The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Catania
Cheapest price
£103
Average price
£144
Fastest journey
11 h 49 m
Average duration
12 h 33 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
838 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Catania will cost around £144 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £103.
To travel from Bologna to Catania you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 757+
Intercity 533 · Intercity 727
9907+
Intercity 727
8903+
Intercity 727
8951+
Intercity 727
8111+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863+
Intercity 723
8953+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
9917+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727
9941+
Intercity 727
9941+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+
Intercity 727Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Catania
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 838 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£116 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price |
12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 30m Average total duration 16h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Catania trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Intercity 723 | 05:37 Bologna Centrale | 11h49 | 17:26 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9907+ Intercity 727 | 05:57 Bologna Centrale | 14h47 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9907+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 05:57 Bologna Centrale | 14h47 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9969+ Intercity 727 | 06:52 Bologna Centrale | 13h52 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8111+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 06:57 Bologna Centrale | 13h47 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8111+ Intercity 727 | 06:57 Bologna Centrale | 13h47 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8951+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 07:17 Bologna Centrale | 13h27 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8951+ Intercity 727 | 07:17 Bologna Centrale | 13h27 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8903+ Intercity 727 | 07:42 Bologna Centrale | 13h02 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8903+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 07:42 Bologna Centrale | 13h02 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9941+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 07:52 Bologna Centrale | 12h52 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9941+ Intercity 727 | 07:52 Bologna Centrale | 12h52 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9917+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 07:57 Bologna Centrale | 12h47 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8953+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Intercity 727 | 08:17 Bologna Centrale | 12h27 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 727 | 08:37 Bologna Centrale | 12h07 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 08:57 Bologna Centrale | 21h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 09:42 Bologna Centrale | 20h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8907+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 09:42 Bologna Centrale | 20h51 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
8907+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 09:42 Bologna Centrale | 20h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 09:57 Bologna Centrale | 20h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 09:57 Bologna Centrale | 20h36 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
9923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 09:57 Bologna Centrale | 20h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 19h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8902+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 19h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8902+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 19h51 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 10:57 Bologna Centrale | 19h36 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
9927+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:57 Bologna Centrale | 19h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9927+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 10:57 Bologna Centrale | 19h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8911+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 18h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 18h51 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
8911+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 18h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 18h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9931+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 23h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9931+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 18h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:12 Bologna Centrale | 23h00 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8929+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 17h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 22h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8929+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 17h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 22h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9935+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 17h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9935+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 17h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 21h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8913+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 16h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8913+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 16h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:57 Bologna Centrale | 21h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9939+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 13:57 Bologna Centrale | 16h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9939+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 13:57 Bologna Centrale | 16h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 14:17 Bologna Centrale | 20h55 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8959+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:17 Bologna Centrale | 16h23 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8959+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:17 Bologna Centrale | 16h23 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 20h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8915+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 15h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8915+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 15h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8143+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 15h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8143+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 15h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8143+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 20h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 611+ Regionale Veloce 4157+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:00 Bologna Centrale | 20h12 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 14h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8919+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 14h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8919+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 19h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9947+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 14h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 14h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9947+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 19h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:17 Bologna Centrale | 14h23 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8963+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:17 Bologna Centrale | 14h23 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8963+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 16:17 Bologna Centrale | 18h55 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 18h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8923+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 13h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
8923 · 2125 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 13h23 | 06:05 Catania | 1 change | |
8923+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 13h58 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9951 · 2125 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 13h08 | 06:05 Catania | 1 change | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 13h43 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
9951+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 18h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9951+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 13h36 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955+ Regionale 12953 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 13h06 | 06:33 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 13h13 | 06:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8925+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 17:42 Bologna Centrale | 17h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9993+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 17:52 Bologna Centrale | 17h20 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9955+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 17:57 Bologna Centrale | 17h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8967+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 18:17 Bologna Centrale | 16h55 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
8927+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 18:42 Bologna Centrale | 16h30 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9997+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 18:52 Bologna Centrale | 16h20 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
9959+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 18:57 Bologna Centrale | 16h15 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 19:27 Bologna Centrale | 15h45 | 11:12 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 23:01 Bologna Centrale | 18h25 | 17:26 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Regionale 12983 | 23:01 Bologna Centrale | 18h15 | 17:16 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 757+ Intercity 533 · Intercity 727 | 23:27 Bologna Centrale | 21h17 | 20:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Catania
Trains from Bologna to Catania run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 838 km distance in 13h 8m.
Distance 838 km |
Average train duration 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 8m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Catania from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna and Catania
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Elevators, ramps.
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