The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Catania
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
11 h 21 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
80
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence 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 to Catania will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
Of the 80 trains that leave Florence for Catania on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 768 km distance in an average of 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 21 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 12 h 16 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.
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Intercity 727Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 477 miles (768 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€113 Average price | €125 Average price | €56 Average price Cheapest |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 14h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Catania trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8915+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 6:24 PM 3:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 15h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 6:24 PM 3:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 19h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 6:24 PM 3:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 15h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 6:52 PM 5:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 17h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 6:52 PM 5:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 13h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8923 · 2125 | Delayed 6:52 PM 5:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 12h37 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 6:52 PM 5:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 13h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | Delayed 6:05 PM 5:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 12h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 6:05 PM 5:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 17h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951 · 2125 | Delayed 6:05 PM 5:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 12h22 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | Delayed 6:05 PM 5:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 12h50 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
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 12953 | 6:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h19 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8925+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 6:36 PM 6:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 16h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9955+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 6:46 PM 6:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 16h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8967+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 7:13 PM 7:03 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 16h09 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8927+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 7:56 PM 7:28 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 15h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | Delayed 7:45 PM 7:43 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 15h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h58 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 11:53 PM Florence Campo di Marte | 13h43 | 1:36 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
9907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 6:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h01 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9907+ Intercity 727 | On time 6:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h01 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 7:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h01 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8111+ Intercity 727 | On time 7:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h01 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8951+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 8:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h41 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8951+ Intercity 727 | On time 8:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h41 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 8:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h16 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8903+ Intercity 727 | On time 8:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h16 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9917+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 8:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h01 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8953+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 9:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h41 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 9:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 11h30 | 8:44 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 9:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | On time 10:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h05 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8907+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | On time 10:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h50 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8902+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | On time 11:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h05 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | On time 11:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h50 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:43 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | On time 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h05 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 12:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 22h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8929+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 1:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 21h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 2:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 2:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 2:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 16h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9939+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 2:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8959+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 3:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h37 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 3:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 20h09 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 3:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h37 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8915+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 3:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 15h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8143+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8143+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8143+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 19h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8919+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 14h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 4:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 4:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 4:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 4:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8963+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h37 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 5:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 18h09 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:03 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h37 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h44 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8923 · 2125 | On time 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h37 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 13h12 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 5:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h57 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 17h29 | 11:12 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951 · 2125 | 5:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h22 | 6:05 AM Catania | 1 transfer | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 5:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 12h50 | 6:33 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Catania
Distance 477 miles (768 km) |
Average train duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€87) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 30m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:26 |
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Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Florence to Catania start from as low as $106 (€87) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $139 (€113) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Florence to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Catania from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence 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
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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