The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Catania
Cheapest price
€130
Average price
€227
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
13 h 30 m
Trains per day
60
Distance
1012 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Catania will cost around €227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €130.
Of the 60 trains that leave Milan for Catania on Thu, Jan 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 1012 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 14 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.
InterCityNotte 1963
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+
Intercity 727
9907+
Intercity 727
9971+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+
Intercity 727
9998+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
9917+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
9971+
Intercity 727
9971+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 1012 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €146 Average price | €101 Average price Cheapest |
13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 5m Average total duration 18h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Catania trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9917+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 6:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 13h35 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | On time 7:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 13h00 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 727 | 7:30 AM Milan Centrale | 12h55 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 7:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 22h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9975+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 8:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 22h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 21h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | 8:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 21h32 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 21h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9977+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 21h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h57 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9977+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 9:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 21h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | On time 9:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h32 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 9:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 9:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9979+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9979+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 20h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9979+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | On time 10:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h57 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 10:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | On time 10:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h32 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9981+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:30 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9981+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:30 AM Milan Rogoredo | 19h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9981+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 11:30 AM Milan Rogoredo | 23h02 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 18h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 11:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 22h42 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 11:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 18h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9983+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 18h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9983+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 12:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 18h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9983+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 12:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 22h02 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:48 PM Milan Centrale | 21h44 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9985+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 17h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9985+ InterCityNotte 1959 | On time 1:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 21h02 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9985+ InterCityNotte 1955 | On time 1:30 PM Milan Rogoredo | 17h10 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 16h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 2:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 20h07 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9987+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 16h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9947+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 15h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 2:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 19h42 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 2:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 15h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9989+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 15h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9989+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 19h07 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9989+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 15h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | 3:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 14h32 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 3:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 18h42 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 3:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 14h50 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 14h30 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9991+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 22107 | 4:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 13h57 | 6:22 AM Catania Centrale | 3 transfers | |
9991+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 14h15 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9991+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 4:25 PM Milan Rogoredo | 18h07 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9651 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 14h05 | 6:40 AM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9955+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 4:50 PM Milan Rogoredo | 17h42 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 6:10 PM Milan Centrale | 16h22 | 10:32 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 7:10 PM Milan Centrale | 18h22 | 1:32 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723 | 9:18 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 18h51 | 4:09 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, January 1 | |||||
9907+ Intercity 727 | 4:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 15h35 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 4:50 AM Milan Rogoredo | 15h35 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9971+ Intercity 727 | 6:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 14h00 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9971+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 6:25 AM Milan Rogoredo | 14h00 | 8:25 PM Catania Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Milan to Catania
Trains from Milan to Catania run on average 9 times per day, taking around 13h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €95 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 1012 km distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 1012 km |
Average train duration 13h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €95 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 5m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Milan to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan and Catania from €30. 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 Milan to Catania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Catania
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
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