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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
11 h 11 m
Average duration
13 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
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 $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale without transferring at least once.
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 7275:45 AM15h40Florence Santa Maria Novella9:25 PMCatania Centrale$1431One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 72710:14 AM11h11Florence Santa Maria Novella9:25 PMCatania Centrale$1591One-way1 transfer- FRECCIAROSSA 9437+
Regionale 5385+
InterCityNotte 19599:48 PM12h49Florence Santa Maria Novella10:37 AMCatania Centrale$1871One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 72710:14 AM11h11Florence Santa Maria Novella9:25 PMCatania Centrale$1591One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9437+Regionale 5385+InterCityNotte 19599:48 PM12h49Florence Santa Maria Novella10:37 AMCatania Centrale$1871One-way2 transfers
- Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 7275:45 AM15h40Florence Santa Maria Novella9:25 PMCatania Centrale$1431One-way2 transfers
Travel 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $86.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$138 Average price | $74 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 58m Average total duration 13h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale:
A bus is $9 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale costing on average $74.
A bus is $74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale costing on average $138.
Other travel options to Catania Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 6m.
Bus takes on average 13h 28m.
Tickets start at around $138 compared to roughly $70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-68.80. The journey takes 12h 6m versus 10h 28m 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
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, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h18 | 9:32 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 10:13 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h31 | 2:44 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h29 | 3:09 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h29 | 4:09 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 727 | 5:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h40 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9519+Intercity 727 | 10:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h11 | 9:25 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:45, 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 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 9m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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. 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.
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Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale
Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania Centrale trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Enna station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Catania Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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