4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Catania
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Catania will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 10 buses that leave Rome for Catania on Thu, Dec 11, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 537 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
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Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 537 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€58 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €93 Average price |
11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Catania buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 7:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h15 | 8:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2125 | 6:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h55 | 6:25 AM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2125 | 6:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h35 | 6:05 AM Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h10 | 12:40 PM Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Rome to Catania
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Buses from Rome to Catania run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 537 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 537 km |
Average bus duration 10h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Rome to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Catania with Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.
When departing from Rome, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rome, Termini (G), Rome, Roma Ostiense and Rome, Termini. When arriving in Catania, you can end your trip in coach stations like Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria), Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) and Catania, Autostazione.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rome, Termini (G), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Catania, Partenze - Terminal A (Sfizio Pizzeria Rusticheria Gelateria), located 3.2 miles (5.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Catania
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
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