Train from Palermo to Catania: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Palermo to Catania on 9 October
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Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania–Fontanarossa AeroportoCheapestFastest
Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia RegionaleTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania–Fontanarossa AeroportoNo tags
Trenitalia Regionale VeloceTrain
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Palermo Centrale
Catania–Fontanarossa AeroportoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 20:30 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Palermo to Catania

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Catania. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

140bus per day
2h 33mAverage duration
166 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average pricePLN 57 - PLN 158Average duration2h 33m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average pricePLN 98 - PLN 201Average duration2h 57m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Catania by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Palermo to Catania?

    The cheapest train tickets from Palermo to Catania start from PLN 98. The average price for this train route is around PLN 103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Palermo to Catania?

    The average train journey time from Palermo to Catania is 2h 57m, covering a distance of 166 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 47m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Palermo to Catania route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Palermo to Catania?

    The earliest train from Palermo to Catania departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 17:31.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/10
PLN 80
07/10
PLN 80
Today
PLN 80
09/10
PLN 80
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PLN 80
11/10
PLN 80
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PLN 80
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PLN 80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Catania was searched and found on 8 Oct 2026 with a price of PLN 80

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 80 to PLN 102 for a train ticket from Palermo to Catania based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 80, which is on 2026-10-10.

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