- 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
$211
Average price
$234
Fastest journey
23 h 16 m
Average duration
23 h 28 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
954 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Catania will cost around $234 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $211.
It's difficult to get from Nice to Catania without transferring at least 3 times.
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Regionale Veloce 3019+
Intercity 511+
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Intercity 511+
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Regionale Veloce 3361+
Intercity 511+
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Regionale Veloce 3361+
Intercity 511+
InterCityNotte 1959
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Regionale Veloce 3361+
Intercity 511+
InterCityNotte 1955
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Regionale Veloce 3371+
Intercity 635+
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Regionale Veloce 3371+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
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Regionale Veloce 3371+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 4058
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Intercity 631 · Intercity 511+
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FRECCIABIANCA 8613Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 592 miles (954 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $234 Average price | $154 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 4m Average total duration 21h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 5m Average total duration 20h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nice to Catania:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nice to Catania costing on average $166 (€135).
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nice to Catania costing on average $234 (€192).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 35m.
Train takes on average 21h 34m.
Tickets start at around $166 (€135) compared to roughly $184 (€150) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 21h 34m versus 15h 50m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Catania trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86003+ Regionale Veloce 3361+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:53 AM Nice-Ville | 25h47 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86003+ Regionale Veloce 3361+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 5:53 AM Nice-Ville | 28h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86003+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 5:53 AM Nice-Ville | 25h47 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86005+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 6:53 AM Nice-Ville | 24h47 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86005+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 6:53 AM Nice-Ville | 27h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86005+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 6:53 AM Nice-Ville | 27h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86007+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 7:22 AM Nice-Ville | 26h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86007+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 7:22 AM Nice-Ville | 26h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86007+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 7:22 AM Nice-Ville | 24h18 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86009+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 7:54 AM Nice-Ville | 26h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86009+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 7:54 AM Nice-Ville | 23h46 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86009+ Intercity 631+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 7:54 AM Nice-Ville | 26h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:22 AM Nice-Ville | 25h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:22 AM Nice-Ville | 25h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86013+ Regionale Veloce 3365+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:22 AM Nice-Ville | 25h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:53 AM Nice-Ville | 25h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:53 AM Nice-Ville | 25h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86015+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 8:53 AM Nice-Ville | 25h17 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:23 AM Nice-Ville | 24h47 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:23 AM Nice-Ville | 24h47 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86017+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:23 AM Nice-Ville | 24h47 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:54 AM Nice-Ville | 24h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:54 AM Nice-Ville | 24h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:54 AM Nice-Ville | 24h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 10:22 AM Nice-Ville | 23h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3367+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 10:22 AM Nice-Ville | 23h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 10:22 AM Nice-Ville | 23h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 10:54 AM Nice-Ville | 23h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 5 transfers | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 10:54 AM Nice-Ville | 23h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 9663 | 10:54 AM Nice-Ville | 23h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 11:22 AM Nice-Ville | 22h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 11:22 AM Nice-Ville | 22h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 5 transfers | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 9663 | 11:22 AM Nice-Ville | 22h48 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
86029+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 9663 | 11:54 AM Nice-Ville | 22h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 4 transfers | |
86029+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 11:54 AM Nice-Ville | 22h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 5 transfers | |
86029+ Regionale Veloce 3371+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 11:54 AM Nice-Ville | 22h16 | 10:10 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
86093+ Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 505+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:23 AM Nice-Ville | 31h17 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86093+ Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:23 AM Nice-Ville | 31h17 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86093+ Regionale Veloce 3361+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:23 AM Nice-Ville | 31h17 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86097+ Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 1:24 AM Nice-Ville | 30h16 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86097+ Regionale Veloce 3361+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 1:24 AM Nice-Ville | 30h16 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
86097+ Regionale Veloce 3019+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Intercity 505 | 1:24 AM Nice-Ville | 30h16 | 7:40 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Nice to Catania run on average 4 times per day, taking around 21h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $80 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 592 miles (954 km) distance in 20h 22m.
Distance 592 miles (954 km) |
Average train duration 21h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 20h 22m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 10:58 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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Catania Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais), Catania -> Catania Centrale, Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.

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