How to travel from Reggio Calabria to Catania

There are 3 options to travel between Reggio Calabria and Catania including taking a train, ferry, and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Reggio Calabria to Catania is a ferry with an average price of $4.

This is compared to other travel options from Reggio Calabria to Catania:

A ferry is $14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reggio Calabria to Catania costing on average $18.

A ferry is $40 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reggio Calabria to Catania costing on average $44.

The fastest way to travel from Reggio Calabria to Catania is by ferry with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Catania take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 5m.

Train takes on average 3h 6m.

The distance from Reggio Calabria to Catania is approximately 52 miles (84 km).

The average frequency per day from Reggio Calabria to Catania is:

• Around 16 ferries per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Reggio Calabria to Catania:

• Trains mostly depart from Reggio Di Calabria Centrale and arrive in Catania Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Villa San Giovanni, Stazione F.S. and arrive in Catania, Via D'Amico.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Reggio Calabria and arrive in Port of Messina.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Reggio Calabria to Catania, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Intercity, Regionale to go to Catania by train.
• Travel with Itabus, BlaBlaCar to go to Catania by bus.
• Travel with Liberty Lines to go to Catania by ferry.

Yes, there are direct services available from Reggio Calabria to Catania with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct buses per day with Itabus, BlaBlaCar.
• 14 direct ferries per day with Liberty Lines.

Omio customers who travel from Reggio Calabria 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.