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Bus from Palermo to Catania: Journey Information
There are 184 intercity buses per day from Palermo to Catania. Traveling by bus from Palermo to Catania usually takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Sais Regional bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 103 mi (166 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $15.92 |
| Trips per day | 184 |
| Most frequent service | Sais Regional |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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There are several bus options that can take you from Palermo to Catania:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Palermo to Catania?
Bus tickets for a trip from Palermo to Catania cost $16.16 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 Palermo to Catania by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Palermo to Catania in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $16 to $17. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 30, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Catania this week, bus tickets are available starting at $16.
Average bus ticket prices from Palermo to Catania by month
Traveling from Palermo to Catania 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 $16 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 Palermo to Catania?
There are multiple buses that travel from Palermo to Catania, including Sais Regional, FlixBus. Here is what you should know about the 2 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sais Regional | 176 | 2h 33m | $16.13 |
| FlixBus | 8 | 2h 52m | $25.01 |
Book Sais Regional from Palermo to Catania from $15.92. There are 176 trips per day offered by Sais Regional from Palermo to Catania and you can expect on average to pay $16.13 for a Sais Regional ticket to Catania. In Palermo, Sais Regional departs to Catania from Via Oreto 383 and one other station. In Catania, Sais Regional arrives at Piazza Martiri Della Libertà and 4 other stations.
An average trip on Sais Regional from Palermo to Catania takes 2 hours and 33 minutes, while the fastest available Sais Regional trip will get you to Catania in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
On weekends, Sais Regional offers 163 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $15.92 for a weekend trip to Catania.
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 8 trips from Palermo to Catania, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 52 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Palermo to Catania
There are 184 scheduled buses that travel from Palermo to Catania 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 Palermo to Catania without transferring.
TRIPS PER DAY
184
DIRECT TRIPS
184
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 103 miles from Palermo to Catania. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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)
103
DISTANCE (KM)
166
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:05pm. To see the times for all buses from Palermo to Catania, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
12:00am
LATEST BUS
10:05pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Catania at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
MOST CROWDED
Sunday
LEAST CROWDED
Saturday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Palermo?
Main departure station: Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
Palermo has two bus stations with service to Catania.
All bus stations in Palermo:
- Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
- Via Oreto 383
Where does the bus arrive in Catania?
Main arrival station: Piazza Martiri Della Libertà
Buses arrive in Catania at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Catania:
- Piazza Martiri Della Libertà
- Catania Fontanarossa Airport Dept Terminal
- Catania Via Domenico Tempio Bus Stop
- Catania CBS
- Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena 88
- Via D'Amico 195
- Fontanarossa Airport
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