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Journey Information
There are 16 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Catania. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Catania usually takes around 18 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Autoservizi Salemi bus can make the trip in 15 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 521 mi (838 km) |
| Shortest duration | 15h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €16.12 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Catania?
There are 3 bus lines from Bologna to Catania available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 13 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 | 15h 30m | €82.84 |
| FlixBus | 13 | 18h 50m | €70.01 |
| Itabus | 5 | 17h 27m | €60.37 |
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 13 trips from Bologna to Catania, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 50 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 18 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 838 kilometers from Bologna to Catania. However, the fastest bus only takes 15 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 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Catania, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bologna has two bus stations with service to Catania.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bus Stop
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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