The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 7 buses that leave Catania Fontanarossa Airport for Palermo on Thu, Jul 16, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
7:35 AM2h25Catania Fontanarossa Airport10:00 AMPalermo€121One-way0 transfers
12:50 PM3h05Catania Fontanarossa Airport3:55 PMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
7:15 AM2h45Catania Fontanarossa Airport10:00 AMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
10:45 AM2h30Catania Fontanarossa Airport1:15 PMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
1:05 PM2h50Catania Fontanarossa Airport3:55 PMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM2h25Catania Fontanarossa Airport10:00 AMPalermo€121One-way0 transfers
10:45 AM2h30Catania Fontanarossa Airport1:15 PMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM2h30Catania Fontanarossa Airport4:40 PMPalermo€151One-way0 transfers
5:10 PM2h40Catania Fontanarossa Airport7:50 PMPalermo€141One-way0 transfers
7:15 AM2h45Catania Fontanarossa Airport10:00 AMPalermo€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 166 km
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price | €57 Average price |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8884 | 11:10 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 1:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8884 | 11:10 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 1:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8887 | 12:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 2:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8887 | 12:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 2:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8888 | 1:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 3:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8888 | 1:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 3:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA206 · Regionale 5511 · treno 5511 effettuato con bus PA329 | 1:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3h27 | 4:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
AGGIUNTA44 | 2:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 4:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
AGGIUNTA44 | 2:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 4:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
adeguamento 6 | 3:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 5:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
adeguamento 6 | 3:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 5:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA230 · Regionale 5513 · treno 5513 effettuato con bus PA331 | 3:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3h27 | 6:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
60017 | 3:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 6:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
60017 | 3:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 6:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8881 | 4:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 6:35 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8881 | 4:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 6:40 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8889 | 5:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 7:40 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8889 | 5:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h35 | 7:45 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FONTANAROSSA AIRLINK PA254 · Regionale 5519 · treno 5519 effettuato con bus PA333 | 5:31 PM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 3h27 | 8:58 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
AGG-166 | 6:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 8:40 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
AGG-166 | 6:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h35 | 8:45 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8894 | 7:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h35 | 9:45 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8894 | 7:10 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h40 | 9:50 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8893 | 8:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 11:05 PM Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 transfersDirect | |
8893 | 8:40 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 11:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2h45 | 10:00 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Catania Fontanarossa Airport | 2h25 | 10:00 AM Palermo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Buses from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 17:10. The fastest bus covers the 166 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 5:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, Infobus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Azienda Siciliana Trasporti from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo with Sais Regional, Infobus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Azienda Siciliana Trasporti for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania Fontanarossa Airport to Palermo by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sais Regional
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sais Regional
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sais Regional
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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