The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Catania
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$205
Fastest journey
13 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 24 m
Trains per day
80
Distance
840 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Catania will cost around $205 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Of the 80 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Catania on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 840 km distance in an average of 13 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 13 h 43 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.
InterCityNotte 196310:00 PM16h32Bologna Centrale2:32 PMCatania Centrale$1391One-way0 transfers
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723+
Regionale 129831:33 AM16h43Bologna Centrale6:16 PMCatania Centrale$1401One-way2 transfers
8903+
Intercity 727+
Regionale 221178:42 AM13h33Bologna Centrale10:15 PMCatania Centrale$1611One-way2 transfers
9969+
Intercity 727+
Regionale 221177:52 AM14h23Bologna Centrale10:15 PMCatania Centrale$1611One-way2 transfers
9941+
Intercity 727+
Regionale 221178:52 AM13h23Bologna Centrale10:15 PMCatania Centrale$1611One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 129516:27 PM13h10Bologna Centrale7:37 AMCatania Centrale$2091One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
InterCityNotte 19556:27 PM13h13Bologna Centrale7:40 AMCatania Centrale$2041One-way1 transfer
9941+
Intercity 727+
Regionale 221178:52 AM13h23Bologna Centrale10:15 PMCatania Centrale$1611One-way2 transfers
8903+
Intercity 727+
Regionale 221178:42 AM13h33Bologna Centrale10:15 PMCatania Centrale$1611One-way2 transfers
9951+
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+
InterCityNotte 19555:57 PM13h43Bologna Centrale7:40 AMCatania Centrale$2431One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Bologna Centrale to Catania
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $61.
Distance: 521 miles (840 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 32m Average total duration 13h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 39m Average total duration 17h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Catania:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Catania costing on average $98 (€79).
A bus is $72 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Catania costing on average $127 (€102).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 2m.
Bus takes on average 17h 9m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€102) compared to roughly $101 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-25.58 (€-20.50). The journey takes 13h 2m versus 11h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Catania trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h07 | 9:32 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h36 | 3:09 PM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Regionale 12983 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h43 | 6:16 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9907+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 6:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h18 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9969+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 7:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h23 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8111+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h18 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8951+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 8:17 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h58 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h33 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9941+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 22117 | 8:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h23 | 10:15 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8905+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 21h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 21h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8907+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h55 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h40 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 20h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h55 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 19h40 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h55 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h58 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h40 | 7:37 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 18h43 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Catania
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Catania run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 521 miles (840 km) distance in 11h 48m.
Distance 521 miles (840 km) |
Average train duration 13h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 48m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Catania from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Catania by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Catania
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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