- 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.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$12
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 17
19
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Villarosa to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villarosa to Catania will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 19 buses from Villarosa to Catania, including 9 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 46 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.
2605 · 8944
2531
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2531
60124 · AGGIUNTA 12
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60124 · AGGIUNTA 12Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Villarosa to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Villarosa to Catania:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Villarosa to Catania costing on average $13.
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 43m.
Tickets start at around $12 compared to roughly $19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 11m 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.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h58 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:21AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 01:27PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h08 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 04:51PM | Duration 2h09 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Sais Regional | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:51PM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Villarosa to Catania buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2533 | 1:27 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h08 | 3:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2533 | 1:30 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h05 | 3:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2533 | 1:40 PM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h55 | 3:35 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:42 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h09 | 4:51 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 1 transfer | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:42 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h08 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 1 transfer | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:45 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h05 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 1 transfer | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:45 PM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 2h06 | 4:51 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 1 transfer | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:55 PM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h55 | 4:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 1 transfer | |
2605 · 8944 | 2:55 PM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h56 | 4:51 PM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
2531 | 7:22 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h58 | 9:20 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:22 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h59 | 9:21 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:25 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h55 | 9:20 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:25 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h56 | 9:21 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:35 AM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h45 | 9:20 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2531 | 7:35 AM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h46 | 9:21 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 0 transfersDirect | |
60124 · AGGIUNTA 12 | 9:05 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h46 | 10:51 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 1 transfer | |
60124 · AGGIUNTA 12 | 9:05 AM Villarosa, Corso Garibaldi (Farmacia Carletta) | 1h45 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 1 transfer | |
60124 · AGGIUNTA 12 | 9:15 AM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h36 | 10:51 AM Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 1 transfer | |
60124 · AGGIUNTA 12 | 9:15 AM Villarosa, SS121 (Stazione ferroviaria) | 1h35 | 10:50 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Villarosa to Catania run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:50, the last at 22:01. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 4:50 AM |
Last bus 10:01 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with medieval art, paintings, archaeology, and collections that trace Catania’s history from antiquity onward.
Museum in Bellini’s birthplace with manuscripts, portraits, period furnishings, and exhibits dedicated to the celebrated Catanian composer’s life.
University museum combining displays on Etna, volcanology, zoology, and science, ideal for understanding the natural setting around Catania.
Catania’s main square and Baroque showpiece, framed by the cathedral, Elephant Fountain, and historic palaces, making it the city’s essential starting point.
Elegant Baroque street lined with churches and palaces, often considered one of Sicily’s most beautiful urban ensembles for a short historic walk.
Lively historic fish market area behind Piazza Duomo, famous for its sensory atmosphere, street life, and authentic glimpse of everyday Catania.
Crisp fried rice ball filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street food staple, especially iconic in Catania bakeries and bars.
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.
Fresh horse meat, often grilled as polpette or steaks. It is a long-standing Catania specialty, especially around the city’s traditional meat stalls.
Historic pastry and café stop famous for granita, cannoli and Sicilian breakfast. A classic casual venue with strong local identity.
Refined Sicilian dining in central Catania, serving seasonal local ingredients and polished regional recipes in an elegant setting.
Historic seafood restaurant by the fish market, known for ultra-fresh catch and classic Catania dishes in a lively traditional setting.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Villarosa 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.

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