The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Catania
Cheapest price
£265
Average price
£280
Fastest journey
22 h 37 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Catania will cost around £280 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £265.
To travel from Geneva to Catania you need to make at least 2 changes.
EuroCity 41+
Intercity 584+
InterCityNotte 19595:2730h37Geneva station12:04Catania Centrale£2651One-way2 changes
EuroCity 45+
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+
InterCityNotte 195913:2722h37Geneva station12:04Catania Centrale£2711One-way2 changes
EuroCity 41+
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
InterCityNotte 19555:2726h13Geneva station7:40Catania Centrale£3041One-way2 changes
EuroCity 45+
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+
InterCityNotte 195913:2722h37Geneva station12:04Catania Centrale£2711One-way2 changes
EuroCity 41+
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
InterCityNotte 19555:2726h13Geneva station7:40Catania Centrale£3041One-way2 changes
EuroCity 41+
Intercity 584+
InterCityNotte 19595:2730h37Geneva station12:04Catania Centrale£2651One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Geneva to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 1217 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£193 Average Price | £161 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
22h 42m Average total duration 22h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 10m Average total duration 24h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Geneva to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Catania trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 41+ Intercity 584+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:27 Geneva station | 30h37 | 12:04 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 41+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 5:27 Geneva station | 26h13 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 45+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:27 Geneva station | 22h37 | 12:04 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Catania
Trains from Geneva to Catania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £51 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 1217 km distance in 20h 43m.
Distance 1217 km |
Average train duration 22h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 20h 43m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Geneva to Catania trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Geneva and Catania from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity Notte
FAQs: Geneva to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva and Catania
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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