Bus and Train from Rome to Catania: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Rome to Catania on May 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Catania AirportCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Termini
Catania CentraleFastest
Autoservizi Salemi
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Catania Via D'AmicoNo tags
Trenitalia Intercity
Termini
Catania CentraleNo tags
Itabus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Catania Via D'AmicoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:35 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Catania

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 9 hours 43 minutes, and with fares starting at just ₪132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 43mAverage Duration
537 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price₪71 - ₪722Average Duration13h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price₪132 - ₪766Average Duration9h 43m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Catania by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Rome to Catania?

    The cheapest tickets from Rome to Catania start at ₪71. The average price for this route is around ₪194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ride from Rome to Catania?

    The average trip duration from Rome to Catania is 11h 39m, covering a distance of 536 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 9h 43m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies service the Rome to Catania route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 12 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, Trenitalia.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time from Rome to Catania?

    The earliest trip from Rome to Catania departs at 12:45am. And the latest trip departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Rome to Catania?

    A trip from Rome to Catania generates an estimated 13.390199999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Rome to Catania?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 493 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Catania?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which company has the most on-time service from Rome to Catania?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Rome to Catania?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-02
₪367
05-03
₪367
Today
₪128
05-05
₪100
05-06
₪91
05-07
₪91
05-08
₪91
05-09
₪91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Catania was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of ₪91

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Rome to Catania, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between ₪91 and ₪440 for a bus or train ticket from Rome to Catania based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at ₪91 on 2026-05-06.

Usually Trenitalia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Catania?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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