The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
11 h 21 m
Average duration
12 h
Trains per day
10
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania 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 will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18251+
InterCityNotte 879+
Intercity 723
8923 · 2125
9951 · 2125
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9591+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
9951 · 2125
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 12951
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€101 Average price | €127 Average price | €93 Average price Cheapest |
11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration 17h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 879+ Intercity 723 | 11:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h46 | 5:26 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
Intercity 581 · Intercity 551 · Intercity 727 | 4:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h59 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+ Intercity 723 | 5:00 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h26 | 5:26 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9591+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Intercity 723 | On time 6:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h21 | 5:26 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 9:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h30 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923 · 2125 | On time 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h37 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
9951 · 2125 | 5:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h22 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 6:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h26 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12951 | 6:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h23 | 6:37 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h58 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 12h 22m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average train duration 10h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 12h 22m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 17:43 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Catania from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity Notte
Italo
Intercity
Frecciarossa
Frecciargento
FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Catania
- 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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