The cheapest and fastest trains from Bari to Catania
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
9 h 41 m
Average duration
9 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Catania will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Bari to Catania you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 558 · Intercity 7237:289h41Bari Centrale17:09Catania Centrale£501One-way1 change
Regionale 19831+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 72711:1010h15Bari Centrale21:25Catania Centrale£511One-way2 changes
Intercity 558 · Intercity 7237:289h41Bari Centrale17:09Catania Centrale£501One-way1 change
Regionale 19831+
Intercity 566 · Intercity 72711:1010h15Bari Centrale21:25Catania Centrale£511One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bari to Catania
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bari to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 430 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bari to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Catania trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 558 · Intercity 723 | 7:28 Bari Centrale | 9h41 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19831+ Intercity 566 · Intercity 727 | 11:10 Bari Centrale | 10h15 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bari to Catania by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bari to Catania
Trains from Bari to Catania run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 430 km distance in 9h 8m.
Distance 430 km |
Average train duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 8m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte from Bari to Catania trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bari and Catania from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bari to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari 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 Bari and Catania
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Aldo Moro
- Ristorante Pizzeria Piccinni
- La Tana Del Polpo
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €1
- Hotel Excelsior Bari
- Grand Hotel Leon d'Oro
- Hotel Adria
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: platforms 9-16 for long-distance and international trains
- Metro: Line FM1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Free of charge
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station with Bari city center and surrounding areas.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale Enzo Ferrari
- Ristorante Bacco
- Ristorante Il Poeta Contadino
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Parco Dei Principi Hotel Congress & SPA
- Hotel Palumbo Masseria Sant'Anna
- Vittoria Parc Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Hertz
- Dollar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional connections
- Hall 2: access to airport facilities
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Ferrotramviaria services to Bari Centrale
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