How to travel from Ancona to Catania

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ancona to Catania

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr679 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr679, while a flight costs an average of kr869.

Distance: 429 miles (691 km)

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kr869

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kr679

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kr835

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kr1343

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3h 44m

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14h 49m

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14h 19m

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15h 8m

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14h 38m

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10h 30m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Catania is a bus with an average price of kr679.

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Catania:

A bus is kr157 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Catania costing on average kr835.

A bus is kr191 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Catania costing on average kr869.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 49m.

Train takes on average 15h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ancona and Catania including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Ancona to Catania among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 8h 46m sooner (1h 44m by flight vs 10h 30m by car) and save roughly kr474 compared to fuel and tolls (kr869 vs kr1343). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Ancona to Catania

How to get from Ancona to Catania by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Ancona to Catania is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • IntercityIntercity 533 · Intercity 727
    5:50 AM15h35
    Ancona station
    9:25 PMCatania Centrale
    kr3961One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • IntercityIntercity 533 · Intercity 727
    5:50 AM15h35
    Ancona station
    9:25 PMCatania Centrale
    kr3961One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4151+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9503+IntercityIntercity 723
    3:33 AM13h36
    Ancona station
    5:09 PMCatania Centrale
    kr7831One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3932+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 770+IntercityIntercity 723
    8:45 PM20h24
    Ancona station
    5:09 PMCatania Centrale
    kr7351One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9613+IntercityIntercity 727
    7:20 AM14h05
    Ancona station
    9:25 PMCatania Centrale
    kr11681One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:45 PM17h10
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico
    kr4691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:15 AM19h05
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    7:20 PMCatania, Via D'Amico
    kr5011One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:25 AM20h45
    Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681
    9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico
    kr5331One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ancona to Catania

Travel to Catania easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ancona to Catania.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ancona and Catania including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ancona to Catania is a bus with an average price of kr679.

This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Catania:

A bus is kr157 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Catania costing on average kr835.

A bus is kr191 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ancona to Catania costing on average kr869.

The fastest way to travel from Ancona to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 44m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 49m.

Train takes on average 15h 8m.

The distance from Ancona to Catania is approximately 429 miles (691 km).
The average frequency per day from Ancona to Catania is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ancona and Catania as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ancona to Catania:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ancona Marche Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ancona station and arrive in Catania Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 and arrive in Catania, Via D'Amico.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ancona to Catania, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Catania by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale to go to Catania by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Malta Air, Aeroitalia, Ryanair to go to Catania by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ancona to Catania with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Ancona to Catania often also extend their vacation to go to Taormina, Palermo, Syracuse, Milan, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Catania and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Catania to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Catania, visitors can explore Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, with guided tours and hiking trails. Experience the vibrant atmosphere at La Pescheria, the daily fish market offering fresh seafood and local delicacies. Relax at Giardino Bellini, Catania's oldest urban park with beautiful gardens. Visit Aci Castello, a picturesque coastal town featuring a medieval castle overlooking the sea. Enjoy Catania's Street Food Tour, savoring traditional Sicilian dishes. Key sights include Piazza del Duomo with the Elephant Fountain and Cathedral of Sant'Agata, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Castello Ursino, Via Etnea for shopping, and the Monastero dei Benedettini, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Three to four days in Catania allows you to explore the city’s historical sites, enjoy its vibrant markets, and take day trips to nearby attractions like Mount Etna and the stunning coastline.

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