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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania to Palermo
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania 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 to Palermo will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Catania for Palermo on Sun, Feb 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 22 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Feb 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 20 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.
Regionale Veloce 5503Regionale Veloce 5513Regionale Veloce 5519Regionale 5382 · treno 22092 effettuato con bus PA652 · Regionale 5365
BUS LP724+Regionale 5365Regionale Veloce 5503Regionale Veloce 5513Regionale Veloce 5519Regionale 5382 · treno 22092 effettuato con bus PA652 · Regionale 5365BUS LP724+Regionale 5365
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Catania to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Catania 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 53m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 166 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Catania to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Palermo trains for today, Saturday, February 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 21507 · Regionale 21532 · Regionale 5414 | 9:32 AM Catania Centrale | 4h45 | 2:17 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 5511 | 12:32 PM Catania Centrale | 3h00 | 3:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5513 | 2:32 PM Catania Centrale | 3h00 | 5:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 5519 | 4:32 PM Catania Centrale | 3h00 | 7:32 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, February 22 | |||||
| Regionale Veloce 5503 | 6:32 AM Catania Centrale | 3h00 | 9:32 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BUS LP724+Regionale 5365 | 9:11 AM Catania Centrale | 7h20 | 4:31 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania to Palermo
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Trains from Catania to Palermo run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Catania to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Catania and Palermo from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Catania to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Palermo by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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