The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania to Formia
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
8 h 28 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Formia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Formia will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 2 trains that leave Catania for Formia on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 47 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.
8:52 AM8h28Catania5:20 PMFormia$1161One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM8h47Catania8:20 PMFormia$1161One-way0 transfers
8:52 AM8h28Catania5:20 PMFormia$1161One-way0 transfers
11:33 AM8h47Catania8:20 PMFormia$1161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Catania to Formia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania to Formia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Formia:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Catania to Formia costing on average $97 (€79).
Other travel options to Formia take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 6m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-41.52 (€-33.98). The journey takes 9h 6m versus 7h 50m 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
Catania to Formia train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Formia trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 AM Catania | 8h28 | 5:20 PM Formia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:33 AM Catania | 8h47 | 8:20 PM Formia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania to Formia
Trains from Catania to Formia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:12, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 1:12 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Catania to Formia trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Catania and Formia from $23 (€19). 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 Catania to Formia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Formia 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 Formia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Catania to Formia
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Appia
- Ristorante La Ciociara
- Trattoria La Lanterna
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Grande Albergo Miramare
- Hotel Bajamar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available to Gaeta and nearby towns
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