4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Catania
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
13 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 20 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Catania will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.
Of the 7 buses that leave Florence for Catania every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 768 km distance in an average of 15 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 30 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.
212515:2515h40Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:05Catania, Via D'Amico£631One-way0 changes- 212515:2516h00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:25Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)£631One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:0014h35Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)12:35Catania, Via D'Amico£681One-way0 changes- FlixBus4:4016h30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)21:10Catania, Via D'Amico£731One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:0013h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:55Catania, Via D'Amico£771One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:0013h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:55Catania, Via D'Amico£771One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:0014h35Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)12:35Catania, Via D'Amico£681One-way0 changes
- 212515:2515h40Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:05Catania, Via D'Amico£631One-way0 changes
- 212515:2516h00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:25Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta)£631One-way0 changes
- FlixBus4:4016h30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)21:10Catania, Via D'Amico£731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Florence to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 768 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £102 Average Price |
14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Catania bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Catania coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 17h10 | 21:10 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h30 | 21:10 Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2125 | 15:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 16h00 | 7:25 Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2125 | 15:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 15h40 | 7:05 Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 13h55 | 7:55 Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 14h35 | 12:35 Catania, Via D'Amico | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 18h40 | 19:20 Catania, Via D'Amico | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Infobus or Autoservizi Salemi Srl to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Catania.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Infobus or Autoservizi Salemi Srl to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Catania.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Catania
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Buses from Florence to Catania run on average 10 times per day, taking around 14h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 768 km distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 768 km |
Average bus duration 14h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Florence to CataniaYou can travel by bus between Florence to Catania with Itabus, FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Florence to Catania coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Catania 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 Catania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Catania
Most Florence to Catania buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Catania, Via D'Amico station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Catania bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Florence station do buses to Catania leave from?
Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 from Florence city centre
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