 h 10 m
Average duration
20 h 29 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
1005 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Donato Milanese to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Donato Milanese to Catania will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Fast buses
Of the 9 buses that leave San Donato Milanese for Catania on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 1005 km distance in an average of 20 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 10 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 21 h 50 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.
FlixBus1:10 AM20h00Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€481One-way0 transfers
2409 · 44118:00 AM24h30Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)8:30 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€551One-way1 transfer- 2409 · 44118:00 AM24h50Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)8:50 AMCatania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)€551One-way1 transfer
- 2421 · 38879:35 PM23h30Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:05 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€651One-way1 transfer
- 388712:30 AM20h35Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:05 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€651One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 PM19h10Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico€1691One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus1:10 AM20h00Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€481One-way0 transfers
- 388712:30 AM20h35Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:05 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€651One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 PM20h50Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)3:20 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€1491One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:20 PM21h50Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico€1491One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania
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Buses from San Donato Milanese to Catania run on average 13 times per day, taking around 18h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 624 miles (1005 km) distance in 18h 50m.
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 624 miles (1005 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 18h 50m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 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
San Donato Milanese to Catania Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €118 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €149 |
Live departures
San Donato Milanese to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Donato Milanese to Catania buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 20h00 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2409 · 4411 | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 24h30 | 8:30 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| 2409 · 4411 | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 24h50 | 8:50 AM Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 19h10 | 7:55 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 20h50 | 3:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 22h10 | 7:20 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| 2421 · 3887 | 9:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 23h30 | 9:05 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 21h50 | 9:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
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Autoservizi Salemi as well as FlixBus or ATM offer buses services from San Donato Milanese to Catania.
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Bus providers: Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, ATM from San Donato Milanese to CataniaYou can travel by bus between San Donato Milanese to Catania with Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, ATM for as low as €40. 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 Duration
18h 50m
Cheapest Price
€40
FlixBus frequency
17 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.
Autoservizi Salemi
About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19h 15m
Cheapest Price
€80
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs
ATM
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20h 24m
Cheapest Price
€102
ATM frequency
1 a day
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Things to do in Catania
Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Casa Natale di Vincenzo Bellini
Museum in Bellini’s birthplace with manuscripts, portraits, period furnishings, and exhibits dedicated to the celebrated Catanian composer’s life.
- Recommended
Museo dei Saperi e delle Mirabilia Siciliane
University museum combining displays on Etna, volcanology, zoology, and science, ideal for understanding the natural setting around Catania.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Catania’s main square and Baroque showpiece, framed by the cathedral, Elephant Fountain, and historic palaces, making it the city’s essential starting point.
- Must visit
Via dei Crociferi
Elegant Baroque street lined with churches and palaces, often considered one of Sicily’s most beautiful urban ensembles for a short historic walk.
- Must visit
La Pescheria
Lively historic fish market area behind Piazza Duomo, famous for its sensory atmosphere, street life, and authentic glimpse of everyday Catania.
Arancino
Crisp fried rice ball filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street food staple, especially iconic in Catania bakeries and bars.
- Vegetarian
Pasta Alla Norma
Pasta alla Norma combines pasta with fried eggplant, tomato sauce, salted ricotta and basil. It is Catania’s signature dish, named after Bellini’s opera.
- Gluten-free
Carne Di Cavallo
Fresh horse meat, often grilled as polpette or steaks. It is a long-standing Catania specialty, especially around the city’s traditional meat stalls.
Pasticceria Savia
Historic pastry and café stop famous for granita, cannoli and Sicilian breakfast. A classic casual venue with strong local identity.
Me Cumpari Turiddu
Refined Sicilian dining in central Catania, serving seasonal local ingredients and polished regional recipes in an elegant setting.
Osteria Antica Marina
Historic seafood restaurant by the fish market, known for ultra-fresh catch and classic Catania dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Milan, while tourist areas and summer rates raise hotel and restaurant prices. Local buses stay low-cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for street food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes if served at table.
FAQs: Bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Donato Milanese 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.
Cheap bus tickets from San Donato Milanese to Catania can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Donato Milanese to Catania is €58 ; 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 San Donato Milanese to Catania is 18h 50m to travel the 624 miles (1005 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 San Donato Milanese to Catania leaves at 12:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from San Donato Milanese to Catania with Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania, you can count on Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, ATM for the best way to get you to Catania. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between San Donato Milanese and Catania and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Donato Milanese and Catania including taking a bus, flight, and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania for bus company Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from San Donato Milanese to Catania depends on the bus companies:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- 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 FlixBus.
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 San Donato Milanese to Catania.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from San Donato Milanese to Catania:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- 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 San Donato Milanese to Catania:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania with the following bus company: Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from San Donato Milanese to Catania with the following bus company: Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
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.
In Catania, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets and public transport. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. It's advisable to use official taxis, avoid unlicensed guides, and keep valuables secure to minimize risks.
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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