600069:382h27Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)12:05Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
AGG-16518:082h37Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est)20:45Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£131One-way0 changes
6001916:402h30Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)19:10Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)£131One-way0 changes
AGGIUNTA4414:102h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)16:35Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
AGG-16413:102h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)15:35Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
AGGIUNTA4414:102h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)16:35Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
AGG-16413:102h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)15:35Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
889320:402h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)23:05Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
600069:402h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)12:05Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
adeguamento 615:102h25Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)17:35Palermo, Oreto - Orsi£131One-way0 changes
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Compare train, coach and ferry for Catania to Palermo
The cheapest option from Catania to Palermo is coach, with an average price of £12. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Catania to Palermo among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 166 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest option | £16 Average Price | £51 Average Price |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Catania to Palermo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Palermo coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:10 Catania | 2h30 | 13:40 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:50 Catania | 3h05 | 15:55 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Catania | 3h50 | 17:20 Palermo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
AGGIUNTA 38 | 7:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 9:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA 38 | 7:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 9:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA 38 | 7:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 9:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA 38 | 7:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 9:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5503 · treno 5503 effettuato con bus PA325 | 7:32 Catania Centrale | 3h26 | 10:58 Palermo Centrale | 1 change | |
Aggiunta 39 | 8:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 10:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
Aggiunta 39 | 8:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 10:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
Aggiunta 39 | 8:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 10:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
Aggiunta 39 | 8:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 10:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 Catania, Via D'Amico | 2h45 | 11:00 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 Catania, Via D'Amico | 2h50 | 11:15 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA40 | 9:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 11:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA40 | 9:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 11:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA40 | 9:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 11:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
AGGIUNTA40 | 9:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 11:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
60006 | 9:38 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 12:05 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
60006 | 9:38 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 12:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
60006 | 9:40 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 12:05 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
60006 | 9:40 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 12:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
8885 | 10:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 12:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
8885 | 10:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h37 | 12:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
8885 | 10:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 12:40 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
8885 | 10:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h35 | 12:45 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
60016 | 10:38 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 13:05 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
60016 | 10:38 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 13:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
60016 | 10:40 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 13:05 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
60016 | 10:40 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 13:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
8884 | 11:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h27 | 13:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
8884 | 11:08 Catania, Via San Giuseppe Alla Rena (La Rena Est) | 2h32 | 13:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
8884 | 11:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h25 | 13:35 Palermo, Oreto - Orsi | 0 changesdirect | |
8884 | 11:10 Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) | 2h30 | 13:40 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Sais Regional?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Sais Regional, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Infobus, Grupo Interbus or Azienda Siciliana Trasporti to find the best option for your trip from Catania to Palermo.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Palermo
Typically, there are 43 buses per day from Catania to Palermo, including 41 direct buses, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:14, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Lowest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 2:14 |
Last bus 21:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Azienda Siciliana Trasporti from Catania to PalermoYou can travel by bus between Catania to Palermo with Sais Regional, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Interbus, Azienda Siciliana Trasporti for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Catania to Palermo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Palermo by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sais Regional
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Designated seating areas.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sais Regional
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Sais Regional
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Sais Regional
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Sais Regional
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catania and Palermo
Most Catania to Palermo buses use the Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto) to Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) station pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Palermo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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