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Bus from Catania to Taormina: Journey Information
There are 560 intercity buses per day from Catania to Taormina. Traveling by bus from Catania to Taormina usually takes around one hour and 13 minutes, but the fastest Interbus S.p.A. bus can make the trip in 45 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (42 km) |
| Shortest duration | 45m |
| Cheapest price | $4.55 |
| Trips per day | 560 |
| Most frequent service | Etna Trasporti S.p.A. |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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Catania to Taormina Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Catania to Taormina:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Catania to Taormina?
Bus tickets for a trip from Catania to Taormina cost $6.25 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Catania to Taormina by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Catania to Taormina in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $6 to $7. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 25, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Taormina this week, bus tickets are available starting at $6.
Average bus ticket prices from Catania to Taormina by month
Traveling from Catania to Taormina by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $6 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What bus companies travel from Catania to Taormina?
There are multiple buses that travel from Catania to Taormina, including Etna Trasporti S.p.A., Interbus S.p.A.. Here is what you should know about the 2 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Etna Trasporti S.p.A. | 334 | 1h 8m | $6.43 |
| Interbus S.p.A. | 226 | 1h 19m | $6.27 |
Book Etna Trasporti S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina from $5.80. There are 334 trips per day offered by Etna Trasporti S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina and you can expect on average to pay $6.43 for a Etna Trasporti S.p.A. ticket to Taormina. In Catania, Etna Trasporti S.p.A. departs to Taormina from Fontanarossa Airport and 3 other stations. In Taormina, Etna Trasporti S.p.A. arrives at Taormina Via Luigi Pirandello and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Etna Trasporti S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina takes 1 hours and 8 minutes, while the fastest available Etna Trasporti S.p.A. trip will get you to Taormina in 0 hours and 50 minutes.
On weekends, Etna Trasporti S.p.A. offers 328 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $5.80 for a weekend trip to Taormina.
Book Interbus S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina from $4.55. There are 226 trips per day offered by Interbus S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina and you can expect on average to pay $6.27 for a Interbus S.p.A. ticket to Taormina. In Catania, Interbus S.p.A. departs to Taormina from Viale Della Libertà 182 and 8 other stations. In Taormina, Interbus S.p.A. arrives at Taormina Capo and 4 other stations.
An average trip on Interbus S.p.A. from Catania to Taormina takes 1 hours and 19 minutes, while the fastest available Interbus S.p.A. trip will get you to Taormina in 0 hours and 45 minutes.
On weekends, Interbus S.p.A. offers 199 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $4.55 for a weekend trip to Taormina.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Catania to Taormina
There are 560 scheduled buses that travel from Catania to Taormina every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Catania to Taormina without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
560
DIRECT TRIPS
560
The bus takes an average of one hour and 13 minutes to cover the 26 miles from Catania to Taormina. However, the fastest bus only takes 45 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
26
DISTANCE (KM)
42
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:10pm. To see the times for all buses from Catania to Taormina, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
6:00am
LATEST BUS
11:10pm
Because many passengers travel from Catania to Taormina at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
MOST CROWDED
Monday
LEAST CROWDED
Thursday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Catania?
Main departure station: Catania CBS
Buses to Taormina leave from 10 stations in Catania.
All bus stations in Catania:
- Catania CBS
- Viale Della Libertà 182
- Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 37
- Fontanarossa Airport
- Catania Airport Bus Terminal
- Catania Via Etnea
- Catania Piazza G. Verga - Tribunale
- Catania Gioeni Est
- Catania Piazza Trento
- Catania Piazza Cavour
Where does the bus arrive in Taormina?
Main arrival station: Taormina Via Luigi Pirandello
Buses arrive in Taormina at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Taormina:
- Taormina Via Luigi Pirandello
- Via Luigi Pirandello
- Taormina Capo
- Taormina Via Nazionale 175
- Taormina Via Nazionale
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