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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palermo to Catania
Cheapest price
14₫
Average price
15₫
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palermo to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Catania will cost around 15₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 14₫.
Of the 13 buses that leave Palermo for Catania every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
corsa extra10:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:30 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes- corsa extra10:05 PM2h26Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:31 AMCatania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa extra10:00 PM2h31Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)12:31 AMCatania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa bis9:30 PM2h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)12:00 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa bis9:35 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:00 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa extra10:05 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:30 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa bis9:35 PM2h25Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:00 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa extra10:05 PM2h26Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:31 AMCatania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa bis9:35 PM2h26Palermo, Oreto - Orsi12:01 AMCatania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
- corsa bis9:30 PM2h30Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)12:00 AMCatania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)14 ₫1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Palermo to Catania
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 9₫. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 52m. 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 coach costs an average of 9₫, and a ferry costs an average of 55₫.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
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13₫ Average Price Cheapest | 18₫ Average Price | 56₫ Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Catania coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:10 PM Palermo | 2h35 | 9:45 PM Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
| treno 5506 effettuato con bus PA318 · Regionale 5506 | 7:02 AM Palermo Centrale | 3h28 | 10:30 AM Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
| treno 5508 effettuato con bus PA320 · Regionale 5508 | 9:02 AM Palermo Centrale | 3h30 | 12:32 PM Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
| treno 5510 effettuato con bus PA322 · Regionale 5510 | 1:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h28 | 4:30 PM Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
| treno 5512 effettuato con bus PA324 · Regionale 5512 | 3:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h28 | 6:30 PM Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
| treno 5520 effettuato con bus PA326 · Regionale 5520 | 5:02 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h28 | 8:30 PM Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Catania
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Buses from Palermo to Catania run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 9₫ if you book in advance.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:21, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 9₫ |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 4:21 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Catania with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as 9₫. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palermo to Catania coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Catania by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Catania
Most Palermo to Catania buses use the Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) to Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) station pair, with some services arriving at Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto). Use this guide to compare Palermo and Catania bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Catania station do buses from Palermo arrive at?
Getting to Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria) from Catania city centre
Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria) is 3 km from Catania city centre. Public transport options include:
Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria) bus station facilities and services
Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria). ATMs are available at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria): Wheelchair accessible ramps available.
Getting to Catania, Tempio-Assunta Est from Catania city centre
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