How to Travel from
Catania to Palermo
by Rideshare, Route or Car
Four ways to Travel from Catania to Palermo
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (206 km)
2 h 17 min
206 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 17 min
206 km.
from $7.84
Bus
4 h 52 min
134 km.
Train
6 h 13 min
134 km.
from $92.91
Navigate from Catania to Palermo
Continue onto Via Beato Cardinale Giuseppe Benedetto Dusmet
158 m
Turn right onto Via Plebiscito
1 km 236 m
Turn left onto Via Giuseppe Garibaldi
167 m
Turn right
247 m
Turn right
1 km 570 m
Turn left onto Via Fossa della Creta
48 m
Turn slight right
1 km 663 m
Turn left onto Strada San Teodoro
214 m
Turn sharp left
3 km 534 m
Keep left onto Viale Papa Giovanni Paolo Secondo
198 km 238 m
Keep right
1 km 980 m
Keep right
259 m
Keep left
216 m
Turn right onto Via Oreto
1 km 173 m
Turn right
94 m
Turn right
27 m
Turn left
63 m
Turn left
51 m
Keep right
1 km 653 m
Turn left onto Via Genova
47 m
Turn right onto Via degli Schioppettieri
1 km 572 m
Turn left onto Via Montevergini
102 m
Turn left onto Piazza Montevergini
24 m
Turn left onto Via San Biagio
84 m
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
Airlines
Ryanair
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$49.55–$609.81
easyJet
Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.04–$444.65
Volotea
Website:
volotea.com
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$49.55–$609.81
TUI fly Belgium
Website:
tuifly.be/
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$49.55–$609.81
DAT Danish Air Transport
Website:
dat.dk/
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.16–$355.72
Voyage Air
Website:
voyageair.bg/
Plane from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$26.68–$279.49
Train operators
Trenitalia
Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Catania Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.62–$21.60
Train from Messina Centrale to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.25–$49.55
Train from Dittaino to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.70–$40.65
Train from Messina Centrale to Termini
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$36.96
Trenitalia Intercity
Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Catania Centrale to Messina
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$12.70
Train from Messina Centrale to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.79–$24.14
Train from Messina Centrale to Termini
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Catania to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.14
Bus operators
SAIS Autolinee
Bus from Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$20.33
Bus from Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino to Palermo
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.97–$20.33
Azienda Siciliana Trasporti
Bus from Palermo to Vicari
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Catania to Palermo?
The cheapest way to get from Catania to Palermo is to rideshare which costs $11.24 and takes 2h 47m.
What is the fastest way to get from Catania to Palermo?
The fastest way to get from Catania to Palermo is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .
Is there a direct bus between Catania and Palermo?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena and arriving at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.
Is there a direct train between Catania and Palermo?
No, there is no direct train from Catania to Palermo. However, there are services departing from Catania Centrale and arriving at Palermo Centrale via Messina Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
How far is it from Catania to Palermo?
The distance between Catania and Palermo is 206 km. The road distance is 210.3 km.
How do I travel from Catania to Palermo without a car?
The best way to get from Catania to Palermo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .
How long does it take to get from Catania to Palermo?
The bus from Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena to Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Catania to Palermo bus from?
Catania to Palermo bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, depart from Catania Via S. Giuseppe Alla Rena station.
Where do I catch the Catania to Palermo train from?
Catania to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Catania Centrale station.
Train or bus from Catania to Palermo?
The best way to get from Catania to Palermo is to bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 16m.
Where does the Catania to Palermo bus arrive?
Catania to Palermo bus services, operated by SAIS Autolinee, arrive at Palermo Via Tommaso Fazello station.
Where does the Catania to Palermo train arrive?
Catania to Palermo train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Messina Centrale station.
Can I drive from Catania to Palermo?
Yes, the driving distance between Catania to Palermo is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Catania to Palermo.
How do I get a train ticket from Catania to Palermo?
Book your Catania to Palermo train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Catania to Palermo?
Book your Catania to Palermo bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.
Where can I stay near Palermo?
There are 5267+ hotels available in Palermo. Prices start at $36.22 per night.
Can I share a ride from Catania to Palermo?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Catania and Palermo. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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