The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
18 h 27 m
Average duration
21 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
919 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 5 trains that leave Venice Marco Polo Airport for Catania on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 919 km distance in an average of 21 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 27 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 12 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.
10:00 AM25h12Venice Marco Polo Airport11:12 AMCatania$1591One-way0 transfers
1:53 PM20h39Venice Marco Polo Airport10:32 AMCatania$1591One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM20h46Venice Marco Polo Airport5:26 PMCatania$1701One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM20h32Venice Marco Polo Airport10:12 AMCatania$1991One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM18h27Venice Marco Polo Airport11:12 AMCatania$2711One-way0 transfers
4:45 PM18h27Venice Marco Polo Airport11:12 AMCatania$2711One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM20h32Venice Marco Polo Airport10:12 AMCatania$1991One-way0 transfers
1:53 PM20h39Venice Marco Polo Airport10:32 AMCatania$1591One-way0 transfers
8:40 PM20h46Venice Marco Polo Airport5:26 PMCatania$1701One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM25h12Venice Marco Polo Airport11:12 AMCatania$1591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $139.
Distance: 571 miles (919 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $316 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 42m Average total duration 18h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 38m Average total duration 20h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania:
A flight is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania costing on average $121 (€97).
A flight is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania costing on average $170 (€136).
Other travel options to Catania take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 12m.
Bus takes on average 20h 8m.
Tickets start at around $170 (€136) compared to roughly $316 (€252) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $145 (€116). The journey takes 18h 12m versus 13h 32m 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
Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 25h12 | 11:12 AM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 20h46 | 5:26 PM Catania | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania
Trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $139 (€111) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:00, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 571 miles (919 km) distance in 16h 25m.
Distance 571 miles (919 km) |
Average train duration 18h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $139 (€111) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 16h 25m |
First train 10:00 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Marco Polo Airport 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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