The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
11 h 9 m
Average duration
12 h 27 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18251+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 723
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 727
Regionale Veloce 4085+
Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 12953
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+
InterCityNotte 1959Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
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$132 Average price | $110 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest |
12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 44m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | 11:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h29 | 4:09 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 727 | 4:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h40 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+ Intercity 723 | 5:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h09 | 4:09 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 9:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h11 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4085+ Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h18 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 5:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h52 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 5:48 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h45 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h18 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 11h 9m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average train duration 12h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 9m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Catania Centrale from $21 (€17). 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
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