The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 6 trains that leave Palermo Centrale for Catania Centrale on Mon, Apr 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 55123:28 PM3h00Palermo Centrale6:28 PMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 55205:28 PM3h00Palermo Centrale8:28 PMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 55067:28 AM3h00Palermo Centrale10:28 AMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 5354 · Regionale 221118:24 AM5h16Palermo Centrale1:40 PMCatania Centrale$301One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 5362 · Regionale 129956:33 PM4h50Palermo Centrale11:23 PMCatania Centrale$301One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 55123:28 PM3h00Palermo Centrale6:28 PMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 55205:28 PM3h00Palermo Centrale8:28 PMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 55067:28 AM3h00Palermo Centrale10:28 AMCatania Centrale$241One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 5362 · Regionale 129956:33 PM4h50Palermo Centrale11:23 PMCatania Centrale$301One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 5354 · Regionale 221118:24 AM5h16Palermo Centrale1:40 PMCatania Centrale$301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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$21 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 5512 | 1:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h00 | 4:28 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5520 | 3:28 PM Palermo Centrale | 3h00 | 6:28 PM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5362 · Regionale 12995 | 4:33 PM Palermo Centrale | 4h50 | 9:23 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, April 6 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 5506 | 5:28 AM Palermo Centrale | 3h00 | 8:28 AM Catania Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5354 · Regionale 22111 | 6:24 AM Palermo Centrale | 5h16 | 11:40 AM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 730 · Intercity 721 | 8:15 AM Palermo Centrale | 6h54 | 3:09 PM Catania Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Trains from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 5:33 PM |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo Centrale and Catania Centrale from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Catania Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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