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Palazzo Corvaja
A medieval palace with Arab-Norman and Gothic elements, used for exhibitions and civic cultural events in Taormina. Worth visiting for its architecture and historic importance in the old town.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
It's difficult to get from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini without transferring at least once.
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA274 · Regionale 5390
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA210 · Regionale 12982
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA110 · Regionale 12956
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA246 · Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA226 · Regionale 5386
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA274 · Regionale 5390
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA226 · Regionale 5386
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA246 · Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA208 · Regionale 5384
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA136 · Regionale 5380Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Taormina-Giardini take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 13m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€2). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 48m 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 Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini trains for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA110 · Regionale 12958 | 5:31 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h16 | 6:47 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA114 · Regionale 5396 | 5:51 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h09 | 7:00 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA116 · Regionale 12960 | 6:01 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h14 | 7:15 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA124 · Regionale 5502 · Regionale 21510 | 6:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h45 | 8:26 AM Taormina-Giardini | 2 transfers | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA136 · Regionale 5380 | 7:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h06 | 8:47 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA148 · Regionale 12966 | 8:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h31 | 10:12 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA160 · Regionale 5382 | 9:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h21 | 11:02 AM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA164 · Regionale Veloce 5506 · Regionale 12970 | 10:01 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h44 | 11:45 AM Taormina-Giardini | 2 transfers | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA186 · Regionale 12976 | 11:51 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h33 | 1:24 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA188 · Regionale Veloce 5508 · Regionale 12978 | 12:01 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h49 | 1:50 PM Taormina-Giardini | 2 transfers | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA208 · Regionale 5384 | 1:41 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h06 | 2:47 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA210 · Regionale 12982 | 1:51 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h30 | 3:21 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA226 · Regionale 5386 | 3:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h01 | 4:12 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA246 · Regionale 5516 · Regionale 5378 | 4:51 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h06 | 5:57 PM Taormina-Giardini | 2 transfers | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA254 · Regionale 12994 | 5:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h18 | 6:49 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA262 · Regionale 5372 | 6:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h07 | 7:18 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA274 · Regionale 5390 | 7:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 0h59 | 8:10 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA286 · Regionale 12948 | 8:11 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h29 | 9:40 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA294 · Regionale 5392 | 8:51 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h19 | 10:10 PM Taormina-Giardini | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA100 · treno 12954 effettuato con bus PA686 · Regionale 12954 | 4:41 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 1h46 | 6:27 AM Taormina-Giardini | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Taormina-Giardini run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 6:41 AM |
Last train 7:51 PM |
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A medieval palace with Arab-Norman and Gothic elements, used for exhibitions and civic cultural events in Taormina. Worth visiting for its architecture and historic importance in the old town.
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A historic villa-museum and artists' house associated with writers and painters who stayed in Taormina. It is a local favorite for its intimate atmosphere, gardens, and cultural heritage.
Taormina's main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and viewpoints. It is the essential walk through the old town and the center of daily visitor life.
The most famous square in Taormina, celebrated for its terrace views, checkerboard paving, and postcard-worthy outlook over the coast and Mount Etna.
A public garden with exotic plants, decorative follies, and superb sea views. It is one of the most relaxing and photogenic places in town.
Classic Sicilian pasta with tomato sauce, fried eggplant, ricotta salata, and basil. It is one of the island's signature dishes and widely loved around Taormina.
Fried rice balls stuffed with ragù, cheese, or butter. These are iconic Sicilian street snacks found across Taormina and Giardini Naxos.
Swordfish rolls filled with breadcrumbs, herbs, and often pine nuts or raisins. A hallmark of the Messina coast and very typical in this area.
Respected Taormina venue with refined Sicilian dishes, strong wine focus, and a charming terrace setting suited to a leisurely dinner.
Established Taormina restaurant known for grilled seafood, Sicilian classics, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere near the center.
Well-known traditional trattoria in Taormina, appreciated for local seafood, pasta, and dependable Sicilian home-style cooking.
Prices are above average for Sicily, especially in Taormina. Giardini Naxos is usually a bit cheaper for meals and stays.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxis.
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