The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania to Salerno
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Salerno will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 7 trains that leave Catania for Salerno every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 8 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 35 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.
BUS L734F+
Intercity 7346:598h35Catania Centrale15:34Salerno station£491One-way1 change
BUS L724A+
Intercity 72410:048h33Catania Centrale18:37Salerno station£491One-way1 change
BUS L724A+
Intercity 724+
Autobus NA64D10:049h15Catania Centrale19:19Duomo - Via Vernieri£501One-way2 changes
BUS L734F+
Intercity 734+
Autobus NA50D6:598h50Catania Centrale15:49Duomo - Via Vernieri£501One-way2 changes
Regionale 12972+
BUS L724A+
Intercity 72410:078h30Catania Centrale18:37Salerno station£511One-way2 changes
InterCityNotte 196022:587h44Catania Centrale6:42Salerno station£1631One-way0 changes
InterCityNotte 196022:587h44Catania Centrale6:42Salerno station£1631One-way0 changes
Regionale 12972+
BUS L724A+
Intercity 72410:078h30Catania Centrale18:37Salerno station£511One-way2 changes
BUS L724A+
Intercity 72410:048h33Catania Centrale18:37Salerno station£491One-way1 change
BUS L734F+
Intercity 7346:598h35Catania Centrale15:34Salerno station£491One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Catania to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Catania to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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£45 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £34 Average Price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Catania to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Salerno trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1960 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 7h44 | 6:42 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1960 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 7h44 | 6:42 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
BUS L734F+ Intercity 734 | 6:59 Catania Centrale | 8h35 | 15:34 Salerno station | 1 change | |
BUS L734F+ Intercity 734+ Autobus NA50D | 6:59 Catania Centrale | 8h50 | 15:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
BUS L724A+ Intercity 724 | 10:04 Catania Centrale | 8h33 | 18:37 Salerno station | 1 change | |
BUS L724A+ Intercity 724+ Autobus NA64D | 10:04 Catania Centrale | 9h15 | 19:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12972+ BUS L724A+ Intercity 724 | 10:07 Catania Centrale | 8h30 | 18:37 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania to Salerno
Trains from Catania to Salerno run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa from Catania to Salerno trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Catania and Salerno from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Catania to Salerno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catania and Salerno
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Osteria dei Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Hotel Montestella
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Saltimbocca News
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Outside the main entrance.
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Bus: Line 25
- Taxi services available
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