The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Catania
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£150
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
16 h 29 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1012 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Catania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Catania will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
To travel from Milan to Catania you need to make at least one change.
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 72321:1019h59Milan Centrale17:09Catania Centrale£1241One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+
Intercity 7278:3012h55Milan Centrale21:25Catania Centrale£1411One-way1 change
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195913:4820h22Milan Centrale10:10Catania Centrale£1511One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 2016+
Intercity 511+
InterCityNotte 19558:1524h20Milan Centrale8:35Catania Centrale£1531One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 195518:0014h35Milan Centrale8:35Catania Centrale£1641One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+
Intercity 7278:3012h55Milan Centrale21:25Catania Centrale£1411One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+
InterCityNotte 195919:3514h35Milan Centrale10:10Catania Centrale£1681One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+
InterCityNotte 195518:0014h35Milan Centrale8:35Catania Centrale£1641One-way1 change
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799+
Intercity 72321:1019h59Milan Centrale17:09Catania Centrale£1241One-way2 changes
Intercity 37261 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 195913:4820h22Milan Centrale10:10Catania Centrale£1511One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Milan to Catania
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Catania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 1012 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£108 Average Price | £114 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 42m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 0m Average total duration 16h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Catania train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Catania trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 21h09 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 17:10 Milan Centrale | 14h30 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9651 · FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 17:35 Milan Centrale | 14h05 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9681+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 20:35 Milan Centrale | 14h22 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Intercity 723 | 21:10 Milan Centrale | 19h59 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2016+ Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 24h20 | 8:35 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727 | 8:30 Milan Centrale | 12h55 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Intercity Notte?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity Notte, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Catania.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Catania
Trains from Milan to Catania run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 1012 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 1012 km |
Average train duration 13h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 55m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Milan to Catania trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Italo, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Milan 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: Milan to Catania train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Catania
Most Milan to Catania trains use the Milano Centrale to Catania Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Catania train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Catania leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Getting to Milano Rogoredo from Milan city centre
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo train station facilities and services
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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