- Must visit
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mascali to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mascali to Catania will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 28 trains that leave Mascali for Catania on Mon, Jun 22, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
Regionale 12965
Regionale 12963
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Regionale 12959
Regionale 12975
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Regionale 12963
Regionale 12959Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mascali to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mascali to Catania:
A train is $1 (€0.87) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mascali to Catania costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
The journey is about 13m faster (36m by train vs 49m by car) and roughly $4 (€3) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $9 (€7)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Mascali to Catania trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:06 AM Mascali | 0h22 | 11:28 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Mascali | 0h22 | 11:42 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:06 PM Mascali | 0h22 | 12:28 PM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
Regionale 21781 | 5:27 AM Mascali station | 0h34 | 6:01 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5697 | 6:35 AM Mascali station | 0h37 | 7:12 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12953 | 6:54 AM Mascali station | 0h39 | 7:33 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12953 | 6:54 AM Mascali station | 0h23 | 7:17 AM Catania Ognina | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12959 | 7:24 AM Mascali station | 0h38 | 8:02 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12959 | 7:24 AM Mascali station | 0h28 | 7:52 AM Catania Ognina | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale FCE03 · Regionale 5383 | 7:30 AM Ferrovia Circumetnea Mascali | 1h16 | 8:46 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12963 | 9:10 AM Mascali station | 0h28 | 9:38 AM Catania Ognina | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12963 | 9:10 AM Mascali station | 0h41 | 9:51 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mascali to Catania run on average 20 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
City museum inside the 13th-century Castello Ursino, with archaeological finds, sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts linked to Catania’s history.
Large museum on the Allied landings in Sicily, known for immersive displays, wartime reconstructions, and strong historical context.
Museum beside the cathedral with religious art, silverwork, manuscripts, and access to terraces overlooking Piazza del Duomo.
The city’s main square, surrounded by Baroque architecture and anchored by the cathedral and Elephant Fountain.
Catania’s principal shopping and walking street, lined with historic buildings and long views toward Mount Etna.
Historic fish market area beside Piazza del Duomo, famous for its lively atmosphere, photogenic scenes, and local character.
Catania’s signature pasta with fried eggplant, tomato sauce, salted ricotta, and basil, named in honor of Bellini’s opera Norma.
Stuffed fried rice balls, often filled with ragù, butter, or pistachio, and a beloved everyday Sicilian street food.
A sweet-and-sour eggplant dish with tomato, celery, olives, and capers, served as a classic Sicilian antipasto or side.
Established Sicilian restaurant with refined regional cooking, strong wine selection, and an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere.
Iconic pastry shop and café famous for arancini, granita, cassata, and other classic Catanese and Sicilian specialties.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving hearty Sicilian specialties, pasta, and local fish in a warm, rustic setting.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: casual food is affordable, while central hotels and seafood restaurants cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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