- Recommended
Museo Civico Castello Ursino
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with paintings, archaeology and applied arts. A strong introduction to Catania’s layered past.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£108
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£161
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
14 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
15 h 13 m
Trains on 01 Sept
8
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 £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Milan to Catania you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 797+
Intercity 723
Intercity 659 · Intercity 511+
InterCityNotte 1955
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+
InterCityNotte 1959
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+
Intercity 727
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+
InterCityNotte 1959+
Regionale 5385
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+
InterCityNotte 1955
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+
InterCityNotte 1959Omio 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 an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £121.
Distance: 1012 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£121 Average Price | £98 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Catania trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:10 Milan Centrale | 15h30 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 16:35 Milan Centrale | 15h05 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 19:10 Milan Centrale | 15h47 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5385 | 19:10 Milan Centrale | 15h27 | 10:37 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 797+ Intercity 723 | 22:18 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 18h51 | 17:09 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Intercity 727 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 14h15 | 21:25 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 659 · Intercity 511+ InterCityNotte 1955 | 8:53 Milan Centrale | 22h47 | 7:40 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597 · Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 13:48 Milan Centrale | 21h09 | 10:57 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Milan to Catania run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £16 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 12h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 55m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Catania — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Catania trip today.
Civic museum inside Castello Ursino with paintings, archaeology and applied arts. A strong introduction to Catania’s layered past.
Museum devoted to the 1943 Allied landings in Sicily, using documents and immersive displays. Worth visiting for modern military history.
Museum in the former Benedictine monastery displaying Roman and Greek finds from Catania and nearby sites. Compact and historically rich.
Grand central square framed by baroque buildings, the cathedral and the Elephant Fountain. Essential for first-time visitors and evening strolls.
Elegant historic street lined with churches and palaces. It is one of Catania’s most atmospheric walks, especially in the quieter morning hours.
Large civic garden with shaded paths, fountains and varied planting. A pleasant break from the stone city centre and a favourite local promenade.
Crisp fried rice balls filled with ragù, peas and cheese. A Sicilian street food classic, especially iconic in Catania for quick savoury eating.
Pasta alla Norma combines pasta with tomato, fried aubergine, ricotta salata and basil. It is Catania’s signature pasta dish, named after Bellini’s opera.
Horse meat grilled over coals, often served as meatballs or steaks. It is a long-standing Catania speciality, especially linked to informal city grills.
Well-known pastry and café stop for granita, cannoli and Sicilian breakfast sweets, with an elegant yet approachable feel.
Popular trattoria serving classic Sicilian dishes such as Pasta alla Norma and seafood pasta in a relaxed central setting.
Historic seafood restaurant near the fish market, known for fresh local catches and a traditional, lively Catania atmosphere.
Moderate for Sicily: food and local transport are good value, while central stays in peak season can raise costs versus smaller Sicilian towns.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and small change is enough in cafés.
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.

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.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
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 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.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
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