- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
8 h 48 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania Centrale to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania Centrale to Rome will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 6 trains that leave Catania Centrale for Rome on Wed, Jun 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 537 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 48 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 10 h 54 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.
Intercity 734
Intercity 724
InterCityNotte 89526
InterCityNotte 1960
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 9568
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
Intercity 724+
FRECCIAROSSA 9568
Intercity 734
Intercity 724
InterCityNotte 89526Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania Centrale to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 333 miles (537 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 32m 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 Catania Centrale to Rome:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania Centrale to Rome costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $65 (€53) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Catania Centrale to Rome costing on average $110 (€89).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 5m.
Bus takes on average 11h 5m.
Tickets start at around $86 (€70) compared to roughly $49 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.00 (€-29.97). The journey takes 9h 5m versus 8h 32m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Catania Centrale to Rome trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 724 | 11:33 AM Catania Centrale | 10h01 | 9:34 PM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 724+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 11:33 AM Catania Centrale | 9h22 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 89526 | 7:01 PM Catania Centrale | 10h54 | 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1960 | 10:33 PM Catania Centrale | 11h18 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Catania Centrale to Rome run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 8h 48m.
Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 48m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
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World-famous museum complex with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical and Renaissance collections. Timed entry is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
One of Rome’s finest art museums, known for Bernini sculptures and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael. Advance reservation is typically required because entry is strictly timed.
The city’s historic civic museums on Capitoline Hill, featuring Roman bronzes, imperial sculpture, and art with views over the Forum.
Elegant Baroque square built on an ancient stadium, lined with fountains, palaces, and lively street life. A classic area for strolling and people-watching.
Atmospheric neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and busy evening streets. Popular with visitors but still one of Rome’s most characteristic areas.
Famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna and Trinità dei Monti. A highly photographed landmark and social-media favorite.
A classic Roman pasta with pecorino Romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and a benchmark of Roman cooking.
Traditional Roman pasta made with guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino Romano, and black pepper. It is famous for its rich sauce without cream.
A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino Romano, closely tied to Rome’s culinary identity and served with bucatini or rigatoni.
Rome’s most famous fine-dining restaurant, offering elegant tasting menus, panoramic views, and one of the city’s most prestigious dining experiences.
A historic trattoria near the Pantheon, famous for traditional Roman dishes such as gricia, amatriciana, and seasonal specialties.
A celebrated central Rome venue known for classic Roman pasta, exceptional cured meats, and a refined but lively atmosphere.
Rome is moderate by Western Europe standards: sights are affordable, but central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes and 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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