Next bus departures

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on September 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:00pm	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:40pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	5:10pm	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:35pm	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	6:00pm	Autostazione	2h 45m	8:45pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Autostazione	2h 50m	9:50pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:30pm	Autostazione	3h 50m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Autostazione	2h 40m	11:10pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Autostazione	2h 35m	7:35pm	Palermo Via Oreto	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on September 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	7:10am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	9:35am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	10:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	11:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	12:10pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on September 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:30pm	Autostazione	3h 50m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:05am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	8:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on September 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:05am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	8:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:45pm	Autostazione	2h 30m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on September 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:05am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	8:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:45pm	Autostazione	2h 30m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on October 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:05am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	8:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:45pm	Autostazione	2h 30m	3:15pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Next departures for Catania to Palermo on October 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Autostazione	2h 40m	7:10am	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
Bus	4:40am	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	2h 25m	7:05am	Palermo Via Oreto	Fastest
Bus	6:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	8:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Catania Airport	2h 25m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	9:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:45pm	Catania Airport	3h 35m	7:20pm	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Autostazione	2h 40m	10:40am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Autostazione	2h 45m	11:00am	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Catania to Palermo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

139bus per day

2h 32mAverage Duration

103 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNOK 139 - NOK 333	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNOK 240 - NOK 303	Average Duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Catania and Palermo

Stops in Catania

A
Autostazione (Via d'Amico)
Via D'Amico, 181, 95129 Catania CT, Italy
B
Catania Airport
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C
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti
Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti, 95100 Catania CT, Italy
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D
Catania Centrale
Via VI Aprile, 85 95131 Catania CT, Italy
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E
Via Libertà
Piazza S. Domenico, 6, 95124 Catania CT, Italy
F
Via Domenico Tempio
Via Domenico Tempio 2, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Stops in Palermo

A
Terminal Bus Palermo
Via Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
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B
Palermo Airport
Punta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
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C
Piazza Cairoli
Piazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
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D
Fiera
90143 Palermo PA, Italy
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E
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
F
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 12C, 90139 Palermo, Italy

Compare bus companies

SAIS Autolinee

4.3/5553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.0

Travelers have shared positive experiences about the bus service, highlighting its cleanliness, comfort, and punctuality. The buses are modern with amenities like air conditioning and USB charging ports. However, some users noted occasional delays at Catania airport and a lack of information at certain stops. Overall, the drivers were praised for their professionalism and safe driving skills.

SAIS Autolinee Catania Palermo recent customer reviews

The bus was beautifully air conditioned. And it had a WC on board. The driver was excellent and provided a comfortable and effortless journey between Catania and Palermo. And it arrived spot on time.

Paul G.

July 12, 2026

We left on time and we arrived on time. We also had a toilette on board that was actually available.

Robert T.

November 9, 2025

Bus broke down on the motorway halfway there! We had to sit inside without air conditioning for an hour waiting for another bus to pick us up. The bus was old and dirty so it's hardly surprising it broke down. We arrived two hours after we were supposed to. Worse trip ever, wish I had taken the train!

Katie S.

November 2, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/515,886 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Catania to Palermo by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Catania to Palermo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Catania to Palermo start from NOK 139. The average price for this route is around NOK 183. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Catania to Palermo?
The average bus trip duration from Catania to Palermo is 2h 32m, covering a distance of 103 miles (166 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by SAIS Autolinee.
Which bus companies service the Catania to Palermo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 139 buses available per day, including services from SAIS Autolinee, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Catania to Palermo?
The earliest bus departs from Catania to Palermo at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Catania to Palermo?
A bus trip from Catania to Palermo generates an estimated 4.129325 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Catania to Palermo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 549 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Catania to Palermo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company SAIS Autolinee has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Catania to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Catania to Palermo?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SAIS Autolinee, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/24

NOK 160

09/25

NOK 160

Today

NOK 160

09/27

NOK 148

09/28

NOK 131

09/29

NOK 103

09/30

NOK 125

10/01

NOK 103

The cheapest trip from Catania to Palermo was searched and found on Sep 29, 2026 with a price of NOK 103

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 103 to NOK 501 for a bus ticket from Catania to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 103 which is on 2026-09-29.

Usually SAIS Autolinee 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 Catania to Palermo?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 32m	Avg PriceNOK 183	Daily Departures139
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 57m	Avg PriceNOK 251	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 40m	Avg PriceNOK 216	Daily Departures2