The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa to Catania
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
16 h 18 m
Average duration
17 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
925 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Catania will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 4 trains that leave Genoa for Catania every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 925 km distance in an average of 17 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 h 2 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Genoa to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 925 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£89 Average Price | £120 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 3m Average total duration 15h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 24m Average total duration 17h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Genoa to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Catania trains for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3040+ InterCityNotte 1963+ BUS LP963 | 16:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 22h00 | 14:44 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 899+ Intercity 723+ BUS LP721 | 21:07 Genoa Piazza Principe | 20h27 | 17:34 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 3 March | |||||
![]() | 04:07 Genoa | 16h18 | 20:25 Catania | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Genoa to Catania
Trains from Genoa to Catania run on average 8 times per day, taking around 15h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 925 km distance in 16h 2m.
Distance 925 km |
Average train duration 15h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 16h 2m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity from Genoa to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Genoa and Catania from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Genoa to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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 Genoa and Catania
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Sirenella
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Hotel Torre Cambiaso
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Regional train services
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