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Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Parma to Catania. Traveling by bus from Parma to Catania usually takes around 21 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Autoservizi Salemi bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 561 mi (903 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €14.91 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Parma to Catania?
There are 3 bus lines from Parma to Catania available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 17h 30m | €80.51 |
| FlixBus | 11 | 21h 48m | €80.20 |
| Itabus | 4 | 19h 34m | €58.81 |
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that travels the length of the Italian peninsula daily. Some notable routes include stops in Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Their modern buses have excellent amenities including air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, WiFi, and snacks and drinks for sale.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 11 trips from Parma to Catania, and usually makes the trip in about 21 hours and 48 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 21 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 903 kilometers from Parma to Catania. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Catania. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Parma to Catania, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Parma?
Main departure station: Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Buses to Catania leave from 3 stations in Parma.
All bus stations in Parma:
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Bus Station
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Where does the bus arrive in Catania?
Main arrival station: Via D'Amico 195
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Catania.
Bus stations in Catania:
Via D'Amico 195
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