The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 8 trains that leave Palermo Centrale for Catania Centrale every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
Regionale Veloce 5510
Regionale Veloce 5512
Regionale 5506
Regionale Veloce 5508
Regionale Veloce 5520
Regionale Veloce 5510
Regionale Veloce 5512
Regionale 5506
Regionale Veloce 5508
Regionale Veloce 5520Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a ferry costs an average of £51.
Distance: 166 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5506 | 06:31 Palermo Centrale | 2h57 | 09:28 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5508 | 08:31 Palermo Centrale | 2h57 | 11:28 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12878 · Regionale 12892 · Regionale 12977 | 08:36 Palermo Centrale | 6h33 | 15:09 Catania Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 730+ Regionale Veloce 5395 | 09:15 Palermo Centrale | 4h28 | 13:43 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 5510 | 12:31 Palermo Centrale | 2h57 | 15:28 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5512 | 14:31 Palermo Centrale | 2h57 | 17:28 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5520 | 16:31 Palermo Centrale | 2h57 | 19:28 Catania Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5364 · Regionale 12995 | 17:33 Palermo Centrale | 5h29 | 23:02 Catania Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale
Trains from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 16:33. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 04:22 |
Last train 16:33 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Palermo Centrale and Catania Centrale from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo Centrale to Catania Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Palermo Centrale and Catania Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Antica Focacceria San Francesco
- Osteria Ballarò
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Eurostars Centrale Palace
- Hotel Ambasciatori
- Hotel del Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for regional and fast trains
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Giulio Cesare.
- Antica Focacceria San Francesco
- Osteria Ballarò
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Eurostars Centrale Palace
- Hotel Ambasciatori
- Hotel del Centro
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for regional and fast trains
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII.
- Trattoria Catania Ruffiana
- Osteria Antica Marina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Catania Centro
- Hotel Villa Romeo
- Hotel Nettuno
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Alibus: Direct connection to Catania Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII.
- Trattoria Catania Ruffiana
- Osteria Antica Marina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Catania Centro
- Hotel Villa Romeo
- Hotel Nettuno
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Alibus: Direct connection to Catania Airport
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