Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
9 h 24 m
Average duration
10 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Catania will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 4 trains that leave Rome for Catania on Fri, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 537 km distance in an average of 10 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 24 m .
On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 12 h 8 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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €223 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
12h 21m Average duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:24 PM Rome Termini | 11h48 | 9:12 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Friday, June 20 | |||||
![]() ![]() | On time 10:00 AM Rome Termini | 9h24 | 7:24 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:26 PM Rome Termini | 12h08 | 6:34 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() ![]() ![]() | 7:53 PM Rome Termini | 10h37 | 6:30 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
![]() ![]() | 7:53 PM Rome Termini | 10h41 | 6:34 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer |
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Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 11h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 13m |
First train 06:26 |
Last train 22:59 |
Intercity, Intercity Notte and Italo trains will get you from Rome to Catania from $64 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Intercity from Rome to Catania train information:
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