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Paolo Orsi Regional Archaeological Museum
Leading archaeology museum with superb Greek and Roman finds, essential for understanding ancient Syracuse and eastern Sicily.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Syracuse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$12 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Syracuse:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Syracuse costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Syracuse take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
The table below shows live departures for Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Syracuse trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA224 · Regionale Veloce 5395 | 3:01 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h09 | 4:10 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA224 · Regionale Veloce 5395 · Regionale 21789 | 3:01 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2h08 | 5:09 PM Targia | 2 transfers | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA244 · Regionale 5399 | 4:41 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h25 | 6:06 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA266 · Regionale Veloce 5397 | 6:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h29 | 8:00 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA286 · Regionale 12989 | 8:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h21 | 9:32 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA294 · Regionale 5521 | 8:51 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h13 | 10:04 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA310 · Regionale 22117 | 10:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h19 | 11:30 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA116 · Regionale 21781 | 6:01 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h32 | 7:33 AM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA122 · Regionale 5381 | 6:31 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h27 | 7:58 AM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA130 · Regionale 5697 | 7:11 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h32 | 8:43 AM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA150 · Regionale Veloce 5383 | 8:51 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h14 | 10:05 AM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA172 · Regionale 5507 | 10:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 12:11 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA194 · Regionale Veloce 5391 | 12:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h34 | 2:05 PM Syracuse station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Syracuse run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 6:41 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
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Leading archaeology museum with superb Greek and Roman finds, essential for understanding ancient Syracuse and eastern Sicily.
Gallery inside Palazzo Bellomo showing medieval and Baroque art, including Antonello da Messina's celebrated Annunciation.
Interactive science museum focused on Archimedes and Leonardo, engaging for families and visitors curious about inventions.
Syracuse's historic island center, packed with Baroque lanes, seafront walks, ancient ruins, and a vibrant local atmosphere.
Grand limestone square framed by the cathedral and palaces, one of Sicily's most elegant and memorable urban spaces.
Freshwater spring beside the sea linked to myth, famous for papyrus plants and its central place in Ortigia legends.
Pasta with fresh tomato sauce, fried eggplant, ricotta salata and basil. A classic Sicilian dish tied to nearby Catania and widely loved in Syracuse.
Rice balls stuffed with ragù, cheese or butter, then breaded and fried. A staple Sicilian street food eaten across Syracuse.
Small fried fish, often anchovies or whitebait, served simply with lemon. It reflects Syracuse's strong seafood tradition and daily catch.
Refined Michelin-starred dining on Ortigia with creative Sicilian tasting menus, elegant service and a romantic historic setting.
Historic market stop famous for sandwiches, charcuterie, cheese and quick Sicilian bites amid the bustling Ortigia food market.
Well-known Ortigia seafood restaurant serving local fish, pasta and Sicilian classics in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Sicily. Dining and hotels are often cheaper than Rome or Milan, while summer stays in Ortigia and tourist dining can raise costs. Local buses are low cost.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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