4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Palermo to Catania
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palermo to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Catania will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Palermo for Catania on Sat, Jan 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Palermo to Catania
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a ferry costs an average of €55.
Distance: 166 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Ferry |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price | €55 Average price |
3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Catania buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:15 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h55 | 5:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:10 PM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 2h45 | 6:55 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| FlixBus | 10:10 AM Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 3h00 | 1:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Catania
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Buses from Palermo to Catania run on average 74 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 72 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:09, the last at 20:40. The fastest bus covers the 166 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 74 |
Direct buses 72 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 04:09 |
Last bus 20:40 |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sais Autolinee from Palermo to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Catania with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Sais Autolinee for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Palermo to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Catania 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 Catania, 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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