The cheapest and fastest trains from Ancona to Catania
Cheapest price
£88
Average price
£131
Fastest journey
13 h 36 m
Average duration
14 h 39 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Catania will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £88.
To travel from Ancona to Catania you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 765+
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Intercity 533 · Intercity 727
Regionale 19797+
FRECCIARGENTO 8851+
Intercity 727
Regionale Veloce 4151+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+
InterCityNotte 1963
Regionale Veloce 4151+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+
Intercity 723
Regionale 19797+
FRECCIARGENTO 8851+
Intercity 727
InterCityNotte 765+
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723
Intercity 533 · Intercity 727
Intercity 541+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+
InterCityNotte 1955Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ancona to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 691 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price | £119 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 18m Average total duration 13h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 29m Average total duration 13h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ancona to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Catania trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ InterCityNotte 1963 | 19:25 Ancona station | 18h07 | 13:32 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
InterCityNotte 765+ Intercity 558 · Intercity 723 | 01:46 Ancona station | 14h23 | 16:09 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4151+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9503+ Intercity 723 | 02:33 Ancona station | 13h36 | 16:09 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 533 · Intercity 727 | 04:50 Ancona station | 15h35 | 20:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19797+ FRECCIARGENTO 8851+ Intercity 727 | 06:30 Ancona station | 13h55 | 20:25 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 541+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:55 Ancona station | 15h45 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ancona to Catania
Trains from Ancona to Catania run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:50, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 691 km distance in 13h 36m.
Distance 691 km |
Average train duration 13h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 13h 36m |
First train 01:50 |
Last train 22:58 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Ancona to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Ancona and Catania from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ancona to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Catania 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ancona and Catania
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazza Rosselli.
- Little Italy
- Trattoria da Nordio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Ancona
- Grand Hotel Palace
- SeePort Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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