The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€18
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 25 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo Notarbartolo 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 Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
It's difficult to get from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale without transferring at least once.
7:03 AM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo10:28 AMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
3:03 PM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo6:28 PMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
5:03 PM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo8:28 PMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
7:03 AM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo10:28 AMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
3:03 PM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo6:28 PMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
5:03 PM3h25Palermo Notarbartolo8:28 PMCatania Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a flight costs an average of €463.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €56 Average price | €463 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale costing on average €21.
A bus is €42 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale costing on average €56.
A bus is €449 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale costing on average €463.
Other travel options to Catania Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 39m.
Train takes on average 3h 55m.
Ferry takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €14. The journey takes 3h 55m versus 2h 31m 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
Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Palermo Notarbartolo | 3h28 | 12:28 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Palermo Notarbartolo | 3h25 | 4:28 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Palermo Notarbartolo | 3h28 | 6:28 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Palermo Notarbartolo | 3h28 | 8:28 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale
Trains from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 15:59, the last at 15:59. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 3:59 PM |
Last train 3:59 PM |
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Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo Notarbartolo and Catania Centrale from €11. 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 Palermo Notarbartolo to Catania Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Notarbartolo 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.




