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Museo Archeologico Regionale
Archaeological museum with finds from central Sicily, useful for understanding the area’s ancient settlements and trade.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 18 Sept
20
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Caltanissetta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Caltanissetta will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 20 trains from Catania to Caltanissetta, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.
Regionale 21521
Regionale Veloce 5513
Regionale 21533
Regionale 5373
Regionale Veloce 5519
Regionale Veloce 5501
Regionale Veloce 5513
Regionale Veloce 5519
Regionale Veloce 5491
Regionale Veloce 5503Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania to Caltanissetta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 92 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Catania to Caltanissetta:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Catania to Caltanissetta costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Caltanissetta take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 1m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Caltanissetta trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 5501 | 5:00 Catania Centrale | 1h25 | 6:25 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5501 · Regionale 21505 | 5:00 Catania Centrale | 1h41 | 6:41 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5373 | 6:32 Catania Centrale | 2h02 | 8:34 Caltanissetta Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5373 | 6:32 Catania Centrale | 1h50 | 8:22 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5503 | 7:32 Catania Centrale | 1h28 | 9:00 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5503 · Regionale 21511 | 7:32 Catania Centrale | 1h48 | 9:20 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5491 · Regionale 21513 | 9:32 Catania Centrale | 1h48 | 11:20 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5491 | 9:32 Catania Centrale | 1h28 | 11:00 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21507 | 10:32 Catania Centrale | 1h50 | 12:22 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21507 | 10:32 Catania Centrale | 2h02 | 12:34 Caltanissetta Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5511 | 13:32 Catania Centrale | 1h28 | 15:00 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5511 · Regionale 21519 | 13:32 Catania Centrale | 1h45 | 15:17 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21533 | 14:32 Catania Centrale | 2h02 | 16:34 Caltanissetta Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21533 | 14:32 Catania Centrale | 1h50 | 16:22 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5513 · Regionale Veloce 5469 | 15:32 Catania Centrale | 1h46 | 17:18 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5513 | 15:32 Catania Centrale | 1h28 | 17:00 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5519 | 17:32 Catania Centrale | 1h28 | 19:00 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5519 · Regionale Veloce 5471 | 17:32 Catania Centrale | 1h48 | 19:20 Caltanissetta Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 21521 | 18:32 Catania Centrale | 1h50 | 20:22 Caltanissetta Xirbi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 21521 | 18:32 Catania Centrale | 2h02 | 20:34 Caltanissetta Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Catania to Caltanissetta run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 3:54 |
Last train 19:01 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Caltanissetta — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Caltanissetta trip today.
Archaeological museum with finds from central Sicily, useful for understanding the area’s ancient settlements and trade.
Museum dedicated to the sulfur-mining history that shaped local society, with tools, documents and industrial heritage displays.
Contemporary exhibition space hosting visual art shows and cultural events inside a restored historic building.
Principal square framed by important civic and religious buildings, ideal for orientating yourself in the historic centre.
Elegant central street lined with shops and historic façades, good for a relaxed walk through the city centre.
Green urban park with paths and shaded areas, popular with locals for strolling and a quiet break from the centre.
Crisp chickpea-flour fritters often sold as street food. A Sicilian staple, they are especially popular in central and western Sicily.
Sweet ricotta-filled sponge cake with marzipan and icing. A classic Sicilian festive dessert widely found in Caltanissetta pastry shops.
Cannoli filled with sweet sheep’s milk ricotta, often with candied fruit or pistachio. One of Sicily’s most iconic pastries.
Refined dining with Sicilian seafood and seasonal plates in an elegant setting suited to a longer dinner.
Traditional Sicilian restaurant known for local pasta, meat dishes and a relaxed, family-style atmosphere in Caltanissetta.
Well-known pizzeria and casual restaurant serving pizzas, Sicilian starters and hearty mains in a lively atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than larger Italian tourist cities, with lower hotel rates, modest dining costs and low local transport spend.
Service is often included or not expected. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Caltanissetta 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 Caltanissetta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Catania to Caltanissetta trains use the Catania Centrale to Caltanissetta Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Catania and Caltanissetta train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) is 3 km from Catania city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (Capolinea Sais).
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