How to travel from Piacenza to Catania

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Piacenza to Catania

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Piacenza to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €216.

Distance: 591 miles (952 km)

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€216

Average price

€27

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€108

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€259

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4h 20m

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2h 20m

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15h 57m

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15h 27m

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30m

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20h 15m

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19h 45m

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30m

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13h 9m

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2.9 - 5.7kg

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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1.0 - 2.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Piacenza to Catania is a train with an average price of €27.

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

A train is €80 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Piacenza to Catania costing on average €108.

A train is €188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Piacenza to Catania costing on average €216.

The fastest way to travel from Piacenza to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 57m.

Bus takes on average 20h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Piacenza and Catania including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Piacenza to Catania among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €108 compared to roughly €259 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €152. The journey takes 19h 45m versus 13h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Piacenza to Catania

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46463
    8:55 AM2h00
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    10:55 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46463
    8:55 AM2h00
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    10:55 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 3749
    8:05 AM1h40
    Bologna Airport
    9:45 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 1963
    9:07 PM17h53
    Piacenza station
    3:00 PMCatania Centrale
    €1131One-way
    0 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 613+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9325+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 1955
    4:08 PM15h39
    Piacenza station
    7:47 AMCatania Centrale
    €1821One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 AM21h00
    Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta)
    9:10 PMCatania, Via D'Amico
    €641One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:25 AM25h30
    Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta)
    7:55 AMCatania, Via D'Amico
    €711One-way
    2 transfers
  • Wizz Air MaltaW46508
    8:20 AM1h45
    Bologna Airport
    10:05 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €511One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 6175
    4:10 PM1h50
    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    6:00 PMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 2179
    9:25 AM2h00
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    11:25 AMCatania Fontanarossa Airport
    €591One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Piacenza 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 Piacenza to Catania.

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There are 3 options to travel between Piacenza and Catania including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Piacenza to Catania is a train with an average price of €27.

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

A train is €80 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Piacenza to Catania costing on average €108.

A train is €188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Piacenza to Catania costing on average €216.

The fastest way to travel from Piacenza to Catania is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 57m.

Bus takes on average 20h 15m.

The distance from Piacenza to Catania is approximately 591 miles (952 km).
The average frequency per day from Piacenza to Catania is:
  • Around 45 trains per day.
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Piacenza to Catania:
  • Trains mostly depart from Piacenza station and arrive in Catania Centrale.
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) and arrive in Catania, Via D'Amico.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Piacenza to Catania, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus to go to Catania by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Catania by train.
  • Travel with Aeroitalia, CitizenPlane, Neos Air, KM Malta Airlines, Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair, Luxair, easyJet to go to Catania by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Piacenza to Catania:
  • 16 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Neos Air, Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Piacenza to Catania often also extend their vacation to go to Palermo, Taormina, Rome, Milan, Syracuse. 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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